Surgery News
Get cutting-edge news about surgical procedures for a variety of medical and health specialties, including announcements from leading surgical practices and surgeons, research, partnerships and products.
New Jersey Bariatric Center Surgeons Perform the First Robotic Gastric Bypass Surgery in New Jersey
New Jersey Bariatric Center surgeons Dr. Ajay Goyal and Dr. Glenn Forrester became the first practice in New Jersey to offer robotic-assisted bariatric surgery, after performing the state’s first gastric bypass using the daVinci Surgical System at Trinitas Regional Medical Center. The... - September 28, 2011 - New Jersey Bariatric Center
Laser Spine Institute Health Information Manager Named to Erwin Technical Center Advisory Board
Mary Mayer Supports Local Vocational-Technical College’s Medical Coding and Billing Program. - September 28, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
US Patent Granted for the WELLEX™ Interspinous Technology
A Key US Patent for the Treatment of Spinal Stenosis - September 26, 2011 - Eden Spine, LLC
Laser Spine Institute Opens Oklahoma City Ambulatory Surgery Center
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Expands Office-Based Surgery Center to Meet Patient Demands - September 25, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Eminent Spine Shares FDA Audit Results
Eminent Spine is pleased to release the results of an unscheduled FDA audit performed between February 28-March 4, 2011. - September 23, 2011 - Eminent Spine
Laser Spine Institute Named to Inc. 5000 List for the Second Consecutive Year
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Again Named One of Nation’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies - September 23, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Captiva Spine® Broadens Product Offering with 510(k) Clearance for CapLOX II™ Spinal System
Captiva Spine, Inc., a medical device organization dedicated to developing and distributing spinal technologies in the US and internationally, today announced that it has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug administration (FDA) to market the CapLOX II™ Spinal System, a... - September 15, 2011 - Captiva Spine, Inc
Eminent Spine Releases Results from a Study of Their King Cobra Anterior Cervical Plate
Eminent Spine released results, showing no complications, of their King Cobra Cervical Plate. - September 15, 2011 - Eminent Spine
Eminent Spine Anterior Lumbar Buttress Fang Plate
Eminent Spine published a study regarding their Anterior Lumbar Buttress Fang Plate showing results of no complications. - September 15, 2011 - Eminent Spine
Eminent Spine's Pedicle Screw System
Eminent Spine has been analyzing patient data to maintain safe, effective products. - September 15, 2011 - Eminent Spine
Laser Spine Institute Wins Arizona’s Most Admired Companies Award
Arizona Business Magazine and BestCompaniesAZ Recognize Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery as a Quality Workplace - September 11, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Doctors of Weight Loss Announces Six New Experts and Weekly Newsletter
Doctors of Weight Loss, a resource for individuals who want to understand the latest research, news, and options for weight loss surgery, has announced the addition of six new bariatric surgeons to their existing expert panel. Doctors of Weight Loss Experts are chosen based on their high level of... - September 07, 2011 - Doctors of Weight Loss
Laser Spine Institute Named to Gulf Coast Business Review’s 2011 Gulf Coast 500
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Recognized Among Top 500 Headquartered Companies on the Gulf Coast. - September 01, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Laser Spine Institute Launches Online Physical Therapy Video Series for Enhanced Patient Experience
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Incorporates Comprehensive Therapy Videos to Address Additional Patient Needs - August 28, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Laser Spine Institute Announces September Seminars
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Offers Complimentary Medical Presentations and Treatment Options - August 26, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Bagolie Friedman Injury Lawyers: Transvaginal Placement of Surgical Mesh for Pelvic Organ Prolapse Presents Serious Risks
Following a recent update by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Bagolie Friedman Injury Lawyers is directing attention toward the dangers of using transvaginal mesh implants to help prevent pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and/or stress urinary incontinence (SUI). After releasing warnings about... - August 24, 2011 - Bagolie Friedman Injury Lawyers
Laser Spine Institute to Provide Surgical Aid to Military Personnel
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Inks Contract with TRICARE - August 24, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Women’s Specialists of Plano Drs. Dennis Eisenberg and Murray Fox Perform First Robotic Hysterectomy on New DaVinci Si Machine with 8mm Camera at Medical Center Plano
Dr. Dennis Eisenberg of Plano, Texas, a pioneer in the use of the robotic hysterectomy surgical technique, recently completed his first hysterectomy surgery at Medical Center Plano using the new DaVinci Si machine. Dr. Eisenberg was assisted on this procedure by fellow surgeon Dr. Murray Fox of Plano, TX. - August 23, 2011 - Dr. Dennis Eisenberg
Laser Spine Institute Hosts 2011 Infection Prevention Symposium
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Provides Hands on Training to All Facility Medical Operations Staff - August 21, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Dr. Jeffrey Todd Smith MD, Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon – Attending ASIA 2011
Dr. J. Todd Smith (Jeffrey Todd Smith) is a board certified orthopedic surgeon with specialty in spine practices in Birmingham, Alabama with St. Vincent’s Orthopedics. - August 17, 2011 - St. Vincent's Orthopedics
Patents Awarded for Captiva Spine’s Proprietary Pivotec® Articulating Lumbar Interbody Fusion Device
Captiva Spine, Inc., a medical device organization dedicated to developing and distributing spinal technologies in the US and internationally, announced today that two new patents have been awarded by the USPTO for Captiva Spine’s Proprietary PIVOTEC® Articulating Lumbar Interbody Fusion... - August 16, 2011 - Captiva Spine, Inc
Dr. Krakovsky Does It Again
Second year in a row, Dr. Krakovsky receives prestigious Patients’ Choice Award - The Most Compassionate Doctor in America award. - August 16, 2011 - Penile Cosmetic Ctr.
