Across the United States, the future of brain surgery depends on policy making. Among many, there is a female pioneer who got the attention of everyone in the field. In 2022, a leader rose to the head of American Association of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Ann R. Stroink is an embodiment of lead
Metabolic bariatric surgery has long-term effects and complications, especially when it comes to nutrition. So what is being done about these issues. Obesity is a major health concern. It increases the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and other health problems. Metabolic bariatric surgery is a trea
Imagine starting your life over with a fresh - slimmer you. Individuals with poor diets and other relevant risks went through Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery to achieve just that! Roux-en-Y gastric surgery disrupted the digestive tract and with less food intake, slimdown a model. It is general
When faced with tricky colon operations, doctors have a choice: hand-assisted laparoscopic colectomy (HALS) or starting with keyhole surgery and possibly switching to open (LCOS). Each method has its pros and cons. HALS uses a small incision for a hand, aiding the laparoscope's cameras. LCOS begins
Ever had a knee replaced? If so, you know that getting back to normal often depends on following a home rehab plan. But what makes some people stick to it while others don't? A study dug into this, focusing on folks who had a quick knee surgery. They found that certain things about you and your heal
You might think that when it comes to early-stage lung cancer, the more you remove, the better. But hold on a minute! Recent studies show that sublobar resection, which removes just a part of the lung, might be just as good as removing the whole lobe. However, if the cancer has invaded the lung's pl
Ever wondered what influences teens' decisions to undergo gender-affirming surgery? A thorough look into the topic reveals that family, religion, and healthcare providers play significant roles. Let's dive in! First, family support is a big deal. Acceptance and encouragement from parents and siblin
Ever wondered how weight-loss surgery influences family planning? In Switzerland, bariatric healthcare pros were quizzed about their views on reproductive health after these surgeries. The big question: how does morbid obesity and the weight loss journey affect fertility, pregnancy results, and birt
You've probably heard about the Patient Activation Measure (PAM), a popular tool used globally to gauge how involved patients are in their healthcare. A recent study in Italy focused on the Italian version of the PAM, known as PAM13-I, to see how well it works among patients undergoing elective surg
Meet Bibi Bugatti, a social media influencer who has spent a whopping $333, 000 on plastic surgery in just three years. Her journey started at 17 with lip fillers and Botox, and since then, she's had multiple procedures. Unfortunately, one of these procedures almost cost her life; she couldn't breat
