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ELECTIVE SURGERY  

This is based on my experience and saved me, at least for the time being from un-needed surgery. Maybe it can help you too.

If you're considering breast reduction surgery, you may be filled with questions and doubts about whether the procedure is right for you. I admit, I was skeptical about having the procedure, although I often considered it during my 20s and 30s.

How to prepare your cat and home for surgery. What to ask your vetrinarian and how should you handle your cat's surgery.

Stuff in the news, 9/8/07

My experience with PRK eye surgery. This being Part IV, I discuss the ten days after the eye surgery and beyond.

One Person's Journey and Decision to Have or Not to Have Weight Loss Surgery

Total joint replacement is one of the most predictable and sucessful procedures performed today, but there are a few things to know bfore you have it done.

Don't be a plastic surgery victim - take these important steps before you commit to a doctor or a cosmetic procedure!

This article focuses on the positives and negatives of cosmetic surgery.

Millions of cigarette smokers undergo elective surgery each year. Quitting smoking before surgery greatly improves how well they recover from surgery. The scheduling of surgery is an excellent opportunity to quit smoking.

Sarah Afshar talks with Dr. Shervin Naderi about life, beauty, and plastic surgery.

Is Lasik Surgery for me? How do I choose a Lasik Surgeon?

Stephanie Kuleba was an 18-year-old high school senior from who was had a reaction to anesthesia as she underwent breast surgery to correct an inverted nipple and uneven breasts.

A lot of people are attracted to cheap surgery abroad either because they lack insurance or because there is a long wait list for the needed surgery in their own country. But is surgery abroad for anyone and everyone?

Before you or your loved one has surgery that requires a blood transfusion, think twice. Researchers believe that blood transfusions may increase the risk of developing complications after surgery.

Plastic Surgeons should be certified by ABPS, after completing requirements. Two kinds of plastic surgeries: Reconstructive & Cosmetic. Considerations before deciding to proceed upon any surgery. Different reasons why people undergo plastic surgery.

consider setting up an appointment with a Oklahoma City Lasik Eye Surgery provider today.

This procedure is still fairly new but has a great success rate

For individuals who suffer from acute cholecystitis, cholecystectomy surgery may not be beneficial.

One of the options in solving the question of how to get rid of man breasts is through surgery. Let's take a closer look at what gynecomastia surgery will entail and what you can expect from it.

Having outpatient surgery?There are a few things you need to understand before the big day arrives.Be prepared by following all physician instructions and facility procedures ahead of time.This will increase the chance of a favorable outcome.

Advice on how to prepare for Hip Replacement surgery as well as recover from it and tips on what I learned from my first replacement . Therapy, alternative medicine, allergies, exercise, consultation are discussed.

If you knew you were at high risk for breast cancer, even if you didn't currently have it, would you consider an elective mastectomy to prevent breast cancer?

This article will offer tips on six questions to ask a doctor before surgery.

It seems that everyone who has Lasik surgery believes everyone else should get it done immediately. One surgery does not fit all.

Are you considering an elective c-section? Please read this article about the risks before you sign away your rights.

You've finally found it, the cure for the pain that's plagued you for months. It sounds so promising, even easy. But do you really need this surgery?

The city of Berkley, CA is debating whether or not to offer sexual reassignement surgery as part of the health plan for city employees

A rhytidectomy, commonly called a face lift, is derived from the Latin word rhytid, which refers to wrinkles, and the suffix ectomy, referring to the removal of. The origins of this procedure can be traced back to the 20th century

Plastic surgery is more common and accessible today than ever. Breast augmentation has become one of the most popular procedures because large breasts are highly valued in today's society.

No surgical procedure is risk free, but fortunately, in the hands of a skilled surgeon, complications are seldom and usually correctable. Your plastic surgeon can and should do several things to reduce your chances of unwanted results

Looking for an alternative treatment for your depression? Migraine headaches? Or chronic fatigue syndrome?

With the growing trend of online reality programming appearing in thousands of households each week it is not surprising that ultimate body makeovers are being included as well.

Many women are now faced with the choice of having a c-section when its not necessary.

