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Pause or Keep RAS Inhibitors Before Surgery? Take Your Pick.

β€” Either choice is "acceptable" based on randomized study

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Tennis Players at U.S. Open Say Their Mental and Physical Health Are Ignored

Athletes blame new rules, more tournaments, and an offseason that is too short

Aug 29, 2024
Liveyon CEO Convicted in Stem Cell Scheme That Sickened Many

20 patients became ill after receiving contaminated umbilical cord stem cell products

Aug 28, 2024
Dalai Lama's Surgery; New Surgeon General Advisory; Concerns Over Drinking Water

Health news and commentary gathered by ΔΎΉΟΦ±²₯ staff

Aug 28, 2024
Opinion
Medical Needs of Paralympic vs Olympic Athletes

The chief medical officer of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee discusses the differences

Aug 27, 2024
Dalai Lama's Surgery; New Surgeon General Advisory; Concerns Over Drinking Water

Health news and commentary gathered by ΔΎΉΟΦ±²₯ staff

Opinion
Medical Needs of Paralympic vs Olympic Athletes

The chief medical officer of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee discusses the differences

Orthopedics Case Studies

The Case of the Lost Fingertip

Was conservative management the right choice?

A photo composite of a womans hand with her third finger tip severed

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Counseling for PAD Walking Issues Might Hold Cardiovascular Benefit

Quality-of-life improvement could explain the reduction in MACE, trial analysis suggests

Aug 22, 2024
A photo of a pedometer registering 135 steps taken.
Make the Diagnosis: Can You Diagnose This Painful, Tingling Lesion?

A 55-year-old man visited his doctor for a growth that developed on his right leg, at the site of previous surgery, 2 months prior. Can you diagnose the patient?

Aug 20, 2024
Photo of a lesion on a man's leg
Opinion
What It's Like Providing Care for Mental Health at the Olympics

Jessica Bartley, PsyD, talks about her approach to keeping Olympians mentally fit

Aug 18, 2024
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Opinion
Life as an Olympic Doctor

An orthopedic surgeon on the best thing she's ever done and how you can get involved

Aug 16, 2024
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FDA Warns Against Smelling Salts

Agency says products are being used as energy boosters

Aug 12, 2024
A photo of Skull Smash ammonia inhalant products.
Study: Hand OA May Affect Tendons Too

But clinical importance remains uncertain

Aug 08, 2024
 A computer rendering of the palmar face of the hand and its contents: median nerve, tendons, radial artery.
Poor Physical Function Likely the Main Reason for Higher Fracture Risk in T2D

Skeletal characteristics may not be to blame among older women

Aug 06, 2024
An x-ray image of a total hip arthroplasty.
Olympic Athletes Fall Ill After Swim in the Seine: Is Water Quality to Blame?

Infectious disease expert cautions against drawing conclusions from anecdotes

Aug 05, 2024
 A photo of competitors swimming in the Seine river during the women’s triathlon event.
Doctor Reacts to Olympic Injuries

Torn ligaments, dislocated elbows, and more

Aug 01, 2024
The YouTube thumbnail with Mikhail Varshavski, DO, a photo of an Olympic diver hitting his head, and the words SKULL DAMAGE?
Senate Hearing on Noncompete Agreements Gets Contentious

Sen. John Kennedy spars with orthopedic surgeon who fought to leave his practice

Jul 31, 2024
 A screenshot of Senator John Kennedy speaking during this hearing.
Make the Diagnosis: There are Lots of Clues, but Can You Make the Diagnosis?

A 68-year-old man presented to the doctor with complaints of right shoulder pain, joint stiffness, and decreased range of motion that developed over the last 2 months. Can you diagnose the patient?

Jul 30, 2024
Superior migration of humeral head
Meet the Doctor Behind Team USA Swimming

A Q&A ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris

Jul 25, 2024
 A photo of the USA Swimming team.
A 'Day Off' in the Life of a Spine Surgeon

Join Antonio Webb, MD, for his day off as he battles insurance, gets an MRI, and more

Jul 25, 2024
The YouTube thumbnail for this video with a man lying on an MRI machine and the words: DAY IN THE LIFE
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