Innovations
Laugh through labor? Nitrous oxide makes comeback
A “retro” form of pain control is making a comeback in the United States: nitrous oxide, often known as laughing…
Shared decision-making: It’s no longer ‘doctor knows best’
Does this sound familiar? You go to the doctor. They diagnose you and tell you what the treatment will be….
Neck surgery with shorter recovery, better range of motion
For many years, the gold standard for surgical treatment of certain painful neck conditions has been a procedure called anterior…
How smartphones and apps are changing emergency department care
A mainstay of the “Star Trek” TV and movie franchise is the medical tricorder. This versatile piece of technology allows…
‘GPS’ improves knee and hip replacement outcomes
When you get new tires on your car, it’s important that they are balanced and in alignment. This will keep…
How stem cells and skin grafts are shaping the future of burn care
I’m never content with the same old burn treatments. I love pushing the envelope and learning new and better ways…