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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
OrthoNeuro Names Masciola as New Chief Executive Officer
OrthoNeuro named Christopher Masciola as its new Chief Executive Officer. Masciola will join OrthoNeuro and take on his new responsibilities in September. - August 08, 2013 - OrthoNeuro
A Practical Reference for the Busy Head and Neck Surgeon
"Complications in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery," recently published by Thieme, is a surgical reference that fills an important gap in the field by examining complications in all areas related to otolaryngology and head and neck surgery outside of facial plastic and aesthetic... - August 07, 2013 - Thieme Publishers
Tenet Florida Physician Services Welcomes Board-Certified Bariatric Surgeon Specializing in Adolescent and Pediatric Surgery
First surgeon in Northeast Florida to be certified to perform LAP-BAND® surgery opens West Palm Beach Practice. - August 07, 2013 - Tenet Florida Physician Services
American Venous Forum Call for Abstracts
The American Venous Forum (AVF) will hold its 26th Annual Meeting on February 19-22, 2014 in New Orleans, LA. The AVF Annual Meeting offers high-quality scientific analysis to those physicians interested in research, education and clinical investigation in the field of venous diseases. That AVF encourages all of its colleagues to participate in this growing educational program either by submission of a formal abstract for standard oral, quick shot presentation or poster presentation. - August 02, 2013 - American Venous Forum
Eden Spine’s Proprietary Dynamic Interspinous Technology and Vertebral Body Replacement Receive Regulatory Approvals in Argentina
“After our successes in Central America, Venezuela and Brazil this is an important step in our continued momentum and commitment in Latin America. We are now actively looking for distributors in Chile, Peru and Columbia." - July 31, 2013 - Eden Spine, LLC
Eden Spine Announces a Unique Franchise Opportunity
Eden Spine announced today that it is giving stocking distributors in the spine industry, in the US and around the world, the opportunity to have an exclusive Eden Spine Franchise. “I do not believe that in our hyper-competitive industry,” explained Guillaume Viallaneix, CEO,... - July 24, 2013 - Eden Spine, LLC
Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon and Hair Restoration Surgeon Dr. Sam Lam to Teach During Facial Plastic Surgery Conference in Iran
Dr. Sam Lam, a facial plastic surgeon and hair restoration surgeon in Dallas, Texas, has been invited to teach at the Iranian International Congress of Rhinology & Facial Plastic Surgery in Tehran during October 2013. - July 22, 2013 - Lam Facial Plastics
Dr. Ernie Eggers Joins Social Media and Launches a New Website
Dr. Ernie Eggers, renowned orthopedic surgeon, joins social media and launches a new website. - July 17, 2013 - Dr. Ernie Eggers
Dr. Sam Lam, Respected Dallas Hair Restoration Surgeon, Speaks at 2013 Vegas Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetic Dermatology Conference
Vegas Cosmetic Surgery 2013, an annual conference for medical professionals in the field of plastic surgery, recently featured Dr. Sam Lam, a hair transplant surgeon in Dallas, as one of the symposium’s educators. - July 16, 2013 - Lam Institute for Hair Restoration
Eden Spine’s Spinal Technologies Approved in Venezuela
Eden Spine announced today that the WELLEX™ Dynamic Interspinous Technology, the GIZA™ Vertebral Body Replacement and the PERFX-2™ Pedicle Screw System have received regulatory approval in Venezuela. All three high quality lead generation spinal implants are made in France and... - July 11, 2013 - Eden Spine, LLC
Covidien and Organogenesis to Host Workshops at American Venous Forum: The Vein Forum
The Vein Forum: A Comprehensive Hands-On Course for Practicing Clinicians will take place on October 11-12 in Boston, MA. The course provides a unique educational opportunity - State of the art lectures by leaders in venous disease are complemented by hands-on practice with models. AVF would like to thank Covidien, Organogenesis, Inc., Cook Medical Inc., Tactile Systems Technology Inc., Vascular Insights LLC and Volcano Corporation for hosting workshops during The Vein Forum. - July 08, 2013 - American Venous Forum
Organogenesis Joins Medical Device Industry Leaders at American Venous Forum: The Vein Forum
The Vein Forum: A Comprehensive Hands-On Course for Practicing Clinicians will take place on October 11-12 in Boston, MA. The course provides clinicians a unique educational opportunity. State-of-the-art lectures by leaders in venous disease are complemented by hands-on practice with models and edited video presentations. The goal of the course is to educate and update practicing clinicians regarding the latest theories and developments in the clinical practice of vein disease management. - July 01, 2013 - American Venous Forum
Top NYC Surgeon Set to Launch Children's Charity
Dr. Robert Morin gives details of the launch of new children's charity, Developing Faces, and weighs in on Angelina Jolie's recent elective surgery and womens' access to medical care. - June 29, 2013 - Robert Morin Plastic Surgeon
TransEnterix Develops Patient-Side Robotic Surgical Platform
