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"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
Freehold NJ Orthopedic Surgeon Gets Great Response to the Second in a of Series of Public Lectures on Advanced Joint Replacement Techniques
Freehold, NJ Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Manuel Banzon received a great response to the second in a series of public lectures on advanced joint replacement techniques being offered at the CentraState Healthcare Center by the team of board-certified orthopedic surgeons from the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute. Dr Banzon introduced a responsive and participative audience to the minimally–invasive, two-incision, total hip replacement surgery now offered in the local community. - November 03, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
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™
New Cable TV Production Features Freehold Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Alan Nasar
CentraState HealthWatch will begin airing on Comcast Channel 190 at 2:30pm every Sunday beginning this week in Monmouth, Ocean and Middlesex counties, New Jersey. Dr. Alan Nasar will discuss advances in joint replacement surgery, pain management and physical therapy with host Gary Gellman. - October 30, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Canadian Couple Goes to Cuba for Her Orthopedic Surgery, But Instead They Both Get Treated
A Halifax couple, Diane and Vern Paul, traveled to Cuba so that she could get orthopedic surgery, but instead, they both were treated. Vern was so impressed with the quality of medical care in Cuba, that at the last minute he decided to get cosmetic surgery. Diane chose Cuba because she knew that the country had outstanding health care, and she wanted to avoid the one-year wait for her treatment in Canada. - October 27, 2007 - Choice Medical Services
Freehold NJ Orthopedic Surgeon Gets Great Public Response to Lecture on Total Knee Replacement Options
Dr. Manuel Banzon welcomed the public to an important lecture in Freehold Wednesday October 17. In one of a series of free lectures currently being offered at the CentraState Medical Center, he outlined the new high-tech approach to total knee replacement used at the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute. - October 27, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Epidemic of Anesthesia Overdosing… How Can You Avoid It?
“Most patients tolerate their anesthetic experience despite the care they receive rather than because of it,” claims Dr. Barry Friedberg, holder of the trademark “minimally invasive anesthesia (MIA).®” - October 23, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
1stWisdomTeeth.com Consumer Portal Launches, Making Wisdom Teeth a Little Less Painful
Consumer information site 1stWisdomTeeth.com provides local listings of wisdom tooth dentists, as well as a variety of wisdom tooth and oral surgery educational resources. - October 15, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
Unable to Wait 16 Months for Orthopedic Surgery, Canadian Patient Goes to Cuba for Treatment
Because he couldn't wait 16 months to have his orthopedic surgery done in Canada, a Winnipeg man will fly to Cuba on Monday (Oct. 8) to be get quick and discount-priced treatment there. Choice Medical Services, a leading medical tourism firm, is arranging his travel and treatment at an Havana hospital. - October 04, 2007 - Choice Medical Services
How Dentists Refer Wisdom Tooth Extractions to Oral Surgeons: The Wealthy Dentist Survey Results
Half of general dentists refer out 80% or more of their wisdom tooth removals to oral surgeons, according to a Wealthy Dentist poll. Some dentists love the profit or third-molar extractions, while others hate the work and risks. - October 01, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
"Safer, Simpler, Better & More Cost Effective" Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
"'Safer, Simpler, Better & more Cost Effective' cosmetic surgery anesthesia is here today," says Dr. Barry L. Friedberg, developer of bispectral index (BIS) monitored propofol ketamine sedation, now trademarked as minimally invasive anesthesia (MIA).® The public must ask for "Safer, Simpler, Better & Cost Effective" cosmetic surgery anesthesia for the surgical and anesthesia professions to change. - September 18, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
Breakthrough Treatment for Neck Pain comes to Ventura County
Medtronic, the maker of the first cervical artificial disc, trains two local spine surgeons to perform the cutting edge operation. - August 09, 2007 - Ventura Spine
InfoPro Launches Online Ttraining for CABG
InfoPro Learning, one of the world’s leading providers of learning solutions, has announced the launch of its first ever online training course on Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG). The course, authored by Dr. A Sampath Kumar, the internationally renowned cardiovascular surgeon, is... - May 02, 2007 - TeachMeIT
