Dr. Megan Swanson is a graduate of Vanderbilt University’s School of Medicine. She completed her orthopedic residency training in University of Texas Southwestern and was able to finish the prestigious Otto E. Aufranc Fellowship in Adult Reconstruction at the New England Baptist Hospital. Recently, her article on hip arthroplasty was published in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.

Total hip arthroplasty is a procedure in which the hip joints are replaced by artificial joints. This is usually performed on patients that are 60 years old or above due to severe arthritis. Sometimes, though, this procedure is done on patients with fractures in the thigh bone or patients with hip joint tumors.

Dr. Swanson is currently part of the highly skilled orthopedic surgeons of Randolph Orthopedics and Sports Medicine. They offer services for patients with work-related and sports-related orthopedic illnesses or injuries. For more information, visit their website at http://www.randolphorthopedics.com.

NEW YORK, NY-The Laparoscopic Physiology and Oncology Laboratory at St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital Center is doing much to improve patient outcomes. The lab has determined how methods used to gain access to the abdominal cavity in order to perform surgery, alter the body’s ability to heal itself and to deal with cancer cells that may remain in the days and weeks following surgery. The lab has demonstrated that Minimally Invasive Surgical (MIS) methods are less injurious and result in fewer and less severe changes in the composition of the blood and immune system function.

The lab’s early study results suggest that major surgery (either open or laparoscopic) causes changes that would stimulate the growth of residual cancer in patients who had unforeseen circulating tumor cells after resection of the primary lesion. The lab’s purpose has been to better understand why tumor growth is stimulated after surgery and to find anti-cancer therapies that can be used during the month before and immediately following surgery.
This year the lab completed a series of studies that demonstrated that a combination of green tea extract and a supplement called siliphos, when given for a week before and for three weeks after surgery, significantly inhibits the growth of cancer cells both subcutaneously and in the liver during the preoperative period. It was also determined that this drug combination did not impair or inhibit wound healing (abdominal wall and gastric wound strength was assessed). The results of the final study were presented at the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons meeting this spring.
A Phase 1 study is planned for 2011 in which patients undergoing large bowel resection for cancer will have the opportunity to take these two drugs for the week prior and for 3 weeks after their operation. A study proposal has been submitted and representatives from the lab are soon meeting with the FDA to request permission to use this drug combination in humans. They hope to enroll 30-40 patients in the study.

For more information on this and other current studies, you can visit www.slrsurgery.org or call us at: (212) 523-7780.

Neptune, NJ – Jersey Shore University Medical Center recently hosted its annual Meridian Health Research Day. The program was held in the Lance Auditorium and proved to be very successful with over 150 health care professionals in attendance.

“Research Day provides opportunities for health care professionals affiliated with Meridian Health to present original research studies and case reports to the academic and professional communities,” said Ernest W. Richards, Ph.D., FACN, corporate director of research services of clinical research for Meridian Health. “Research allows Meridian to provide our patients and communities with expanded access to novel therapies and cutting-edge treatment and diagnostic possibilities.”

Throughout the day, guests had the chance to view the posters with each study’s findings in the North/South Concourse of the Kurr Atrium in the medical center and take tours of the new Meridian Health Research Center.

Research Day concluded with an awards and presentations ceremony where three teams took home first place in their respective categories.

• Placing first in the oral presentations category was Sasha Wagner, Arthur A. Topilow, M.D., John M. Davis, M.D., and Charles Gilvarg, Ph.D. who spoke on Carboxypeptidase A as a Potential Screen for Early Stage Pancreatic Cancer.
• Placing first in the original research poster category was Eva H. Nunlist, D.O.; Gerald Almazan, M.D.; Yen-Hong Kuo, Ph.D.; Mitchel B. Alpert, M.D., FAAP, FACC; Denise Aloisio, M.D., FAAP; Elizabeth Assing, M.D., FAAP who conducted their research on Neurodevelopmental Outcomes at 2 Years Of Premature and Very Low Birth Weight Infants with a Hemodynamically Significant Patent Ductus Arteriosus (Hspda) Treated with Indomethacin versus Ibuprofen.
• Placing first in the case reports poster category was, Deepa Prasad, M.D., Valerie Navarret, M.D., Srividya Naganathan, M.D., whose topic was Infant with Failure to Thrive, Dysmorphic Features and Hemihypertrophy.

About Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Jersey Shore University Medical Center, a member of the Meridian Health family, is a not-for-profit teaching hospital and home to K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital – the first children’s hospital in Monmouth and Ocean counties. Jersey Shore is the regional provider of cardiac surgery, a program which has been ranked among the best in the Northeast, and is home to the only trauma center and stroke rescue center in the region. Jersey Shore University Medical Center specializes in cardiovascular care, orthopedics and rehabilitation, cancer care, neuroscience, and women’s specialty services. For more information on Jersey Shore University Medical Center call 1-800-DOCTORS, or visit Jersey Shore University Medical Center.

BiCOM Inc. home of Glaucoma Eye Test Diaton supports National Glaucoma Awareness Month. It is imperative to get regular eye pressure (IOP) exams. Vision loss caused by Glaucoma can be slowed or halted with the proper medication. Getting an eye pressure screening has never been easier or safer with painless through the eyelid Tonometer Diaton aka Glaucoma Eye Test http://www.GlaucomaEyeTest.com .

The start of a new year signifies a new beginning to most, many people making resolutions to better their lives. Improving health is usually a top priority – but, visual health is often overlooked.  January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, the perfect opportunity to learn about “the sneak thief of sight”. Glaucoma is the leading cause of preventable blindness globally, with 70 million people affected. Glaucoma is an eye disease that gradually makes your vision “close in” on you, starting with peripheral (side) vision. Many people do not realize they have a problem, until the disease has progressed dramatically. Regular eye examinations and eye pressure (IOP) screenings are the best way to diagnose Glaucoma in its earliest stages.

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There are often no symptoms or pain associated with the onset of glaucoma.  As it progresses, a person may notice his or her side vision decreasing.  As the glaucoma worsens, the field of vision narrows and blindness may result.

Individuals at higher risk include African Americans over age 40; everyone over age 60, especially Mexican Americans; and people with a family history of glaucoma.

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Glaucoma that goes undetected progresses rapidly, robbing one of their sight, independence and well-being. There are factors that play a role in who develops this disease such as age, race and genetics, but Glaucoma can affect everyone from babies to the elderly. 20 percent of adults have never visited an eye doctor, and more than 60 percent of respondents thought that glaucoma was preventable, according to the American Optometric Association’s (AOA) American Eye-Q™ survey.

Educational/Awareness campaigns have been launched by BiCOM Inc., the global distributor of transpalpebral Tonometer Diaton (http://www.GlaucomaEyeTest.com), with successful results. This is the key to fighting this disease – education and ease of getting IOP screened.

EyeCare America’s 7,000 Ophthalmologists Providing FREE Eye Exams in Honor of Glaucoma Awareness Month in January. To find out if you are eligible to receive a referral for an eye exam those interested should call 1-800-391-EYES (3937).

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November 19, 2010, Atlanta, GA – Atlanta medical malpractice attorney Jeffrey H. Dover has authored a new book to help Georgia cancer victims understand their options after they’ve been diagnosed with cancer and also helps educate cancer victims about their legal rights if they’ve received bad medical care or if their cancer was misdiagnosed.

The book, I Have Cancer…Should It Have Been Caught Earlier?, reveals critical information people need when faced with this life-altering disease, including:

•    An overview of cancer, the types and symptoms of cancer, and treatment options.
•    A review of common errors in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
•    An explanation of medical malpractice in general, and specifically the laws as they apply in the state of Georgia.
•    Examples of medical malpractice to provide victims of bad medical care with a better understanding of how the situation might apply to them.
•    An overview of the legal process that cancer medical malpractice victims face.
•    How to go about choosing the right Georgia medical malpractice attorney.
•    What a cancer medical malpractice victim has to prove to win his or her case.
•    How a contingency fee works and why anyone can afford a lawyer for a medical malpractice claim because of it.

