The Stitch

JUNE 17, 2024

Rebecca Haskin's determination to persevere and the expertise of her team of Baylor doctors led to positive outcomes. The post Determined patient alive and grateful thanks to Baylor doctors appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Radius Anesthesia

JUNE 17, 2024

Hysterectomy is one of the most common surgeries around the world and is indicated for both benign and malignant conditions. A simple hysterectomy typically involves removal of the uterus and cervix and is performed for benign reasons such as uterine fibroids, as well as for certain early-stage cervical and endometrial malignancies 5. A radical hysterectomy entails excision of surrounding structures such as the parametrium, upper vagina, and bilateral pelvic lymph nodes 4.

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Neurosurgery

JUNE 17, 2024

The Texas Medical Association Foundation (TMA Foundation) recently awarded neurosurgeon Mark J. Kubala, MD, FAANS(L) their highest honor, the Heart of Gold Award. The foundation presents the award to outstanding individuals who embody a “gold standard” of volunteerism and have made a measurable impact on the foundation’s mission through gifts and leadership.

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Penn Medicine

JUNE 17, 2024

Ashlee Rineer, who sought family planning with her wife Lauren, and Carly Albright Keller, who was battling infertility, celebrated being the first patients to welcome children through the new Penn Fertility practice in Lancaster.

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Triage Staffing

JUNE 17, 2024

You know when you’re on a plane and they’re going over the safety briefing? They always say to take care of yourself and put your own mask on before helping others. There’s a good reason for this while on the plane—if oxygen is required, you run the risk of losing consciousness and then you can’t help anyone. The same is true when you’re a healthcare traveler.

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Penn Medicine

JUNE 17, 2024

As a lifelong performer, Mattie Chaya Kimberly “Kimi” Klauser is accustomed to living in the stage lights. This year, she began enjoying life even more after facial feminization surgery, as part of her gender-affirming care.

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Picis

JUNE 17, 2024

Undergoing surgery can be a stressful experience. Unfamiliarity with the procedure, mountains of paperwork, and unanswered questions can leave patients feeling anxious and overwhelmed. Fortunately, the healthcare landscape is evolving, and digital health tools are emerging as powerful allies for patients navigating the surgical process. Taking Control: How Digital Tools Empower Patients Before Surgery Traditionally, pre-surgical education often involves static pamphlets and lengthy consultations

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