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NuU Medspa Makes a Difference in Their Hometown of Arizona, Donating to Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center
NuU Medspa support the Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center, Scottsdale Healthcare Shea, by donating to the Scottsdale Healthcare Foundation’s annual Playing for T.I.ME. The proceeds from their 14th annual 2008, Playing for T.I.M.E (Technology/Imaging/Management/Education), event will support the... - December 10, 2008 - NuU Unlimited
Cornea Clinic, Conducts Course on Lamellar Corneal Surgery (DALK, DSEK,DSAEK) for the First Time in India
Cornea clinic, located at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, India conducted a three day course on Lamellar Corneal Surgery (including Manual anterior lamellar keratoplasty - ALK, Deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty - DALK, Automated lamellar therapeutic keratoplasty - ALTK, Descemet’s stripping endothelial keratoplasty - DSEK, and Descemet’s stripping automated endothelial keratoplasty - DSAEK). - December 10, 2008 - Cornea Clinic
"Plastic Surgeon as Artist" – Dr. Krakovsky Receives the 100 Best Cosmetic Surgeons of the World Award
The International Phalloplasty Institute and the American Academy of Phalloplasty Surgeons are pleased to announce that Alexander Krakovsky, MD has been named as one of The 100 Best Cosmetic Surgeons of the World for 2008. Dr. Krakovsky was chosen for this award by the Scientific Committee for the... - December 02, 2008 - Alexander A. Krakovsky, MD
Knee & Shoulder Clinic of Chennai, India Announces Oxinium Knee for Young Patients
A 34 year old Dutch male citizen became the youngest person in the Netherlands and perhaps in India to receive a long lasting knee replacement in India. His knee replacement was implanted by Computer assisted surgery or navigation by Dr. A.K.Venkatachalam of the Knee & Shoulder clinic of Chennai at a private hospital here. - December 01, 2008 - Knee & Shoulder Clinic of Chennai, India
World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress Announces 3 New Sponsors for 2009
The World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress which will be held October 26-28th in Los Angeles California is pleased to announce three new sponsors. AllMedicalTourism.com, Orthopedic Surgery Center of Orange County, and FV Hospital have all signed on to sponsor and exhibit for 2009. Both... - November 15, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
NuU Medspa Welcomes Prestigious Surgeon and Founder of Midwest LipoDissolve & Weight Loss On-Board
Dr. Vishnu Subramani, Board Certified Physician & Surgeon, joins the reputable NuU Medical Spa. Dr. Subramani specializes in weight management and body sculpting procedures. He has successfully performed over 2,500 body sculpting procedures including; LipoDissolve, SmartLipo, and Tumescent... - November 13, 2008 - NuU Unlimited
Hip Replacement Surgery in Indian Hospital Relieves Nigerian Lady's Suffering
Elizabeth Jumai Kotso, a middle aged Nigerian lady now walks free from arthritic pain after a hip replacement and ankle fusion in India by Dr.A.K.Venkatachalam of the Knee & Shoulder clinic of Chennai. - November 06, 2008 - Knee & Shoulder Clinic of Chennai, India
Safest Weight Loss Surgery for Britons Travelling Abroad
Due to the financial pressures on the UK National Health Service, the vast majority of patients who are urgently in need of Obesity Surgery are forced to pay privately for their operations. - October 12, 2008 - Cosmetic Bliss
Two First to Market Devices Featured at Major Medical Shows in Chicago and New York
LaserTight unveils the first non-surgical blepharoplasty device and the only portable CO2 fractionated scanner at the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery meeting in Chicago, IL and the Medical Aesthetics Conference in New York. - September 19, 2008 - LaserTight, LLC
Ablation Technologies and Other Energy-Based Therapies Proliferating in Cardiology, General Surgery, Cancer and Other Clinical Applications Worldwide
The global market for ablation and other energy-based therapeutics is swelling at double digit growth rates, with revenues in some energy types growing at or beyond 20% annually. The worldwide market for ablation and other energy-based technologies is the subject of a new market and technology report, "Worldwide Ablation Technologies", from MedMarket Diligence, LLC. - September 17, 2008 - MedMarket Diligence, LLC
State’s First Single Incision Robotic Kidney Removal Performed at Henry Ford Hospital
For the first time in Michigan, a diseased kidney has been surgically removed at Henry Ford Hospital using highly sophisticated 3D robotics through a single incision. “We made several improvements in the technique that could allow us to perform this type of procedure routinely,” says... - August 27, 2008 - Henry Ford Health System
Focus28 Announces Launch of Website for Bariatric Patients
Focus 28, inc. announced today that it has launched a new website, focus28.com. The website took over two and one half years to build and is geared to meeting the needs of obese individuals who are either preparing to undergo bariatric weight loss surgery or have already undergone the procedure. - August 24, 2008 - Focus28, inc.
Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute of Freehold, New Jersey Welcomes Three Summer Interns
Freehold orthopedic group, Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC recently welcomed three summer interns as the first participants in AOSMI’s new intern program. Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute is strongly committed to giving back to the community and sees this program as an investment in the future. - August 07, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
International Robotics Urology Symposium
2009 International Robotics Urology Symposium Henry Ford Hospital is sponsoring the 2009 International Robotic Urology Symposium (IRUS) at The Bellagio Resort, in Las Vegas, Jan. 12-14, 2009. The three day symposium will provide the ultimate informative experience for health care professionals... - August 07, 2008 - Henry Ford Health System
Uk Pensioner Benefits from Knee Replacements in India
Lack lustre treatment offered at home spurred his search for overseas treatment. - July 29, 2008 - Knee & Shoulder Clinic of Chennai, India
Advanced 3D Imaging Summit for Dentistry to be Held in Columbus, Ohio
Due to the accelerated growth of dental 3D imaging in the Ohio Valley region, on September 5th, 2008, the first comprehensive, regional summit will be held in Columbus, Ohio. Eight renowned speakers will discuss how 3D imaging has impacted the level of care they provide to their patients. The Ohio 3D Summit will offer dental professionals the possibility to learn from their peers in an educational environment. To register, please call Bev Reeder from Patterson Dental at 614-791-9141. - July 25, 2008 - Sirona Dental Systems
New Back & Neck Pain Treatment is a Remarkable Alternative to Surgery
New Back & Neck Pain Treatment is a Remarkable Alternative to Surgery. The Accu-Spina™ with IDD Therapy® protocols manufactured by North American Medical Corporation is a non-invasive medical procedure that has an 86 percent success rate in treating herniated, bulging, degenerated... - July 12, 2008 - Allied Healthcare Clinics, Inc. The Home of The Running Doctor
Ex Nigerian Minister Visits India for His Advanced Knee Replacement
Former agricultural and natural resources minister, Dr. Shettima Mustafa OFR recently underwent a Knee replacement in Chennai. High quality of service, costs and hospitality were main benchmarks for his choice of surgery abroad. - June 27, 2008 - Knee & Shoulder Clinic of Chennai, India
Nonsurgical Blepharoplasty Featured at Multi-Specialty Foundation Meeting
LaserTight LLC Showcases New Devices and Procedures to Meet Growing Demand for Minimally Invasive Procedures. - June 21, 2008 - LaserTight, LLC
Dr. Babak Azizzadeh of The Institute for Rhinoplasty and Nasal Reconstruction Creates the Aging Arc
Dr. Azizzadeh's Aging Arc Explains the difference between age and aesthetic. - June 10, 2008 - Institute for Rhinoplasty and Nasal Reconstruction
Freehold Orthopedic Surgeon, Manuel T. Banzon, MD to Lecture at the CentraState Conference Center on Hip Replacement Advances
Manuel T. Banzon, MD of Freehold, New Jersey will present a lecture on computer-assisted, minimally invasive, total hip replacement. The free lecture is open to the public. Dr. Banzon is a partner and orthopedic surgeon at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey. Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute present many informative, educational lectures in Monmouth County, New Jersey. - June 01, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Azani Medical Spa Offers SmartLipo Performed by Dr. Richard Goldfarb, Board Certified by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
Azani Medical Spa offers SmartLipo performed by Dr. Richard Goldfarb at the Bethlehem and Macungie locations. Dr. Goldfarb was one of the first surgeons in Pennsylvania to perform the SmartLipo procedure. He has done more than 300 procedures without any complications or bad outcomes. Dr. - May 30, 2008 - Azani Medical Spa
Robotic Surgery Leadership Event – Innovation of Today, Tomorrow and the Future
A Two-Day Strategic Event Focusing on How Hospitals Can Implement, Develop, and Add Robotic Technology in Surgical Situations to Improve Patient Outcomes and Gain Market Share. - May 20, 2008 - Active Communications International
Advances in Total Knee Replacement Surgery Was the Topic of Presentation by Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Manuel T. Banzon at CentraState in Freehold, New Jersey
Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Manuel T. Banzon gave a presentation on Total Knee Replacement on April 24 at the CentraState Ambulatory Campus in Freehold, New Jersey. Dr. Banzon is a partner and orthopedic surgeon at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, NJ. Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute presents many lectures in the Monmouth County area of New Jersey. - May 14, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Lecture by Dr. James Cozzarelli of Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute at the CentraState Ambulatory Campus
Dr. James Cozzarelli, orthopedic surgeon, of Freehold, New Jersey will present a lecture on carpal tunnel syndrome. The lecture is free and open to the public. Dr. Cozzarelli is a partner and orthopedic surgeon at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey. The Institute presents many lectures in Monmouth County, New Jersey. - May 14, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Freehold, New Jersey Orthopedic Surgeons Drs. Michael Greller and Alan Nasar Use Powerful CAOS Solution with Trabecular Metal Knee Implants; a First in the Tri-State Area
On January 15, 2008, orthopedic surgeons Drs. Michael J. Greller and Alan S. Nasar of Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, NJ, performed for the first time in the Tri-State area total knee replacement surgery using a powerful new navigational computer-assisted orthopedic surgery (CAOS) solution and Zimmer trabecular metal implants. The total knee replacement surgery was performed at CentraState Medical Center in Freehold. - May 10, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
LaserTight Launches Non-Surgical Blepharoplasty Procedure at ASAPS Meeting
EyeTight Procedure Offers a Superior Outcome Requiring No Incision and a Rapid, Scarless Recovery. - May 09, 2008 - LaserTight, LLC
Introduction of Botox in Facial Paralysis Surgery Leading to Optimism for Bell's Balsy Patients
Bell's palsy is a disorder that can cause facial paralysis due to damage of the nerves that control the muscles that control facial movement. The typical effects of Bell's palsy can include swelling and inflammation of the face and affects the nerves that sends signals to the brain, which then... - April 30, 2008 - Facial Paralysis Institute
Changes in the Field of Revision Rhinoplasty
There are many changes going on in the field of revision rhinoplasty that will impact patients and doctors alike in the near future. - April 30, 2008 - Institute for Rhinoplasty and Nasal Reconstruction
Choice Medical Services to Add Australia & Other Worldwide Treatment Destinations; National Survey Finds Strong Consumer Interest in Medical Tourism
Choice Medical Services, a leading medical tourism firm helping North American consumers to receive medical care abroad, plans to add Australia and several more treatment destinations in the next 18 months. This comes after the new "2008 Survey of Health Care Consumers" found that nearly 40 percent of consumers would consider having an elective procedure performed abroad if they could save half or more, and be assured that quality was equal to or better to what they have in their own country. - March 19, 2008 - Choice Medical Services
Beacon Surgical Associates Offering Office-Based Vein Surgery for Varicose Veins
Beacon Surgical Associates in Exeter, NH is offering the FastCath VNUS closure technique for office-based treatment of varicose veins and venous stasis ulcers. - March 07, 2008 - Core Physician Services
New York Plastic Surgeon Performs Pro Bono Surgery on Disadvantaged Patient Where Health Insurance Coverage was Denied
Manhattan based facial plastic surgeon and Director of the Aesthetic Facial Surgery Center of New York and New Jersey, Oleh Slupchynskyj, M.D., offers his skill and compassion to a Brooklyn, New York woman tormented physically and emotionally from a medical condition not covered by her health... - February 25, 2008 - The Aesthetic Facial Surgery Center of New York and New Jersey
AZ Med Tec Announces the Newest Innovations in Surgical and Aesthetic Laser Technologies
AZ Med Tec announces FDA Approval to distribute the INTER-medic laser product line to the U.S. market. INTERmedic products offer patient-friendly solutions of high user-comfort in Aesthetic, Vascular, Surgical and Dental Laser applications. - February 04, 2008 - AZ Med Tec
The First Fully Cementless Knee Replacement Performed at CentraState by Orthopedic Surgeons from the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, NJ