Smisson-Cartledge Biomedical, LLC Announces FDA 501(k) Market Clearance of ThermaCor 1200 Thermal Infusion System
Smisson-Cartledge Biomedical LLC (SCB) announced today U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) market clearance of their ThermaCor 1200 Infusion System, the first full range, portable normothermic infusion system funded in part by the U.S. Military. - April 25, 2007 - Smisson-Cartledge Biomedical
Local Surgeons Receive A+ from Device Inventor
While performing cutting edge disc replacement surgery, two Ventura Spine surgeons were paid a visit by the inventor of the device. - March 19, 2007 - Ventura Spine
Metropolitan Who's Who, Sponsors the North American Andy Transplant Foundation
The North American Andy Transplant Foundation, Inc. (the "Foundation") is a public foundation committed to save lives and to promote contributions and education for transplant patients and their families across North America. They work in conjunction with the members of the medical transplant team to provide a greater understanding of our health system. - February 19, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
First 2-Level Disc Replacement Performed in Ventura County
For patients with back pain from worn discs, artificial disc replacement offers state-of-the-art treatment, while traditional spinal fusion may become history. - February 08, 2007 - Ventura Spine
Latest Technique Kidney Transplant Surgery Now Available in India
Dheeraj Bojwani Consultants has launched a “Kidney Transplant Surgery”, this technology is available in just few centers of the world and will be now available in India as well. - January 18, 2007 - Dheeraj Bojwani Consultants
Opening of New Cell for Face Lift Surgery in India
Forerunners Healthcare Consultants is the premier most medical tourism company of India. They arrange medical trips to India for the health seeking individual who seeks surgery in India. They are opening a new Department for handling the queries of the Face Lift Surgery. Cost of the Face Lift Surgery is much lower in India as compared to USA and UK. - December 20, 2006 - Forerunners Healthcare Consultants
Hip Replacement Surgery in India - Educational Camp to be Held in UK
An educational camp is being held in UK about the Hip Replacement Surgery techniques available in India. The camp would be held from 22nd Dec to 30th Dec-06. The camp would be held in London, Bradford, Edinburgh and Birmingham. - December 19, 2006 - Dheeraj Bojwani Consultants
e-Healthcare Solutions, Inc. Signs Exclusive Online Advertising Relationship with the American College of Surgeons
e-Healthcare Solutions, Inc., announced today that the American College of Surgeons (ACS) has signed an exclusive representation agreement that names EHS as the sole provider of advertising for the College’s pair of websites. The agreement calls for EHS to centrally direct advertising... - August 30, 2006 - e-Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
Unique Knee Surgery for American Teacher in India by kneeindia.com's Orthopedic Surgeon
An American teacher outsourced his Knee replacement to India after being shunned by American Orthopedic surgeons for not having medical insurance. A High flex knee replacement was done at a Chennai private hospital by renowned Knee specialist Dr.A.K.Venkatachalam. - July 30, 2006 - Knee & Shoulder Clinic of Chennai, India
Open Heart Surgery’s Challenging Four to Eight Week Recovery Period is Finally Addressed in this Highly Informative Book
One of a kind recovery guide reinforces the wisdom that knowledge is power, and knowing what to expect during open-heart surgery recovery, and preparing for it, is a life-affirming process. - March 31, 2006 - Open Heart Coach
Chennai Orthopedic Surgeon Performs Innovative Arthroscopic Procedure for American Citizen
Chennai's leading orthopedic surgeon Dr.A.K.Venkatachalam, has saved the knee of an American citizen from Joint replacement. SH a female citizen of Indian origin was diagnosed to suffer from a rare condition called "Osteochondritis Dissecans" which affected the inner weight bearing portion of her thigh bone. - March 12, 2006 - Knee & Shoulder Clinic of Chennai, India
US National Undergoes Key Hole Shoulder Surgery in India
Health care was outsourced to an Indian doctor and hospitals by a resident of North Carolina, Mr. Dave Hurd. He had a full thickness rotator cuff tear repaired for a 10th of the cost in the US. - December 24, 2005 - Knee & Shoulder Clinic of Chennai, India
Unique Knee Surgery on UK Engineer in Chennai
A British marine consultant recently underwent a minimally invasive partial knee replacement in Chennai. The Oxford mobile bearing unicondylar knee with a long term survivorship of 98 % was implanted into both knees of the Briton. - December 23, 2005 - Knee & Shoulder Clinic of Chennai, India