Wound Infection After Breast Surgery: Higher Than We Thought?
Hospital-Associated Costs Due to Surgical Site Infection After Breast SurgeryOlsen MA, Chu-Ongsakul S, Brandt KE, Dietz JR, Mayfield J, Fraser VJArch Surg. 2008;143:53-60 SummaryThe aim of this study, which was conducted in a single hospital, was to determine the frequency and associated costs arising from a surgical wound infection after breast surgery. During the study […]
New Protocol Reduces Risk for Thromboembolism
Rates of venous thromboembolism (VTE) dropped significantly at a large university medical center thanks to a new protocol that identifies high-risk patients, according to findings presented here at Hospital Medicine 2008, the annual meeting of the Society of Hospital Medicine.
A treatment strategy for NSCLC
Expert OpinionNasser Hanna, MDIndiana UniversityNasser Hanna, MD, is an assistant professor at Indiana University, medical director for their Thoracic Oncology Program, and chair of the thoracic committee for the Hoosier Oncology Group. Recently, WebMD spoke with Dr Hanna about the current treatment options in previously treated NSCLC, treatment decisions in this setting, and the role […]
Desicion about Health Care
Any decision you make about your health care is important–including deciding whether to use acupuncture. The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) has developed this fact sheet to provide you with information on acupuncture. It includes frequently asked questions, issues to consider, and a list of sources for further information. Terms that are […]
The Globalization of Acupuncture and TCM
Acupuncture TodayApril, 2007, Vol. 08, Issue 04 By Peter W. Crownfield, Executive Editor With Oprah and her worldwide audience learning about the benefits of acupuncture, is mainstream public acceptance far behind? "We're witnessing the globalization of medicine." With those simple words, Dr. Mehmet Oz may have brought acupuncture and Oriental medicine one step closer to […]
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What should I expect during my first visit?
During your first office visit, the practitioner may ask you at length about your health condition, lifestyle, and behavior. The practitioner will want to obtain a complete picture of your treatment needs and behaviors that may contribute to your condition. Inform the acupuncturist about all treatments or medications you are taking and all medical conditions […]
How much will acupuncture cost?
A practitioner should inform you about the estimated number of treatments needed and how much each will cost. If this information is not provided, ask for it. Treatment may take place over a few days or for several weeks or more. Physician acupuncturists may charge more than nonphysician practitioners.