On Tuesday, November 20th, Dr Michael Greller and Dr Alan Nasar, orthopedic surgeons from the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey, performed the first fully cementless, minimally invasive total knee replacement using trabecular metal technology in the history of CentraState Medical Center, Freehold, NJ. - January 24, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Successful CentraState HealthWatch Cable TV Pilot Show Featuring Freehold NJ Orthopedic Surgeon Dr Alan Nasar Rewarded with Extended Life and Wider Distribution
The CentraState HealthWatch cable TV show featuring Freehold, NJ orthopedic surgeon Dr Alan Nasar, has been extended through January across an increased number of New Jersey television stations. Alan S. Nasar MD, a fellowship-trained joint replacement orthopedic surgeon at the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, features in one segment of the half-hour show discussing advances in joint replacement surgery and pain management with host Gary Gellman. - January 07, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Freehold Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Alan Nasar Gives the Final Public Lecture of the Current Series by the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, Freehold, NJ
Freehold Orthopedic surgeon Alan S. Nasar, MD delivered the final lecture for the year “Hip Arthroscopy, Hip Resurfacing and Hip Replacement; Are You a Candidate?” to a welcoming audience, mainly members of the local community, on Tuesday, December 11th, at the CentraState Healthcare Center in Freehold, New Jersey. Dr Nasar, Director of the Total Joint Center of New Jersey, is one of the team of orthopedic surgeons from the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, NJ. - December 16, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Cardiovascular Sciences, Inc. Announces Funding Event
Cardiovascular Sciences, Inc. (CVSC), a corporation under the laws of Nevada, is excited to reveal an initial funding event with Seven Palm Investments, LLC of Illinois. After a recent assessment and restructuring of the company’s equity, the company and its investors are ready to move ahead... - December 12, 2007 - Cardiovascular Sciences, Inc.
Somnia Anesthesia Services Announces "Office-Based Anestheisa, a Critical Look"
Cleveland Clinic News recently published an article featuring Somnia Inc, CEO, Dr. Marc E. Koch, MD, MBA. Excerpt from Article: Initially, we can garner a great deal of information through contacts with existing office-based anesthesia practices. New York City has a very mature practice called... - December 08, 2007 - Somnia Inc.
Orthopedic Surgeon Dr Manuel Banzon Responds to Community Demand with His Latest Public Lecture on Advanced Joint Replacement Techniques in Freehold, NJ
Dr. Manuel Banzon, Freehold, NJ Orthopedic Surgeon, presented the latest in the current series of public lectures on advanced joint replacement techniques being offered at the CentraState Healthcare Center on Wednesday, November 28. The free lectures are being offered October through to mid December in Freehold, Jackson and Monroe Township, New Jersey, by the team of board-certified orthopedic surgeons from the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold. - December 05, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Los Angeles Surgeon Offers Free Varicose Vein Ultrasound Screening During the Month of December
Educating the public on the risks of Venous Disease is the goal of this 3-day public screening. December 10-12, 2007 - December 01, 2007 - The Elite Laser Vein Center
"Awake" the Movie Highlights the Need for "Goldilocks" Anesthesia, Says Dr. Barry L. Friedberg
In the well-known fairy tale, Goldilocks finds Poppa bear's porridge too hot, Mama bear's porridge too cold, but Baby bear's porridge just right. ‘Goldilocks’ anesthesia alludes to minimally invasive anesthesia(MIA)® wherein patients are neither over-anesthetized nor under-anesthetized but 'just right.' - November 27, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
Somnia Announces "The Five Rules for Choosing the Right Anesthesia Management Company" Written by Pres & CEO Marc E. Koch, MD, MBA and Exec VP & CMO Robert Goldstein, MD
Executive Healthcare Management recently published an editorial featuring the expertise of Marc E. Koch, MD, MBA, President & CEO, Somnia Inc. and Robert Goldstein, MD, Executive Vice President & Chief Medical Officer, Somnia Inc. Excerpt from "The five rules for choosing the right... - November 27, 2007 - Somnia Inc.
