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Freehold, NJ Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Michael Greller Honored with a Vitals 2013 Compassionate Doctor Award for Second Consecutive Year
Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute’s Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Michael Greller, has been accorded this honor by his patients; Vitals prestigious 2013 Most Compassionate Doctor Award. - March 24, 2014 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Dr. Max Greig and PlacidWay Join to Offer Quality Orthopedic Surgeries in Mexico
Dr. Max Greig Orthopedic Surgeon and PlacidWay medical tourism company have joined in a partnership, with the purpose of helping worldwide patients get quality orthopedic procedures at accessible prices at accredited medical tourism facilities in Mexico. - March 17, 2014 - PlacidWayUSA
Shoulder Options Receives 510(k) Clearance for Its Proprietary Fracture Plate, the GTFx
Shoulder Options Inc. announced today that it has received FDA clearance for another novel shoulder device, the Greater Tuberosity Fracture Plate (i.e. GTFx). Developed in collaboration with T. Bradley Edwards, MD, John Costouros, MD and Rhett Hobgood, MD, The patent pending GTFx plate is a... - March 14, 2014 - Shoulder Options, Inc.
Voicebrook to Exhibit at 2014 Annual USCAP Meeting
Voicebrook to demonstrate new product features and advanced reporting workflows. - February 28, 2014 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Dr. Shu Receives Patients' Choice Awards Again
Dr. Shu Receives Patients' Choice Awards Again Recognized by His Patients for Excellent Care. Dr. Shu of One Stop Medical Center/Shu Cosmetic Surgery was recently given a Patients’ Choice Award for excellent care in 2013. This is the 2nd time he has received the award. He received both the... - February 24, 2014 - Shu Cosmetic Surgery Institute
Thieme and AAO-HNSF Form Publishing Partnership
Thieme Medical Publishers and the American Academy of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF) are pleased to announce that they have established a publishing partnership. Thieme and AAO-HNSF will produce books and supplemental materials to carry out the AAO-HNSF’s... - February 20, 2014 - Thieme Publishers
Florida Heart Surgeon Helps NBA Hopeful Overcome Defect Threatening His Hoop Dreams
Despite hunger, poverty and sparse conditions that challenge his West African homeland, Ibrahima Diallo's speed, strength and skills on the court propelled him across the Atlantic last fall with a scholarship to a sports academy in Sarasota – and closer to his lifelong dream. Until his heart stopped suddenly during a practice game at the Impact Basketball Academy on McIntosh Road. - February 01, 2014 - Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
South Nassau Communities Hospital Neurosurgeon Named a “Super Doctor®”
Specializing in surgery of the spine, Dr. Onesti has published more than 70 peer review journal articles, book chapters and abstracts on spinal surgery and related topics. - January 31, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Phoenix Orthopedic Surgeon Offers Saturday Clinic Hours for Valley Athletes
Dr. Shelden Martin, an orthopedic surgeon with one of the Valley’s leading orthopedic practices, OrthoArizona - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates, has announced Saturday clinic hours for February 15 and March 8. - January 30, 2014 - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates
A Collection of Core Cranial Procedures for Neurosurgeons
"Neurosurgery Tricks of the Trade: Cranial," by Remi Nader, et al., recently published by Thieme, presents core surgical procedures in a concise, highly didactic format, enabling surgeons to quickly grasp their essence from the bulleted text and superb illustrations that accompany them. - January 30, 2014 - Thieme Publishers
New Sponsor for Independent Guide to Cosmetic Surgery
A consumer guide to cosmetic surgery is to have a new sponsor, its publishers have announced. Nuffield Health, one of the UK’s largest providers of private healthcare, will sponsor the latest edition of The Cosmetic Surgery Guide, published by www.privatehealthcare.co.uk, part of the Intuition Communication group. The new sponsorship highlights how valuable and influential the guide is, and how it is being recognised by those in the industry. - January 29, 2014 - Intuition Communication
Simulab and PETA Bring TraumaMan to Nine Countries
Simulab Corporation is pleased to announce an unprecedented long term partnership with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). The initial phase of the partnership brings 64 TraumaMan Surgical Simulators to Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Courses in nine countries across Latin... - January 23, 2014 - Simulab Corporation
