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Pre-op chemo or upfront surgery in colon cancer: Is one strategy best?

"Optimal regimens and ideal patients remain undefined," experts say ...
Becker's ASC

How can pre and postoperative procedures cut costs and prevent pain? Claiborne Medical Center applies innovative protocol

Tazewell, Tenn.-based Claiborne Medical Center is one of only 21 hospitals in the state to use the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery protocol, which acts as an alternative to opioid use for ...
Herald & Review

Dr. Roach: Redundant pre-op procedures may be avoidable

Dear Dr. Roach: Many of our local doctors insist on pre-procedure office visits prior to one-morning outpatient procedures such as rotator cuff surgery, colonoscopy and endoscopy. Since I receive ...
Sun Sentinel

Pre-gastric bypass surgery test uncovers woman’s cancer

In the past five months, the pain has receded in Rachel Sandridge’s back. Her legs aren’t so sore and she has a lot more energy. Her clothes have dropped by 10 sizes, and her life expectancy has ...
The St. Augustine Record

To your good health: Redundant pre-op procedures may be avoidable

DEAR DR. ROACH: Many of our local doctors insist on pre-procedure office visits prior to one-morning outpatient procedures such as rotator cuff surgery, colonoscopy and endoscopy. Since I receive ...