Americans who gripe about health care becoming unaffordable to many can take some solace in this. Falling numbers of state dentists in England has led to some people taking extreme measures, including extracting their own teeth.

A description of the hospital course of a typical total knee replacement patient.

According to the American Red Cross, every two seconds someone in America needs blood. Yet only 5 percent of eligible Americans a year actually donate blood.

Congress passed the biggest expansion of health care in 40 years, guaranteeing health care to millions of uninsured children. But I believe we can do far better than this.

The ever-rising costs of health insurance premiums may give you pause, and have you toying with the idea of just doing without it. This is all the more tempting if you are healthy. Here are the top five reasons why you must consider getting or keeping your health insurance.

Hundreds of men and women visit Smartlipo treatment centers each year seeking ways to remove stubborn areas of fat. Are you one of them?

James Bond villains may have frequently put Agent 007 underneath a laser or other interesting torture device. More people increasingly are turning to operations involving the device invented in the 1950s to correct things from nearsightedness to cataracts.

Whether the source is a registered Content Producer or not, some comments on AC articles are unacceptable.

L.A.S.I.K. is simply an convenient abbreviation for "Laser-Assisted inSItu Keratomileusis

Informative medical article on the history of HRT

The best candidates of LASIK are those who are age eighteen or older and have basically healthy eyes but want be free of the need to wear glasses.

The procedure itself is done on an out-patient basis and takes just about 30 minutes; recovery time is rarely more than three days.

The Toxic Media Environment Uses Stigma and Shame to Sell Products.

While some politicians and concerned citizens publicly question the increasing social costs of the war, another costly and potentially dangerous issue lurks in the background.

My grandmother used to tease me all the time that I would end up getting all of the things that she copes with everyday. I never thought she was right, but unfortunately I have been diagnosed with diverticulitis. What is diverticulitis you ask...

There are many differences in terms used and educational practices in the USA and Australia. Our health system is even more different, with greater provision for the poorest members of our society. This article gives lots of information about the differences.

The losing end of an argument

This article details a life of living with a rare disease and facial disfigurement and the psychological and social effects

Organ donation is a vital need. You can donate both deceased and living organs.

This article explains the process and pitfalls of donating your vehicle to two San Diego charities.

A Massachusetts prisoner, unsure of which restroom he/she belongs in, keeps the state and psych. and experts busy in court testifying whether the state should pay for a sex change. What do you think?

A woman goes to her doctor and says, "Doc, I'm going crazy. You got to get this kid out of me now!" The doctor reluctantly says that he'll see what he can do. The parents, elated that they will finally get to see their precious baby soon gets ready.

Hip Replacement is one of the mostbeneficial operations you can have. It will stop your pain and allow you to pursue a fairly active new life. Therapy is essential to a perfect recovery and exercise will help too.

IMPLANON contraceptive implant is flexible rod (1.5 inch long) containing progestogenic, providing protection against pregnancy in two ways, for a duration of three years. Advisable Information, recommendations, side effects & reasons which prevent usage.

Recent findings from studies have found that circumcision may in deed have a medical benefit. The benefit being that circumcision can reduce a man's chances of catching HIV by up to 60 percent.

New studies in South Africa and Kenya show circumcision reduces risk for HIV by 60%. Is it ethical to circumcise all male babies?

This is a brief look at circumcision aimed at getting new parents to look into it and research the topic, so that they can make an informed decision for their children.

Medical tourism is the practice of visiting a foreign country to save money on health care treatment. It's a common practice in many parts of the world. But how many Americans are taking advantage?

Spotlighting a high profile case, the question remains is should taxpayers pay for inmates' sex changes?

Have you been considering a breast reduction? I had one in 2004 as a birthday gift to myself (courtesy of my health insurance), and I'm SO glad I did. I'm only 5'2" and I went from a lugging around DDD/F's to a perky C/D cup.

Is there really any difference between being circumcised and uncircumcised? What are the health benefits of circumcision. Is it dangerous to be uncircumcised? This article answers these questions and helps soon-to-be parents make an informed decision.

