Undergoing cosmetic surgery is a significant decision that requires careful consideration, not only in selecting the right procedure and surgeon but also in preparing for the recovery period ahead.

Work relative value units (wRVUs) correlate with operative duration of common surgical procedures. Reimbursement for physicians depending on wRVUs is fair for commonly performed surgeries. Objectives: ...

In nearly 60 years, heart transplantation has transformed from a daring vision to an established surgical procedure. Since the first adult heart transplant in the United States was performed at ...

Dr. Kristy Hamilton has opened a new plastic surgery center on Bissonnet Street. Hamilton’s new clinic features three operating rooms, where she performs breast augmentations, liposuction, facelifts ...

The reimbursement rates for many ASC procedures have benefited and will benefit under the new Medicare payment system. One such procedure seeing a noticeable reimbursement boost is endoscopy with ...

A new surgical procedure, cervical lymphatico-venous bypass, has shown to improve symptoms for those with mild to moderate ...

There are several surgical treatments for myopia, including LASIK and PRK. Each procedure comes with its own risks and benefits. Myopia — better known as nearsightedness — is a common condition that ...

Treatment options for farsightedness include glasses, contact lenses, and numerous surgical procedures that vary in effectiveness. Farsightedness, also known as “hyperopia,” is one of the most common ...

Medical Microinstruments launched its Symani Surgical System to assist in microsurgical procedures. This robotic system enables surgeons to perform some of the most difficult surgeries with greater ...

Advanced Urology completes 250 outpatient robotic procedures — same-day surgery, no hospital stay, by Atlanta's top ...

Kootenai Health is upgrading to the da Vinci 5, the most advanced robotic surgical system in the region. The new technology ...

New research from St. Michael's hospital found patients from the lowest-income areas in Ontario had a 43% higher chance of dying within 30 days of surgery compared to those from the highest-income ...