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Since coming to South Nassau in 2007, Dr. Christine Hodyl has been a staunch advocate of breast cancer awareness initiatives and to promoting breast cancer screening and detection.

A recipient of the ACS CoC Outstanding Performance Award, Dr. Shahriyour Andaz is board-certified in both thoracic and general surgery and specializes in complex chest cancer procedures and robotic-assisted surgery.

Dr. Alexander Abkin was voted NJ TOP DOCS in Bariatric Surgery by New Jersey Monthly Magazine for a 6th Consecutive Year! (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 & 2012)

Dr. Alexander Abkin is proud to announce the relocation of JFK for Life's office in Edison.

Mr. Yedvab is responsible for enhancing relationships with existing physicians and other providers, growing new physician relationships and assisting in the development and implementation of innovative programs, strategies and partnerships.

AACS will be hosting the most extensive cadaver workshop in the Academy’s history. New & Established Techniques in Breast & Body Contouring will be held June 21-23 at the prestigious Practical Anatomy & Surgical Center at Saint Louis University.

Under Dr. Datta’s leadership, the Gertrude & Louis Feil Cancer Center has evolved into one of the Northeast corridor’s premiere providers of compassionate advanced cancer care.

Dr. Rajiv Datta, chair of the dept. of surgery and medical director of the Gertrude & Louis Feil Cancer Center at South Nassau Communities Hospital, was cited by the AAPIQLI for his leadership, accomplishments and excellence as a cancer surgeon.

This month marks the debut of the first fully digital online version of the American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery (AJCS). The December online issue of the redesigned journal with more interactive content will be complimentary to a global audience.

The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS) officially launched the AACS Job Board. The AACS Job Board represents a first in the field of cosmetic and plastic surgery, featuring unique functionality and benefits to both job seekers and employers.

Pink rocked the runway in Riverside at Loma Linda University's “Pink Runway 2011 Breast Cancer Awareness Fashion Show” put on by the Department of Plastic Surgery. Breast cancer survivors who have had reconstruction sported fashions from Macy's.

Twin Cities Community Hospital Introduces Three New Doctors including a Family Practitioner, Orthopedic Surgeon and General/Thoracic Surgeon all Welcoming New Patients

Cataracts is a clouding of the natural human lens and is the most common cause of impaired vision, they are highly treatable. In the US alone, 2 million cataract operations are performed each year, and are very successful in restoring vision.

The surgery was performed on a 63-year-old female patient who was an active smoker with a history of coughing up traces of blood, a common symptom of lung cancer.

Dr. Sharona Ross of Florida Hospital Tampa discusses her successful balance of work and family in an online parenting magazine.

Innovative Medical Products, a global leader in patient positioning, will introduce the De Mayo Ankle Distractor™ at the Connecticut Orthopaedic Society’s annual meeting

Since coming to South Nassau in 2007, Dr. Christine Hodyl has been a staunch advocate of breast cancer awareness initiatives and to promoting breast cancer screening and detection.

The team at Romanelli Cosmetic Surgery is happy to welcome Dr. Christine Blaine to its Long Island plastic surgery practice. In addition to cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Blaine has a strong background in biopsychology and trauma care.

Hear case studies from NATO Centre of Excellence for Military Medicine, Help for Heroes, Teva Pharmaceuticals, 201 Field Hospital plus many more at SMi Group's inaugural Battlefield Healthcare conference taking place in London on 11-12 February 2013.

Dr. Kevin M. Johnson, specializing in liposuction in Spokane, WA, is known as an "early adopter" of the non-invasive body contouring method called CoolSculpting® by ZELTIQ®.

A recipient of the ACS CoC Outstanding Performance Award, Dr. Shahriyour Andaz is board-certified in both thoracic and general surgery and specializes in complex chest cancer procedures and robotic-assisted surgery.

Having successfully completed the required comprehensive oral and written examinations, G. Daxton Steele, M.D., of OrthoWilmington, PA has achieved certification in the medical specialty of orthopaedics by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Dr. Alexander Abkin was voted NJ TOP DOCS in Bariatric Surgery by New Jersey Monthly Magazine for a 6th Consecutive Year! (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 & 2012)

Dr. Alexander Abkin is proud to announce the relocation of JFK for Life's office in Edison.

Mr. Yedvab is responsible for enhancing relationships with existing physicians and other providers, growing new physician relationships and assisting in the development and implementation of innovative programs, strategies and partnerships.

Which is Ideal for Cosmetic Surgery? The question is one to consider when you or a loved one is considering an invasive procedure.

AACS will be hosting the most extensive cadaver workshop in the Academy’s history. New & Established Techniques in Breast & Body Contouring will be held June 21-23 at the prestigious Practical Anatomy & Surgical Center at Saint Louis University.

Under Dr. Datta’s leadership, the Gertrude & Louis Feil Cancer Center has evolved into one of the Northeast corridor’s premiere providers of compassionate advanced cancer care.

For over 25 years, AACS has remained the leader in high-quality, cutting-edge education for medical professionals worldwide in all areas of cosmetic surgery. Call for papers is open through May 31 to present at the 2013 Annual Scientific Meeting.