American Venous Forum 26th Annual Meeting - David S. Sumner Venous Summit: When Things Go Wrong - A Rare Case of Mismanagement
The increasing number of practitioners who treat patients with venous disease is creating an unexpected side effect - a substantial variation in care patterns and quality. The outcomes are not always desirable for patients and for venous disease in general. The time has come for professional societies to take a hard look at this situation and decide what can be done to improve it. - January 22, 2014 - American Venous Forum
Alliance GHS Announces New Medical Tourism Operator Website
Alliance GHS Announces New Informational Medical Tourism Operator Website at the start of 2014. - January 21, 2014 - Alliance GHS
One Day Conference on "Current Applications of Laparoscopy in Advance GI Surgery" on 9th February, 2014
Department of Laparoscopic GI, GI Oncology & Minimal Access Surgery, Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi is organizing a one day Conference on “Current Applications of Laparoscopy in Advance GI Surgery” on 9th February, 2014. - January 19, 2014 - Dr. Pardeep Jain
Biostratus Corporation Announces Issuance of US Patent for Tissue Bulking and Tissue Generation Technologies
Medical biotechnology company Biostratus Corporation has today announced the issuance of the USPTO Patent #8,586,089 titled "Enhanced Carriers for the Delivery of Microparticles to Mammalian Tissues and Fluids." The Biostratus patent covers a novel class of biocompatible injectable... - January 17, 2014 - Biostratus Corporation
Breakthrough Medical Study on Surgical Simulation: Validation of a VR Simulator
Surgical Science, leading developer of medical simulation training systems, is proud to announce a study featuring LapSim, the virtual reality training system by Surgical Science, has been released in the Annals of Surgery. Training on these VR simulators has already been shown to improve technical performance in the operating room. - January 09, 2014 - Surgical Science Inc
Proudly Announcing Booktoots' Healing as Being Rated One of the Best TKR Blogs
Marie Buckner, author of Booktoots' Healing, is pleased to announce that her blog has been rated as one of the best in its category by Healthline. Healthline.com has a mission “to improve health through information.” All of its content is relevant, editorial reviewed, and of high integrity. Her blog currently has over 228,000 readers, making it one of the most popular total knee replacement blogs online. It has been existence for 6 years, which is a rare occurrence in the blogosphere. - January 05, 2014 - Booktoots' Healing
Alissa Brotman O'Neill, DO Wins Talk of the Town Customer Satisfaction Award
Hamilton vascular surgeon Dr. Alissa Brotman O'Neill rates high with patients, earning her a Talk of the Town Customer Satisfaction Award. - January 03, 2014 - Celebration Media U.S.
Orthopedic Surgeon John P. Kelly Named "Top Doctor" by Orange Coast Magazine in 2014
Dr. John P. Kelly, a physician at Orange County Orthopedic Specialists, has been named one of the top orthopedic surgeons in Orange County, according to Orange Coast Magazine’s January 2014 “Top Doctors" issue. Each year, elite physicians are nominated and chosen by their peers to... - January 02, 2014 - Orange County Orthopedic Specialists
Voicebrook’s Commitment to Customer Success Helps the Company Expand Its Leadership in Pathology Reporting
Voicebrook, Inc., the leader in Anatomic Pathology (AP) speech recognition and reporting solutions, is pleased to announce that it is currently implemented in 331 AP laboratories. VoiceOver® enhances workflow efficiency using its AP system specific command sets and VoiceOver® Personalities. - December 21, 2013 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Quirón Marbella Unveils New Plastic Surgery Department
Quirón opened its first hospital in Marbella in October 2012 and has now announced the introduction of a plastic surgery department. The plastic surgery unit will consist of newly equipped facilities and is an important part of the hospital’s future expansion plans. - December 18, 2013 - Cirumed Clinic
Atlanta Cosmetic Surgeon Mark E. Crispin Discusses Cosmetic Treatments Over the Holidays
Atlanta cosmetic surgeon Mark E. Crispin says now is often the busiest time of the year for cosmetic surgery treatments. Dr. Crispin says December through March are often the best times for people interested in cosmetic surgery treatments to start researching an Atlanta cosmetic surgeon. Atlanta... - December 18, 2013 - Crispin Plastic Surgery