“If you or a loved one has cancer, you probably have many questions and concerns, and if you believe that your medical care has been less than ideal, your burden is even greater,” Dover explained. “My goal is to not only provide you with the most up-to-date information to help you understand your treatment options and the terminology associated with cancer, but to also educate you about your legal rights if you’ve suffered from bad medical care.”

According to the US National Cancer Institute, nearly half of all men and one third of all women will develop cancer in their lifetime, and the mortality rate is 23% in men and 20% in women.  “We understand that a diagnosis of cancer is a life-changing event,” Dover said. “Many victims of cancer are unprepared for their future, and my hope is that this book can help provide them with some peace of mind and a plan for what to do next.”

The book is published by Word Association Publishers and is available for $16.95 on Amazon.com.  As a public service, anyone in Georgia with a potential medical malpractice situation involving cancer may request a free copy of the book by visiting the Atlanta medical malpractice attorney page or the Atlanta cancer misdiagnosis attorney section.

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About Jeffrey H. Dover:

Jeffrey H. Dover is an attorney who has been representing victims of medical malpractice in the Atlanta area as well as throughout the state of Georgia since 1991.  He is the founder and lead attorney of the Dover Law Firm.   In addition to medical malpractice claims, Mr. Dover also handles wrongful death claims, car and truck accident claims, and workers’ compensation claims.

Mr. Dover is licensed to practice in the State and Superior Courts of Georgia, the Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of Georgia. He is admitted to the United States District Court in Georgia and the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. He is a member of the American Association for Justice, the Georgia State Bar Association and the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association. As a trial attorney, Mr. Dover has argued multiple appeals in the Georgia Court of Appeals and the Georgia Supreme Court, as well as federal appellate courts.

The Center for occupational and environmental medicine is very pleased to welcome Dr. Carol Benoit to its staff as a contract physician.

Dr. Benoit received her D.O. From Des Moines University in Iowa in 1988. Dr. Benoit was Board Certified in Neurology and comes to COEM after running her own practice in Orangeburg, S.C.

Dr. Allan Lieberman says in a mail, “As has always been first priority, I like to have continuity of care for my patients so that when I am on vacation or the schedule is booked up that you have access to our office and can get in to see a physician. Dr. Benoit helps fill that role. As we continue to grow and serve patients from an ever larger geographic reach, we hope to introduce you to other physicians and clinical and administrative staff who are there to serve your health care needs.”

“Over the past few months as Dr. Benoit has been getting acclimated to the practice, I have been introducing her to ALL of the new patients and our existing patients as and when we see them. Please feel confident in booking appointments with Dr. Benoit as she has the necessary clinical training and bedside manner to care for you. Dr. Benoit will provide you the same level of quality care you have come to expect from the Center for Occupational & Environmental Medicine.”

Dr. Benoit’s areas of interest include:

> Wellness
> Nutrition
> Headache
> Degenerative and Neuro Degenerative Diseases
> Autism and Spectrum Disorders

In her own words, Dr. Benoit feels, ‘My mission is to empower people to heal themselves. I love working with patients to help them get what they need and desire as far as their health is concerned.’

Dr. Allan Lieberman thanks everyone for allowing COEM to serve their health care needs and for confidence in all of the staff at COEM.

The Center for Occupational and Environmental Medicine is one of the few resources for the practice of Environmental Medicine in the entire Southeast. Environmental Medicine encompasses three important segments of medicine:  allergy/immunology, toxicology, and nutrition.  Identification and treatment of food and inhalant allergies, infections, nutritional deficiencies, and toxicity are just some of the many facets of our comprehensive treatment programs.