Dr. William Evans, Facial Aesthetic Surgeon, Joins OMFS Dept. at University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry

The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery's new online continuing medical education repository for doctors provides a central online solution for AACS members to view their Academy CMEs and also log their CMEs from other non-AACS educational events.

New York City Specialist William D. Suggs, M.D. Joins the White Plains Hospital Family

Orthopedic surgeon from Human Motion Institute at Raritan Bay Medical Center provides warm up guidelines for golfers.

Matthew R. Schulman, M.D. board certified plastic surgeon and Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine has introduced a new method of breast augmentation using Botulinum Toxin, or Botox.

Gerald Edds, MD, FACS, has been named President of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS). Dr. Edds was officially inducted at the AACS 28th Annual Scientific Meeting in Las Vegas.

The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS) announced its highest attendance in the Academy’s history with more than 700 medical professionals at its 28th Annual Scientific Meeting.

Trees Understood, one of the leading tree surgery companies in Brighton, has carried out several challenging and complex jobs in recent months, with one particularly demanding assignment drawing attention to the dangers associated with the business.

Dr. Rajiv Datta, chair of the dept. of surgery and medical director of the Gertrude & Louis Feil Cancer Center at South Nassau Communities Hospital, was cited by the AAPIQLI for his leadership, accomplishments and excellence as a cancer surgeon.

Ocean County Medical Society(OCMS) awards twin physicians Vince Moss and Vance Moss the 2011 Distinguished Service Award.

Keeping up with all the mounting scientific literature that is published is difficult. OrthoEvidence was developed to simplify this task for you while providing you with the best evidence in orthopaedics!

This month marks the debut of the first fully digital online version of the American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery (AJCS). The December online issue of the redesigned journal with more interactive content will be complimentary to a global audience.

The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS) officially launched the AACS Job Board. The AACS Job Board represents a first in the field of cosmetic and plastic surgery, featuring unique functionality and benefits to both job seekers and employers.

A Portales-based hospital committed to excellence teams up with a web design company to seek patients in the online realm.

Hand surgeon Dr. Ivan Olarte brings his passion for treating hand pain incuding carpal tunnel, tendon repair and fingertip injuries to the Florida Hand Center.

Pink rocked the runway in Riverside at Loma Linda University's “Pink Runway 2011 Breast Cancer Awareness Fashion Show” put on by the Department of Plastic Surgery. Breast cancer survivors who have had reconstruction sported fashions from Macy's.

Twin Cities Community Hospital Introduces Three New Doctors including a Family Practitioner, Orthopedic Surgeon and General/Thoracic Surgeon all Welcoming New Patients

Cataracts is a clouding of the natural human lens and is the most common cause of impaired vision, they are highly treatable. In the US alone, 2 million cataract operations are performed each year, and are very successful in restoring vision.

Greensboro Orthopaedics, a 14 provider practice in North Carolina, has successfully gone live with SurgiMate ESRM

The surgery was performed on a 63-year-old female patient who was an active smoker with a history of coughing up traces of blood, a common symptom of lung cancer.

Many people may experience problems with dangerous trees surrounding their properties but may not know what to do to help make them safe.

Hospital Ordered To Pay Surgeon More Than $6 million

Best Doctors in America list represents top five percent of doctors in U.S.

With The Health Care Debate In America At The Forefront, Prominent Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Alvin Reiter, Has Written a Thought-Provoking Book and Has Given An Urgent Wake-up Call

Vietnam Surgeon and Purple Heart Recipient, Dr. James O. Finnegan, Pens Memoir About His Time in Khe Sanh Called “In the Company of Marines”

Endovascular repair of abdominal aneurysms involves making a relatively small incision in the area of both sides of the groin and placing a stent graft inside the bulging area of the aorta to create a new pathway for blood flow.

Dr. Hilton Becker is the inventor of Spectra, the first adjustable aesthetic breast implant, which is considered ideal for women with breast asymmetry.

Back pain: Dr. Kenneth Light says “Artificial disc replacement is the single greatest advancement in spine surgery in the past 50 years. The implants are an attempt to fix complicated back problems without resorting to spinal fusion.”

Robotic-assisted lung cancer surgery is most often performed on patients diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer, and studies prove that it is safe and effective.

The center’s shoulder specialists have extensive training and experience in diagnosing and repairing all shoulder injuries. This includes instability, impingement, rotator cuff or labrum tears, recurrent dislocations and frozen shoulder.

Sibley Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce the appointment of Mary C. Dupont, M.D., FACS as the director of its Center for Pelvic Floor Disorders. Dr. Dupont joined Sibley on November 1, 2010.

Elizabeth Warner, MD, a general surgeon and cancer liaison physician with Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC), has earned a fellowship from the American College of Surgeons (ACS).

A recent study from Florida (Dermatol. Surg. 2008; 34:285-91) suggests that office based surgery is safe when performed by dermatologists. The study looked at 10 years of complication and death reports from Florida and 6 years from Alabama.

Additional grooves eliminate necessity to move patient into a precise orientation on the base plate, making it easier for OR personnel to ensure patient stability during hip surgery

The 2010 edition of CityView Magazine ranks Dr. Tom Gallaher as among the best Knoxville plastic surgeons.