Videos
Computer Imaging And Robotics In MIS
April 8, 2010 6:55 am | CommentsMinimally invasive surgery takes advantage of advances in computer imaging and robotics to provide effective surgical cancer treatment with a much smaller impact on the patient. Robotic surgery systems consist of one or more robotic arms, precisely controlled by surgeons seated at a console, which enlarges 3-D views of the surgery site.
SILS Sleeve Gastrectomy
April 1, 2010 7:32 am | CommentsThe first ever Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery for Sleeve Gastrectomy performed in Asia. Team CODS under the guidance of Dr. M.
Surgery By Flashlight
April 1, 2010 7:29 am | CommentsAn OR team performs surgery in Haiti using flashlights as lighting. Frequent power outages promote flashlights and headlamps in the OR.
Teenage Gastric Bypass Surgery
April 1, 2010 7:29 am | CommentsChelsey, a teenager, undergoes gastric bypass surgery to help her with her weight problems.
New Single-Use High-Definition Endoscopy Camera
March 30, 2010 1:08 pm | CommentsEarlier this month, Dr. Steven Palter of Docinthemachine reported on his exclusive look at a new disposable HD endoscopic video camera made by Olive Medical out of Sandy, UT. According to the company, the camera has 1080p resolution and will cost around $300 once regulatory clearance has been obtained.
New Treatment Combines Proton Therapy With Whipple Procedure
March 25, 2010 5:43 am | CommentsAs part of a clinical trial combining proton therapy with the whipple procedure as a new treatment approach for pancreatic cancer, surgeon Carlos Fernandez del Castillo operates on a patient with pancreatic cancer at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH).
Woman Denied Lawsuit For 14-Year-Old Surgical Mistake
March 25, 2010 5:42 am | CommentsTexas law is keeping a woman from suing for damages from a 14-year-old surgical error in which a sponge was left in her body following surgery.
Blood Storage Duration & Adverse Outcomes
March 25, 2010 5:40 am | CommentsCleveland Clinic physicians conducted the largest blood storage duration study to date which found that heart surgery patients that received transfusions with blood that has been stored more than 14 days may experience more complications.
Atlanta Surgical Team Saves Lives In Haiti
March 18, 2010 7:14 am | CommentsDr. Alan Larsen, Dr. Maurice Goins and nurses Sonya, Chato and Eleanor spent a week performing numerous operations on earthquake victims in Haiti.
Robotic Hysterectomy
March 18, 2010 7:08 am | CommentsDr Herbert Gretz presents Robotic Surgery Series. Tools and Techniques: Left Pelvic Sidewall and Bladder Flap. Monopolar and Bipolar electrosurgery.
Hand Hygiene Video Contest Winner
March 18, 2010 7:06 am | Comments3M and AORN announced Billings Clinic as the winner for the "It's In Your Hands" Video Contest at the AORN Annual Congress in Denver, Colo.
Positioning With The Montgomery Knee Board
March 11, 2010 4:39 am | CommentsDesigned by Thomas J. Montgomery, MD for use in his practice, the Montgomery Knee Board is a well-leg holder for use in arthroscopic knee surgery. It is used for positioning of the non-operative leg. Consisting of a piece of flat, 1/2 inch polyethylene with rounded edges, the Montgomery Knee Board is intended for use with a foam pad in order to safely and comfortably immobilize the well-leg.