Indore , July 10^th 2010 : Central India’s first Non Surgical Ventricular septal defect closure with device was performed on a 75 years old female, Mrs. Saran Kaur Gandhi on 4^th May 2010. She hails from Khandwa. She was admitted to Choithram Hospital on 27^th March 2010 in a critical condition after a severe heart attack. Due to her critical condition, emergency coronary angiography and angioplasty was done the very next day. During her recuperation, she was found to have a ventricular septal defect – which is a hole in one of the wall of the heart for which surgical closure is a solution. But her age and condition didn’t allow for the same. However, today, recent non- surgical device closure is possible which avoids many surgical problems. Hence, the doctors decided to do VSD closure with device with all explained risks to the patient and her relatives. So the procedure followed and performed successfully on 4^thmay 2010 by Cardiologist Dr. Girish Kawthekar, Dr. Bhavesh, Dr. Nitin Modi and Dr. C.B. Chhabra.

Talking about this critical but successful procedure Dr. Girish Kawthekar said, “Initially, it was a tough operation. Generally, this problem has high mortality, but after the procedure, she recuperated fast. She has been discharged in stable condition and is fine now.”

The success of this operation proved Central India’s competency in performing critical cardiological operations. Our city is now capable and at par with world standards in this field.

Newer and technically demanding procedures are being regularly done and Dr. Kawthekar already has been pioneer to bring newer interventional procedures as angioplasty and valvuloplasty and other interventional procedures to the city.

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Las Vegas, June 28, 2010: Urgent Care Las Vegas provides medical solutions to its customers. It has launched medical discount programs to help patients get the necessary medical help at lesser rates. The Las Vegas medical center has a team of experienced and knowledgeable doctors who are very helpful and friendly and treats every patient with great care. The Las Vegas Medical clinic has introduced the medical discount programs to help customers of various financial standings to avail their services.

There are a number of uninsured people who can take advantage of the discount programs. It helps the people to take care of their health at very affordable prices. Realizing the fact that there might be a number of people who doesn’t have any kind of health insurance, the Las Vegas medical center has introduced the discount programs to help as many people as possible.

A spokesperson from Urgent Care Las Vegas says, “We have introduced medical discount programs for our customers to help the people get medical help at discounted prices. We aim to offer our services to a larger number of people through our programs.”

The Las Vegas medical clinic advises and suggests the clients about the most suitable discount program. The charges put forward by Urgent Care Las Vegas are already reasonable and a medical discount program becomes an added advantage for the local people. Some other services provided are general medical care, occupational medicine, schools and sports physicals, x-rays, labs and vaccines as well as onsite prescriptions.

PLANS for a major £3 million development scheme at leading orthopaedic hospital The Horder Centre have been given the go ahead.Work on the scheme at the charity-run hospital in Crowborough began immediately after Wealden District Council granted full planning permission. The three-year scheme will create extra en-suite patient rooms, a new reception, cafe and out-patients area, a state-of-the-art physiotherapy centre with gym and a new admissions suite.

An appeal is also being launched to secure funds for the on-going work, with numerous fund-raising events and activities planned for the coming months.

Diane Thomas, Chief Executive of The Horder Centre, said: “After months of careful planning we are thrilled to secure planning permission for our development plans. The scheme represents a very exciting period in the Centre’s history as we strive to continually improve our services and provide ever increasing benefit to our patients. This scheme will allow us to do that for many years to come and will, over the next three years, deliver huge improvements to accommodation, service and patient care and experience.”

Enabling work to prepare for the new build projects has now begun. Phase 1 of the scheme includes a new entrance with patient reception and coffee shop, a new access road with parking, a new physiotherapy gym and fitness area and 16 new en-suite bedrooms. Phase 2 will follow on and includes the creation of a new admissions and day care lounge. Finally, Phase 3 will involve upgrading the hospital’s infrastructure and includes a significant amount of redecoration around the entire centre.

The Horder Centre has once again teamed up with leading architects Building Ideas, based in Maidstone, who have considerable experience of working at the Centre having designed the new operating theatre.
For more Details About hordercentre please go through the Website:
http://www.hordercentre.co.uk/

Contact Details:
The Horder Centre
St John’s Road
Crowborough
East Sussex
TN6 1XP

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