The small but medically important field of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBO) remains a source of interest and confusion. HBO is the use of pressurized oxygen to heal a very specific list of injuries or conditions. The length and number of treatments depends on the condition and its severity.
Posted on 5/16/2012 10:26:06 AM
In the past, every time Josh lost weight he'd gain it back plus some. He had severe sleep apnea, hypertension, back pains and his quality of life suffered. He made a New Year's resolution to lose weight and keep it off. He attended an information session to learn about bariatric surgery and the rest is history. After bariatric surgery, Josh's quality of life has improved dramatically. Read Josh's story from his point of view.
Posted on 5/14/2012 2:57:34 PM
As the population matures, cataract surgery will continue to be one of the most common, safest and most beneficial surgeries performed. It is now a routine 30 minute procedure done in an outpatient facility.
Posted on 5/7/2012 3:15:49 PM
Learn about MyFitnessPal, a free mobile app that can help you keep track of your daily food and fluid intake as well as your exercise and other daily activities.
Posted on 5/3/2012 5:17:26 PM
As a physician caring for seriously ill, hospitalized patients, each day I witness family members’ angst, second-guessing and guilt as they try to decide how to best honor their loved one’s wishes.
Posted on 4/30/2012 12:50:47 PM