Tag Archives: Surgeons

Optical imaging technology may help surgeons better treat cancer, brain diseases

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – A new tool for medical professionals may help shed more light on tumors in the body and how the brain operates. Purdue University researchers created technology that uses optical imaging to better help surgeons map out tumors in the body and help them understand how certain diseases affect activity in the brain.… Read More »

Orthopaedic surgeons on the common knee procedure that may cause more harm than good

—By Eric Bohm and Ivan Wong Nearly half of Canadians aged 65 and over experience osteoarthritis in their knees. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and occurs when the protective cartilage on the ends of bones wears down over time leading to pain, stiffness and decreased mobility. It frequently occurs in the hips… Read More »

Surgeons Are Joining The Freelance Revolution: Meet NASH

I’ve been watching the impact of the freelance revolution on the health professions, and curious to learn how physicians have responded.  And, it’s evident that medical professionals are part of the wave.  In this article, I’ll share a interesting example of surgical freelancing. But first some context.  The choice of terms for a medical freelancer… Read More »