Dr Ken Wong from Central Coast Surgery Performs His 150th Gastric Sleeves Surgery for Weight Loss
Dr Ken Wong from Central Coast Surgery has performed his 150th gastric sleeve surgery for patients who want to lose weight. People whose ages range from 18-72 have undergone the surgery and started losing weight, ranging from between 10kg to 100kg. Due to these gastric sleeves surgical procedures... - December 12, 2013 - Central Coast Surgery
Healing-Hemorrhoids Website Offers Organic Treatment Products for Pregnant Women, Surgery Patients and Others Seeking Natural Cures
Recognizing the fact that more than 10 million people in the US are currently suffering in silence from this chronic condition and that more than nine million new cases are expected to be diagnosed each and every year*, Champions Medical Supply House made it their mission to help hemorrhoid sufferers in its own little way - by launching a website that will create public awareness and teach people how to manage their condition and keep it from interfering with their daily lives. - December 09, 2013 - Champions Medical Supply House
Freehold NJ Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Michael Greller Honored for Outstanding Patient Care and Expertise
Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institutes' Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Michael Greller, has been awarded the prestigious 2013 Patients’ Choice Award. Patients rate their doctors, and after receiving top scores, Dr. Greller has been singled out as one of the top orthopedic physicians for patient care and expertise. - December 05, 2013 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Ultra Smile Dentistry is Warmly Welcomed in Downtown Miami
Ultra Smile is a Brand New, built from the ground up, total Dental Service Practice. Ultra Smile Specializes in General, Cosmetic, and Specialty Dentistry. Ultra Smile is a contemporary family practice with modern approaches to the dental experience. - December 05, 2013 - Ultra Smile Dentistry
Award-Winning Nevada Neurosurgeon Opens New Office
Three-Time Top Doctor Aury Nagy launches Nevada Brain & Spine Care - December 05, 2013 - Nevada Brain & Spine Care
Teaneck, N.J.-Based Advanced Laser & Skin Cancer Center Offers Cosmetic Dermatology Treatments
Board certified dermatologist and surgeon Dr. Gangaram Ragi improves his patients’ appearance with cyst and mole removal treatments. - December 01, 2013 - Advanced Laser & Skin Cancer Center
Orthopedic Specialists of Seattle Speaker Series Through December 2013
Orthopedic Specialists of Seattle Speaker Series on Orthopedic Health and Information Topics Continues through December 2013. - November 28, 2013 - Orthopedic Specialists of Seattle
Dr. Misty Brown Receives Honorary Award from Peers
Keller Dentist for nearly two decades receives prestigious award in honor of her dedication to her profession and extraordinary care of her patients. The Peer Reviewed Professionals Cum Laude Organization has nationally recognized Dr. Misty Brown with this esteemed award. Spokesperson for the committee commented, "There is no greater honor than to earn the respect of your peers, Dr. Brown has definitely earned this award." - November 22, 2013 - Dr. Misty Brown
American Venous Forum 26th Annual Meeting Registration Now Open
The American Venous Forum 26th Annual Meeting on February 19-22, 2014 in New Orleans, Louisiana is now open for registration. AVF Annual Meetings bring together internationally recognized thought leaders, expert investigators and clinicians in venous and lymphatic disease. The AVF Annual Meeting... - November 20, 2013 - American Venous Forum
Avatar Solutions Named One of the Top 10 Largest Patient Satisfaction Survey Firms
Avatar Solutions was recently named one of the top 10 largest patient satisfaction measurement firms by Modern Healthcare magazine. - November 14, 2013 - Avatar Solutions
Local Cancer Patient to Share Story of HOPE at Rochester General Hospital During Innovative Cancer Treatment Seminar
Free Event for Patients, Caregivers and Medical Community - November 04, 2013 - Say YES to Hope
TransCardiac Therapeutics, Inc.'s Chief Scientific Officer Presents Mitral Valve Repair Device at TCT Conference
TransCardiac Therapeutics Inc.'s ("TCT" or the "Company") Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Omar Lattouf, was invited by the organizers of the Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics conference to present the Company's minimally invasive mitral valve repair device, the... - October 30, 2013 - TransCardiac Therapeutics, Inc.