Public Lecture by Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Alan Nasar, Freehold, NJ, on the Science Behind the Zimmer® Gender Solutions™ Knee Draws Responsive Audience to Centrastate
At the CentraState Healthcare Center in Freehold, Tuesday, November 13, Dr. Alan Nasar presented the latest in the popular series of free public lectures being offered by the team of joint replacement orthopedic specialists from the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey. In the well attended lecture starting at 7.30pm, entitled “The Female Knee Replacement.” Dr. Nasar explained the science behind the Zimmer® Gender Solutions™ Knee. - November 23, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Monroe Township Seniors Welcome Lecture by Dr Alan Nasar, Joint Replacement Surgeon at the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, NJ
“Painful Conditions of the Hip” was the very topical subject of the welcomed and well-attended lecture to senior citizens of Monroe Township, Middlesex County, NJ, on Thursday, November 15. The lecture was presented by Dr. Alan Nasar, a fellowship-trained joint replacement orthopedic surgeon at the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey, and given at the Monroe Township Senior Center. - November 21, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Freehold, NJ, Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Alan Nasar Presents the Next Free Public Lecture by the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, Tuesday, 13 November
“The Female Knee Replacement” is the topic of the public lecture to be presented by Dr. Alan Nasar next Tuesday, November 13, from 7.30 to 8.30pm at the CentraState Healthcare Center in Freehold, New Jersey. This popular series of lectures is offered by the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold. Dr. Nasar will discuss the science behind the Zimmer® Gender Solutions™ Knee, the first and only knee replacement shaped to fit a woman's anatomy. - November 19, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
HaiVision Debuts MAKO-HD Codec at MEDICA
HaiVision’s MAKO-HD brings medical grade high definition network video collaboration to MEDICA - November 19, 2007 - HaiVision Systems Inc.
Michael J. Bonde, a Certified Surgical Technologist for Community Memorial Hospital, Has Been Named Princeton Premiers Honored Member in Healthcare
Michael J. Bonde, a Certified Surgical Technologist for Community Memorial Hospital, has been named Princeton Premiers Honored Member in Healthcare. Michael makes his home in Menomonee Falls Wisconsin and received his Associates Degree from the University of Wisconsin and earned a Certified... - November 16, 2007 - Princeton Premier
"Donde West Death Highlights Unnecessary Risk of General Anesthesia for Cosmetic Surgery," Asserts Dr. Friedberg
In 2004, Olivia Goldsmith, author of the First Wives’ Club, died during cosmetic surgery. More recently, Dr. Donde West, mother of rapper Kanye West, died following cosmetic surgery. “Aside from post-mastectomy reconstruction, there are no medical reasons for cosmetic surgery. Therefore, no avoidable anesthesia risks, like those associated with general anesthesia, are acceptable,” claims Dr. Barry L. Friedberg. - November 15, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
12 Women Earn Free Breast Implants on MyFreeImplants.com -- That's 2 Dozen Double-D's
MyFreeImplants.com posted record growth in revenue, memberships and most importantly -- bust lines. The number of memberships on the website are simply bursting at the seams. Through the massive support of the philanthropic efforts from contributors worldwide, this innovative website is proving to be a viable force in the lucrative cosmetic surgery financing industry. - November 06, 2007 - MyFreeImplants.com, LLC
Medical Tourism Association Visits Indian Hospitals
The Medical Tourism Association, the industry's first non-profit trade association for international healthcare providers, has recently returned from the medical tourism conference held in Goa, India and a subsequent two week tour of the top India hospitals. - November 03, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™