Company's single-site mobile robot is now undergoing pre-clinical testing. - June 26, 2013 - TransEnterix
American Venous Forum Updates: Call for Abstracts - The Vein Forum - AVF Membership
Call for Abstracts - The Vein Forum - AVF - June 12, 2013 - American Venous Forum
New Series Introduces Current Concepts for the Modern Head and Neck Surgeon
“Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery” is a six-volume series that introduces current concepts for the modern head and neck surgeon. It focuses on diagnosis, evaluation, and management of the conditions that surgeons encounter daily. The contributors to each volume are... - June 10, 2013 - Thieme Publishers
SurgiMate Launches New Website
New site reveals how SurgiMate helps increase operational efficiency & maximize revenue at surgical practices. - June 08, 2013 - SurgiMate
John S. Gould, MD Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
John S. Gould, MD of Birmingham, Alabama has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of healthcare and education. About John S. Gould, MD Dr. Gould has over 42 years in the healthcare and education... - June 07, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Fort Myers Orthopedic Surgeon, Dennis Sagini, MD Appointed to Lee Memorial Surgery Center Council
Fort Myers orthopedic surgeon, Dennis Sagini, MD, was recently appointed to the Surgery Center Council at the Lee Memorial Sanctuary Outpatient Surgery Center. He is representing independent physicians at the Center, while assisting in its promotion and growth. - June 07, 2013 - Dennis Sagini, MD
Thick Eyebrows That Are in Fashion Can be Achieved Through Eyebrow Transplant
The recent trend of thicker eyebrows has been all the rage in Hollywood, on models, and on the fashionable across the globe. - June 04, 2013 - Lam Institute for Hair Restoration
SEO Marketing for Pain Management Doctors Now Comes with a Money Back Guarantee
SEO 1 Medical announces a marketing plan for pain management doctors with a money back guarantee. A first of its kind in the SEO landscape, SEO 1 Medical’s new offer simplifies pain management doctor’s marketing initiatives by removing the guess work from the selection process. - May 30, 2013 - SEO 1 Services
Tucson Surgeon First in State to Offer SPIDER Gastric Sleeve for Weight Loss
Dr. Patrick Chiasson at Southern Arizona Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery also uses novel single-incision surgical platform for gallbladder removal. - May 30, 2013 - TransEnterix
Charlotte Dentist Lectures on the Advancements of Dental Implant Procedures at the "International Congress of Oral Implantologists"
Dr Paresh B Patel of Charlotte and Lenoir, North Carolina, was honored to present the latest advancements of the Zest Locator system and the benefits of the system for the millions of denture wearers in the world at the most recent pre symposium of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. - May 24, 2013 - Dr Paresh B Patel
A Unique Guide to Laryngeal Dissection and Surgery
“Laryngeal Dissection and Surgery Guide,” recently published by Thieme, provides surgeons with detailed, step-by-step instructions for performing laryngeal dissections and simulating surgeries in a lab, helping them put knowledge into practice. The dissection chapter grounds the young... - May 22, 2013 - Thieme Publishers
Dr. Mark Galland Named Adjunct Clinical Professor at Marietta College
Triangle Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist Supports Ohio Liberal Arts College - May 12, 2013 - Dr. Galland
Dr. Timothy J. Trainor, Orthopedic Surgeon Named America's Top Doctor in Sports Medicine by Castle Connolly and U.S. News and World Report for 2013
Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., America's trusted source for identifying Top Doctors, has selected Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine specialist Dr. Timothy Trainor on its selective list of Regional Top Doctors for the last 3 consecutive years. Less than 5% of the nation's licensed physicians have been selected as Castle Connolly Top Doctors in their regions for their specialties. Physicians are nominated by their peers and cannot pay to be included in any Castle Connolly guide. - May 08, 2013 - Timothy J. Trainor, M.D.
Dr. Richard Buch Launches The Dallas Joint Replacement Institute
Richard Buch, M.D. is a nationally recognized fellowship trained orthopedic oncologist practicing in Dallas, Texas. His joint revisions and orthopedic oncology procedures are done by very few physicians in the country. Dr. Richard Buch completed fellowships at George Washington University Medical Center, Washington Hospital Center, and Children's National Medical Center. In 2012 there were fewer then 150 orthopedic oncologists in the United States compared to over 27,000 orthopedic surgeons. - May 08, 2013 - The Dallas Joint Replacement Institute
The University of Tennessee Medical Center Earns National Accreditation from American College of Surgeons for University Bariatric Center
University Bariatric Center at The University of Tennessee Medical Center has been accredited as a Level 2 facility under the Bariatric Surgery Center Network (BSCN) Accreditation Program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). The accreditation demonstrates the surgery center’s commitment... - May 08, 2013 - University of Tennessee Medical Center