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August 28, 2007
This coud ne a Panora's Box
Analysis of: New Medicare Regulations Adopted To Reduce Certain Hospital Infections And Medical Errors | www.medicalnewstoday.com
Author: Michael Bain, Plastic and Reconstructive Physician, Michael A Bain, MD
If a patient gets a bedsore, who pays for it? Most importantly, what does this mean to KCI and the other wound companies? Where will it end?
Keith DenklerAugust 13, 2007
Xiaflex will dramatically replace surgery
Analysis of: The Journal of Hand Surgery Publishes Initial Phase III Data on Xiaflex (formerly known as AA4500), Auxilium's Investigational Treatment for Patients with Dupuytren's Contracture | pharmalive.com
Author: Keith Denkler, Associate Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SAN FRANCISCO
The efficacy of Xiaflex to not only open up the bent fingers of Dupuytren's, but its ability to diminish recurrence will dramatically decrease surgery rate for Dupuytren's. 
July 30, 2007
They have improved, but they are not the holy grail
Analysis of: Recurrence of Spider Angiomas After Laser Treatment | dermatology.jwatch.org
Author: Michael Bain, Plastic and Reconstructive Physician, Michael A Bain, MD
Lasers are better than they were 10 years ago.  Especially for vascular lesions; however, they are not all purpose machines that can do everything, as evidenced by new ones every year.
July 19, 2007
Sculptra: proceed with caution
Analysis of: Sculptra(TM), new cosmetic dermatology treatment, creates long-lasting, natural-looking results | www.newswire.ca
Author: GLG Expert Contributor
I was trained on the use of New-fill in London about 5 years ago. My impression then was of a rather complicated to use product, compared to the existing fillers in the market like Hyaluronic Acid.
July 12, 2007
I would love it
Analysis of: Norwegian hacker says he can bypass AT&T on iPhone | today.reuters.com
Author: Michael Bain, Plastic and Reconstructive Physician, Michael A Bain, MD
It would be great to get an unlocked i-phone...
Adam SchaffnerJuly 2, 2007
Surgeons need to Protect Themselves and Their Patients
Analysis of: Study Finds Many Injuries to Surgeons Go Unreported | www.nytimes.com
Author: Adam Schaffner, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, The Detroit Medical Center
All necessary precautions need to be taken to prevent injury or exposure to infectious fluids/materials.  It is of paramount importance that surgeons understand that failure to obtain proper diagnosis or treatment after suffering injury or infectious exposure not only places themselves at risk,...
Adam SchaffnerJune 22, 2007
Unfortunate - but not shocking
Analysis of: Humana, UnitedHealth Suspend Some Health Plans After Complaints | www.bloomberg.com
Author: Adam Schaffner, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, The Detroit Medical Center
The health insurance industry has, as its primary focus, making money - not taking care of patients.  Therefore, it is not suprising to learn that health insurance plans have misled individuals, most notably the elderly, into enrolling in plans which were not in their best interest.  It is...
Keith DenklerJune 20, 2007
Strattice™ Opens up the Cosmetic Market
Analysis of: Lifecell Corporation receives 510(k) clearance for tissue repair product | www.pipelinereview.com
Author: Keith Denkler, Associate Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SAN FRANCISCO
Alloderm™  is a human donor product. Strattice™ is porcine and using Strattice™ for cosmetic uses opens up new promotional possibilities.
Adam SchaffnerJune 4, 2007
Laser liposuction - not worth the risk...just yet
Analysis of: Cosmetic surgeons aim lasers to melt away fat | www.app.com
Author: Adam Schaffner, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, The Detroit Medical Center
Laser liposuction is a new technology which has not, in my opinion, yet been proven to be superior to conventional liposuction.  The potential benefit of less bruising and swelling following "laser liposuction" is outweighed, in my opinion, by the risk of the patient incurring burns from the laser. ...
Adam SchaffnerJune 4, 2007
Men Mandate Maintenance and Makeovers to Maintain Marketability
Analysis of: Men Fill Face, Modify Midsection with Cosmetic Plastic Surgery | www.plasticsurgery.org
Author: Adam Schaffner, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, The Detroit Medical Center
Men are frequently taking advantage of advances in facial rejuvenation.  They desire to maintain a youth appearance to outwardly reflect an energy and cutting edge image that is vital to maintaining one's marketablility in a competitive workforce.  They frequently enjoy the benefits of BOTOX...

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