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Haneen Awada
Mar 9, 20243 min read
Improvements in Brain and Spinal Surgical Methods
The field of neurosurgery has seen significant changes in the last few years due to amazing progress made in surgical methods. From the...
Gianna Chandler
Mar 8, 20243 min read
What is Lymphedema?
Pictured: An edematous leg with erysipelas, a dermal skin infection. Lymphatic disruption is a major risk factor for this infection....
Dr Olasunkanmi Onifade
Mar 1, 20242 min read
Mind the Gap: The Burden of Orofacial Clefts
Orofacial clefts are congenital defects affecting thousands of children globally. It is estimated that 1 in 700 babies is born with...
Rachael Ng
Feb 10, 20243 min read
The Overlooked Colon Cancer
Introduction Colorectal cancer is not talked about enough and yet, it’s so commonly found in the human population today. According to...
andrew0326lee
Feb 6, 20243 min read
Artificial Angels: A Glance Into Robotic-Assisted Surgery
With the modern world advancing in multiple fields of healthcare, one prominent feature that we see is shifts in the way surgery is now...
nursejillllc
Dec 21, 20234 min read
They're going to cut me?!
So you’ve been told you need surgery. Now what? Here is a general overview of the first step of surgery: the consent. There are questions...
Vikramaditya Rai
Dec 4, 20233 min read
Knee Osteoarthritis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Arthritis is inflammation of a joint. The knee can be divided into three compartments: medial (inside), lateral (outside) and...
Sirisha Emani
Nov 1, 20233 min read
"The Evolution and Promise of Robotic Surgery: A Journey through Past, Present, and Future"
Abstract: Robotic surgery has come a long way since its inception in the early 2000s, evolving from a promising innovation to a pivotal...
Gianna Chandler
Oct 31, 20234 min read
Why Does Diabetes Lead to Limb Amputations?
Image Credit: https://pixabay.com/photos/foot-care-podiatry-treatment-feet-3557103/ The International Diabetes Federation estimated...
Jacob Quin
Oct 4, 20236 min read
Do We (K)need Surgery? How the CBLO Corrects Cruciate Ligament Deficiency in the Stifle
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructive surgery is one of the most common types of orthopedic surgery in humans, with an...
Merelin B
Oct 2, 20232 min read
Diverticular Disease: Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis
Diverticula are small pouches that bulge outwardly inside the colon/ digestive tract. The presence of diverticula is called Diverticulosis.
Gianna Chandler
Sep 30, 20232 min read
For Wound Healing, “Moisture Balance” is the Name of the Game
Upon suffering a minor injury, you might have been told to let your open wound “breathe” or “air out.” However, wound healing science...
Adhrith Vutukuri
Sep 22, 20232 min read
Why One Kidney Transplant Might Change the World
Introduction In the United States, the demand for critical kidney transplants has reached an unprecedented level and is expected to...
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