Houston Breast Reconstruction Surgeon Advances New Method for Sensation Recovery for Breast Cancer Patients
In her continuous efforts to improve upon breast reconstruction outcomes, Houston breast reconstruction surgeon, Dr. Aldona Spiegel's most recent work (set to be published later this year) will unveil an innovative and effective technique that increases sensation recovery for breast reconstruction patients. - August 14, 2011 - The Center for Breast Restoration
Female Facial Plastic Surgeon Opens Practice in Beverly Hills
Board-Certified, Dr. Kimberly Lee, a female facial plastic surgeon, has opened the Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgery Center. Dr. Lee specializes in facial plastic surgery for women and men, in the areas of rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, facial rejuvenation, facelifts, ethnic plastic surgery, Asian... - August 06, 2011 - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgery Center
Coastal Eye Associates Selects VersaSuite as a Premier Partner Provider of Electronic Health Records
Large Houston, TX based clinic partners with VersaSuite to provide Electronic Health Record, Practice Management, PACS and Inventory Optical Sales Software - August 05, 2011 - VersaSuite
Laser Spine Institute’s Nurse Anesthetist Lynette Bear Receives Doctorate Degree
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Recognizes Five-Year Veteran for Postgraduate Studies. - August 05, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Laser Spine Institute Named One of Tampa’s Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Ranked on Tampa Bay Business Journal’s 2011 Fast 50 List. - August 03, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Triangle Orthopaedic Associates Establishes the Richard Bruch, MD Prize for Excellence in Orthotic and Prosthetic Resident Research
Triangle Orthopaedic Associates establishes the Richard Bruch, MD Prize for Excellence in Orthotic and Prosthetic Resident Research. This cash prize is awarded to the Orthotic and Prosthetic Resident who has the best presentation and the most compelling research. - August 01, 2011 - Triangle Orthopaedic Associates, P.A.
Laser Spine Institute Announces August Seminars
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Offers Complimentary Medical Presentations and Treatment Options. - July 30, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
U.S. Feminization Plastic Surgeon Joins Satori World Medical’s Global Transgender Network
Addition of Joel Beck, M.D., F.A.C.S., renowned California plastic surgeon, expands Satori’s Global Transgender Program into the U.S. - July 27, 2011 - Satori World Medical
Dr Kimberly Lee Offering Dimple Creation Surgery in Beverly Hills
Dimple Creation Surgery is a simple procedure that Dr. Kimberly Lee can perform in her Beverly Hills office under local anesthetic. The entire procedure takes about 30 minutes, is totally painless and there is no scarring. Dr. Lee can discuss your individual needs for your own dimple surgery,... - July 23, 2011 - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgery Center
New Videos on Gender Selection and Gynecological Surgery
The wealth of information on gender selection and gynecological surgery got exponentially greater as seven new informative videos hit YouTube. The videos were hosted by Dr. Andrew Silverman of the Silverman Center and included information on gynecological surgery, gender selection, infertility... - July 21, 2011 - The Silverman Center Scarsdale
Valencia Practice Adpots New and Discreet STARR Weight-Loss Treatment
Town Center Surgery’s Dr. Monali Misra praises privacy and comfort of new procedure, no visible scars. - July 21, 2011 - TransEnterix
Migraine Treatment Innovator Dr. Ken Reed to Speak in Oklahoma City
Dr. Ken Reed will be discussing the new migraine treatment called the StimPath Procedure. Joining the discussion will be Dr. Buckley in Oklahoma City on July 14. - July 12, 2011 - Envision Interactive
Laser Spine Institute Administrator to Serve on Board of Directors for the First Tee of Tampa Bay
Clint Borm Named to Board for Program Branch of Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA. - July 09, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Dr. Alexander A. Krakovsky is Selected by His Patients for the 2009 Compassionate Doctor Award
Dr. Krakovsky recently received an award for the Most Compassionate Doctor in 2009 in America. - July 08, 2011 - Penile Cosmetic Ctr.