With more and more corporations adding select foreign hospitals as Preferred Providers to their employees' health insurance plans, with little information, it remains difficult for patients to make informed decisions on surgery halfway around the world.

Offering an overview of gastroduodenostomy, an elective procedure that often is performed on stomach cancer patients who have undergone gastrectomy.

Medical travel, also called medical tourism, can provide a wide variety of treatments and surgeries. The procedures offered do include the well-known choices of plastic and bariatric surgeries. However, they also go beyond those options that we hear about most often.

The good news is that Los Angeles Surgery Costs can be as low as $1000 per eye. In addition, your Los Angeles Lasik MD's office will most likely be able to set you up with very low-cost, extended financing.

Stephanie Kuleba is the eighteen-year-old student who died suddenly after undergoing elective breast surgery, her family created a memorial web site that paints the imagine of a very special young woman.

Varicose veins can be diagnosed from their symptoms, but it is usually their physical characteristics that make them very visible.

Most patients that I see in my practice really don't clearly understand what a cataract is. I will attempt to explain this in a user-friendly way.

This is a series of articles on safety in medical care today. The nurse shortage is no longer front page news but it is still here and going to get worse. Your health at risk.

Many people are now traveling overseas to have surgery performed and are savings as much as 75% on the cost of their operations.

Pregnant woman should take the risks of labor induction into consideration, especially with elective labor induction.

Surgery isn't the first or even the last thing that comes to mind when you think tourism and vice versa. As misnomered as it may sound, but surgical tourism is what is happening in the health care industry today.

Nearly one in every three babies born in the United States today is born via Cesarean. There are several reasons for this increase. A major reason for increased cesareans is due to the amount of elective repeat cesareans.

Holiday time happens to be when a high percentage of people get sick and needs to be hospitalized and need surgery. Cheerful gifts bring them comfort.

The trend hit Britain first and now is quickly becoming a latest beauty/fashion trend in the United States. Elective Genitoplasty; also known as the 'designer vagina'.

Temporomandibular joint arthroscopy has revolutionized TMJ surgery. This article discusses the history and techniques of TMJ arthroscopy.

How to recognize the symptoms of childbirth fear, and how to dispel it.

An examination of how our births are adversely affected by obstetricians and needless interventions.

I expected to find an array of pros and cons on the subject of declawing my cats, but soon discovered there are not many pros to this procedure.

Medical costs keep rising. The more healthcare organizations spend on avoidable expenses, the more dangerous they are for you.

Scientists in the United Kingdom surveyed 220 people who underwent a sex change operation.

A breakthrough therapy that is a non-invasive procedure for the relief and cure of chronic and severe low back pain due to bulging discs, herniated discs or ruptured and protruding discs of the lower back.

Why the rate of Cesarean sections has gone up and what professionals are saying about it.

There are several differences between the two techniques, and it helps to have all of the information before you choose between Smartlipo and liposuction.

In the fight against fat, two terms are heard more frequently today than ever: liposuction and Lipodissolve. The number of people who swear by the latter methodology is steadily increasing. What do they know that you might not?

When buying a new car or even a small inexpensive object, you probably refer to a buying guide or try to find out what others who have bought the product in the past are saying about it to make smart shopping decisions.

Discusses what factors influence the surgical decision

Dictionary.com defines outsourcing as "a practice used by different companies to reduce costs by transferring portions of work to outside suppliers rather than completing it internally".

Today, a great portion of our country is populated by military families. The remaining portion consists of the civilian population, without whom, the military would not be needed.

This is an article based on my knowledge of my friend's Smart Lipo procedure.

Today, cheap yet world-class surgeries are just a flight away. But the deluge of information available out there can overwhelm anybody. So, here is a quick guide to medical tourism to answer most of your questions about the phenomenon.

An increasing number of people from post-industrialized nations are choosing to travel internationally to receive medical treatments. The reasons for this emerging phenomenon are varied.

For many women, following cesarean section, scar tissue development leads to adhesions and a lifetime of complications. This is an overview of the complications associated with adhesions.

It is possible to save money on your Kentucky State income taxes by taking full advantage of your allowed tax deductions.

Doctor suggesting surgury? Read this before you sign the consent form.