Jerry W. Pratt, M.D., Recently Recognized by America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Jerry W. Pratt, M.D., of Schoolcraft, Michigan, is an America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals Roundtable Member for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Healthcare. He has also been named Professional of the Year 2013 in Thoracic Surgery. About Jerry W. Pratt, M.D. - October 26, 2013 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
First Ever World Vasectomy Day Marked This October 18
To make an impact on family planning efforts worldwide, physicians in 25 countries to perform 1,000 vasectomies in 24 hours. - October 18, 2013 - World Vasectomy Day
Phoenix Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Shelden Martin Announces October Saturday Clinic Hours at East Valley Location
Dr. Shelden Martin, an orthopedic surgeon with one of the Valley’s leading orthopedic practices, OrthoArizona - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates, has announced his Saturday clinic hours for October, with his next Saturday clinic scheduled for Oct. 12. - October 10, 2013 - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates
Captiva Spine’s Proprietary PivoRod® Articulating Minimally Invasive Spinal Rod Receives New U.S. Patent Allowance From US Patent Office
Captiva Spine, Inc., a medical device organization dedicated to developing and distributing spinal technologies in the US and internationally, announced today that a new U.S. patent has been allowed by the USPTO for Captiva Spine’s Proprietary PivoRod® Articulating Minimally Invasive... - October 03, 2013 - Captiva Spine, Inc
Denver Hand and Wrist Surgeon Comments on New Arthritis Study
A recent research breakthrough could lead to better treatment for arthritis sufferers. - September 08, 2013 - Campanile Plastic Surgery
The American Venous Forum - The Vein Forum Course: A Comprehensive Hands-on Course for Practicing Clinicians
The Vein Forum Course on October 11-12, 2013 at the Hyatt Boston Harbor in Boston, MA is targeted to clinicians in the fields of vascular surgery, interventional radiology, phlebology, interventional cardiology and hematology. The American College of Surgeons designates this live activity for a maximum of 12.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM. This entire course meets the requirements for Self-Assessment Credit. - September 06, 2013 - American Venous Forum
Innovative Medical Device Transforms Hip Replacement Surgery
A revolutionary patented medical device has transformed the previously highly invasive hip replacement medical procedure into an outpatient experience. - September 06, 2013 - Surgery One
Women's Collegiate Soccer Study Concludes Less Severe and Total Injuries on FieldTurf Compared to Natural Grass
A 5-year research paper was published earlier this month concluding that women’s college soccer games played on FieldTurf synthetic turf playing surfaces resulted in statistically less injuries and less severe injuries than those played on natural grass. The peer-reviewed study was published... - September 03, 2013 - FieldTurf
American Venous Forum: Call for Abstracts
The American Venous Forum is having its 26th Annual Meeting on February 19-22, 2014 in New Orleans, LA. The deadline to submit an abstract for inclusion in the Annual Meeting is Monday, September 9, 2013, 11:59 pm EST. The deadline cannot be extended this year due to publishing commitments. - September 03, 2013 - American Venous Forum
Dr. Joshua Hyman Releases Patient Breast Augmentation YouTube Video Series
Features Actual Patient Stories Before and After Their Breast Augmentation Surgeries - September 01, 2013 - Dr. Joshua Hyman
Hoag First in Orange County to Perform Cutting-Edge Alternative to Cervical Spinal Fusion
"I Literally Feel Like a New Person," Says Edna Zitko of Newport Beach, the First Hoag Patient to Benefit from the New Technology. - August 22, 2013 - Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
A Neurosurgeon’s Guide to Infectious Disease
"Neurosurgical Infectious Disease: Surgical and Nonsurgical Management," by Walter A. Hall, MD and Peter D. Kim, MD, recently published by Thieme, is a comprehensive guide that gives surgeons the core knowledge they need to diagnose, treat, and prevent infectious diseases of the central... - August 18, 2013 - Thieme Publishers
American Venous Forum: The Vein Forum Course - A Comprehensive Hands-On Course for Practicing Clinicians
The American Venous Forum is hosting The Vein Forum Course: A Comprehensive Hands-On Course for Practicing Clinicians on October 11-12, 2013 at the Hyatt Boston Harbor in Boston, MA. The Vein Forum Course is open to clinicians in the fields of vascular surgery, interventional radiology, phlebology, interventional cardiology and hematology. The course will be limited to 50 registered attendees in order to provide an outstanding faculty/attendee ratio. - August 14, 2013 - American Venous Forum
Dr. Mark Galland Discusses Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Local Orthopaedic Surgeon Discusses the Differences Between Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair and Traditional Rotator Cuff Repair. - August 14, 2013 - Dr. Galland
An Evidence-Based Approach to Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery
"Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery: From the Lab to the Operating Room: An Evidence-based Approach," recently published by Thieme, is a major new reference offering the most complete and balanced coverage of modern rhinology and skull base surgery available today. From the role of... - August 10, 2013 - Thieme Publishers