Modular Devices Inc. Helps to Quickly Restore Cardiac and Vascular Services to Joplin, MO
Modular Cath Lab installed at St. John’s mobile field hospital. - July 02, 2011 - Modular Devices Inc.
Chronic Back Pain Sufferers Are Invited to Attend a Free Seminar at Spine Center
The spine center is announcing their free seminar on July 12. Individuals suffering from chronic back pain will be educated on the minimally invasive procedure. - June 25, 2011 - North American Spine
Laser Eye Center Acquires New iFS Laser for Eye Surgery
First of its kind laser in North Carolina can replace surgical blade for corneal transplants and other eye surgeries. - June 22, 2011 - Dr Dean Dornic
Arizona Orthopaedic Associates Introduces Cutting Edge Signature Knee Replacement Procedure
The Signature Knee offers Arizona Orthopaedic Associates surgeons access to a higher level of detailed information for positioning the knee implant and for aligning it properly before the procedure begins, thus reducing premature wear and ensuring a more accurate fit. - June 18, 2011 - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates
Doctors of Weight Loss Expert Announced as ASMBS’ President-Elect
The Association for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery has just announced the results of their 2011 election. Doctors of Weight Loss Inaugural Expert Dr. Jaime Ponce has been elected President of ASMBS for 2012. Dr. Ponce’s previous ASMBS positions have included: Chair of the Insurance... - June 16, 2011 - Doctors of Weight Loss
Doctors of Weight Loss Adds 7 Surgeons to Expert Panel
Doctors of Weight Loss, a resource for individuals who want to understand the latest research, news, and options for weight loss surgery, has announced the addition of 7 bariatric surgeons to their existing panel. Doctors of Weight Loss launched in May, 2011, and currently features 43 expert... - June 15, 2011 - Doctors of Weight Loss
How to Make Fitness a Reality, Not a Drama in the June Issue of Healthcare Global
Four celebrity personal trainers who have sculpted the bodies of celebrities like Madonna and Matthew McConaughey; find out their top tips for health and fitness. - June 14, 2011 - WDM Group
No Specs Surgery, the Revolutionary Twist on Laser-Eye Surgery, in Healthcare Global
An all-in-one operation for poor sightedness, age-related spectacle dependency and cataracts; it enables you to ditch glasses and contact lenses forever - June 09, 2011 - WDM Group
Pennsylvania Physician, Dr. Thomas E. Young, Awarded "Best Overall Body Make-Over" at THE Aesthetic Show™ in Las Vegas, Nevada
Dr. Thomas E. Young of Young Medical Spa® received an award at THE Aesthetic Show™ in Las Vegas, NV on June 4, 2011 in the category of Best Overall Body Make-Over from before and after photos submitted of one of his patients. - June 08, 2011 - Young Medical Spa®
MarketLab Introduces ChloraPrep-Safe Surgical Skin Marker
MarketLab has expanded its line of surgical markers with the addition of the ChloraPrep-safe WriteSite® Plus Surgical Skin Marker. ChloraPrep® is a chlorhexidine gluconate-based patient preoperative skin preparation system recommended for use by the Joint Commission. While chlorhexidine... - June 08, 2011 - MarketLab, Inc.
Cataract Awareness Month in Greater Boston at D’Ambrosio Eye Care
D’Ambrosio Eye Care wishes to announce that Prevent Blindness America has designated June as National Cataract Awareness Month. - June 03, 2011 - Medical Management Services Group
Breast Cancer Survivors Don’t Have to Live Without Breasts
Bill ensures that women know their rights for reconstructive surgery - May 24, 2011 - Columbus Institute of Plastic Surgery
“Let’s Talk About Your Knees,” Orthopedic Surgeon Discusses Advances and Treatment Options
Dr. Alan Nasar, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute (AOSMI) who is fellowship-trained in joint replacement, is giving “Let’s Talk about Your Knees,” a free seminar for the public about the advances in the treatment of knee... - May 19, 2011 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
South Nassau Communities Hospital to Co-Host LI’s First Annual Medical, Surgical Weight Loss Expo
South Nassau Communities Hospital and New York Bariatrics & Laparoscopy, PC, will host Long Island’s First Annual Medical and Surgical Weight Loss Expo on Saturday, May 21, from 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. at the Uniondale Marriott in Hempstead, NY. - May 17, 2011 - Mount Sinai South Nassau