Top Medical > Surgery News Articles Read Top Medical > Surgery Headlines and Articles from http://www.surgeryprnews.com en-us http://www.surgeryprnews.com/rss_feeds.htm Feldman Fox And Morgado Depuy Hip Replacement Products Liability Claims http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/feldman-fox-and-morgado-depuy-hip-replacement-products-liability-claims-281696.htm Thu, 24 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT If you have been implanted with a DePuy artificial hip, or have already had one replaced due to pain, discomfort or problems with the initial surgery, you should contact a lawyer to seek recovery of your damages from DePuy. She Fell Off the Operating Table: Woman Sues Yale-New Haven Hospital for Malpractice http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/she-fell-off-the-operating-table-woman-sues-yalenew-haven-hospital-for-malpractice-281958.htm Thu, 24 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT New Canaan woman, thought she was going to Yale-New Haven Hospital for what has become a fairly routine procedure - implantation of a pacemaker. Baltimore Washington Eye Center Announces UV Eye Protection Awareness Month http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/baltimore-washington-eye-center-announces-uv-eye-protection-awareness-month-282036.htm Thu, 24 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT Baltimore Washington Eye Center raises awareness of the need to protect your eyes from damaging UV rays. Hazards and Complications Associated With Gallbladder Surgery http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/hazards-and-complications-associated-with-gallbladder-surgery-281366.htm Sun, 20 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT Although routine, gallbladder surgery contains many unique risks and can have serious complications if not performed properly. Questions to Ask Your Eye Surgeon http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/questions-to-ask-your-eye-surgeon-281042.htm Sat, 19 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT When you are looking for an eye surgeon, no matter if it is for an elective procedure such as LASIK or a necessary one like cataract surgery, you will want to ask specific questions before choosing the best one for you. What to Expect in Cataract Surgery http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/what-to-expect-in-cataract-surgery-281045.htm Sat, 19 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT Cataract surgery is typically performed on an outpatient basis and generally takes less than one hour. Georgia Health Insurance Provider McCart Insurance Discusses Pre-Existing Conditions http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/georgia-health-insurance-provider-mccart-insurance-discusses-preexisting-conditions-280899.htm Thu, 17 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT McCart Insurance, a broker of Georgia health insurance plans, explains what pre-existing conditions are and how they can affect your healthcare coverage. New York Personal Injury Lawyer from The Perecman Firm Announces Support of the Gender Expression Non-Discrimination Act (GENDA) http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/new-york-personal-injury-lawyer-from-the-perecman-firm-announces-support-of-the-gender-expression-nondiscrimination-act-genda-280212.htm Thu, 17 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT New York personal injury lawyer David Perecman supports the proposed Gender Expression Non-Discrimination Act, known as GENDA. This law would prohibit discrimination in New York State based on gender identity or expression. Vectra 3-D Imaging Can Help Patients Visualize Their New Looks http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/vectra-3d-imaging-can-help-patients-visualize-their-new-looks-280607.htm Thu, 17 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT Marina Plastic Surgery channels Hollywood with a new three-dimensional photo system that creates lifelike images to show how Los Angeles plastic surgery patients may look after cosmetic procedures. World-Renowned Faculty to Present AACS' Most Extensive Cadaver Workshop http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/worldrenowned-faculty-to-present-aacs-most-extensive-cadaver-workshop-280615.htm Thu, 17 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT The AACS will host the most extensive cadaver workshop in AACS history. New andamp; Established Techniques in Breast andamp; Body Contouring will be held June 21-23 at the prestigious Practical Anatomy andamp; Surgical Center at Saint Louis University. FDA Report Cautioning Long-Term Use of Fosamax and Other Bisphosphonate Drugs Acknowledged by Rottenstein Law Group http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/fda-report-cautioning-longterm-use-of-fosamax-and-other-bisphosphonate-drugs-acknowledged-by-rottenstein-law-group-280388.htm Wed, 16 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT The Rottenstein Law Group has learned of a new FDA report cautioning against the long-term use of Fosamax and other bisphosphonate drugs for the treatment of osteoporosis. Doctor Proposes Information Tech to Reduce Prescription Errors http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/doctor-proposes-information-tech-to-reduce-prescription-errors-280085.htm Tue, 15 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT A study found that drug-related errors accounted for about a quarter of all preventable patient injuries. The study estimated that between 10 percent and 15 percent of prescriptions contain errors. Spinal Fusion Surgery on the Rise, But is the Risky Procedure Necessary? http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/spinal-fusion-surgery-on-the-rise-but-is-the-risky-procedure-necessary-280005.htm Sun, 13 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT The Journal of the American Medical Association reports that spinal fusion surgeries are on the rise but they might not all be warranted. Debate on Public Disclosure of National Practitioner Data Bank Heats Up http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/debate-on-public-disclosure-of-national-practitioner-data-bank-heats-up-279087.htm Thu, 10 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT The NPDB tracks doctors' malpractice claims and disciplinary actions, but you won't be able to access it as a patient; some groups are seeking to change this. Cosmetic Surgeons Defend Breast Augmentation for Older Women http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/cosmetic-surgeons-defend-breast-augmentation-for-older-women-278615.htm Sun, 06 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT The surgeons at Cosmetic Surgery Associates of New York say a woman's health and motivation - not her age - should determine whether she is a good candidate for breast augmentation in Westchester County. Study Finds High Level of Satisfaction Among Liposuction Patients http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/study-finds-high-level-of-satisfaction-among-liposuction-patients-278370.htm Sat, 05 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT Dr. Ellen Mahony, a Connecticut plastic surgery specialist, discusses a recent study from the April 2012 issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. It found that patients who had liposuction recovered quickly and were happy with their results. Fast-Growing Plastic Surgery Practice Adds New Doctor http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/fastgrowing-plastic-surgery-practice-adds-new-doctor-278476.htm Sat, 05 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT Synergy Plastic Surgery welcomes Dr. Amy Bekanich, a board-certified plastic surgeon, to its team. The addition will help the Austin plastic surgery practice better serve the needs of its patients. Plastic Surgery After Weight Loss Improves Patient Comfort http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/plastic-surgery-after-weight-loss-improves-patient-comfort-278479.htm Sat, 05 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT The doctors at Great Lakes Plastic andamp; Hand Surgery say patients who have experienced dramatic weight loss report increased comfort and better mobility after undergoing post-weight-loss plastic surgery in Kalamazoo. Doctors May be Held Liable for Birth Injuries Caused by Forceps http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/doctors-may-be-held-liable-for-birth-injuries-caused-by-forceps-277869.htm Thu, 03 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT Forceps-assisted delivery can cause birth injuries. If your child has been injured, you have legal options. Plastic Surgeon Discusses Revealing of First Breast Augmentation Patient http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/plastic-surgeon-discusses-revealing-of-first-breast-augmentation-patient-277568.htm Wed, 02 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT Respected among plastic surgeons in Nashville, Dr. Jack Fisher shares insights on the first recorded breast augmentation patient with implants, and comments on why his patients have such high satisfaction rates. Rhinoplasty Has High Patient Satisfaction Rate http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/rhinoplasty-has-high-patient-satisfaction-rate-277651.htm Wed, 02 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT Dr. Michael Menachof discusses the near-80% satisfaction rating from cosmetic nose surgery patients on RealSelf and explains how he educates Denver rhinoplasty patients to prepare them for surgery. Plastic Surgeon Not Surprised by Whitney Houston's Breast Implants http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/plastic-surgeon-not-surprised-by-whitney-houstons-breast-implants-277672.htm Wed, 02 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT Dr. Remus Repta discusses Whitney Houston's breast implant scars and explains how breast augmentation patients in Phoenix can have natural-looking results. Half of Healthcare Providers Are Looking to Buy Business Intelligence http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/05/half-of-healthcare-providers-are-looking-to-buy-business-intelligence-277641.htm Tue, 01 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT IBM, McKesson, Oracle, QlikTech, and SAP dominate mindshare for future BI purchase decisions Liposuction Innovations Will Cause Popularity to Rebound, Surgeon Predicts http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/04/liposuction-innovations-will-cause-popularity-to-rebound-surgeon-predicts-276710.htm Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT While the number of liposuction procedures performed in the U.S. has dropped considerable during the past decade, Dr. Evan Sorokin, a leader in advanced liposuction in South Jersey, says new techniques are turning those statistics around. Plastic Surgeon Comments on Increased Demand for Breast Augmentation http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/04/plastic-surgeon-comments-on-increased-demand-for-breast-augmentation-276778.htm Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT Dr. Howard Silverman of Ottawa Plastic Surgery says recent statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons align with the increased demand he has seen for breast augmentation in Ottawa. Birth Injuries From the Use of Forceps During Delivery http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/04/birth-injuries-from-the-use-of-forceps-during-delivery-276520.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT A familiar medical device with a long history of use in births is the forceps. Unfortunately, sometimes even a device as commonly used as forceps can cause birth injury. HCL Named on LPP Medical Locums Framework http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/04/hcl-named-on-lpp-medical-locums-framework-276429.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT HCL Doctors has been named on the London Procurement Programme Medical Locums Framework. Kelo-cote - Enaltus' Highly Effective Scar and Keloid Treatment is Now Available Nationwide at Retailers http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/04/kelocote-enaltus-highly-effective-scar-and-keloid-treatment-is-now-available-nationwide-at-retailers-276244.htm Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT Enaltus announced this week that Kelo-cote will be available at nationwide retailers - ULTA Beauty, Harmon, Bed, Bath, and Beyond, and Duane Reade. Kelo-cote has launched new product sizes and price-points - a 10g gel and 50 mL spray under $30. Dr. Deandra L. Clark Recognized by Worldwide Who's Who for Excellence in Pediatrics http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/4/dr-deandra-l-clark-recognized-by-worldwide-whos-who-for-excellence-in-pediatrics-276359.htm Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT Dr. Deandra Clark was named Professional of the Year in Pediatrics in 2011 Joan Fishel Recognized by Worldwide Who's Who for Excellence in Brand Management http://www.surgeryprnews.com/medical_surgery_articles/2012/4/joan-fishel-recognized-by-worldwide-whos-who-for-excellence-in-brand-management-276363.htm Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT Joan Fishel celebrates two decades with a leading manufacturer of orthopedic surgical products