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See the First Photos of Geena Davis on 'Grey's Anatomy' (Exclusive)

Posted: Published on August 26th, 2014

ABC's Grey's Anatomy is poised to welcome the former commander in chief. Geena Davis has boarded ABC's Grey's Anatomyand The Hollywood Reporter has the first look at the Oscar winner (The Accidental Tourist) making her rounds through Grey Sloan Memorial. Little is known about Davis' role other than that the Thelma & Louise alum will have a major recurring arc in season 11 as a surgeon at the hospital previously known as Seattle Grace. Below, Davis' character makes her Grey's Anatomy debut in the season 11 premiere, "I Must Have Lost It on the Wind," which takes its title from Elton John's song of the same name. Judging from the photos below, Davis' character could be connected to Callie (Sara Ramirez) and Arizona (Jessica Capshaw). Ahead of Davis' casting, showrunner Shonda Rhimes told THR that season 11 will explore Callie and Arizona's relationship and the couple's bid to expand their family by way of surrogacy. "It's going to be revealed very quickly that it is a Band-Aid," she said. "It's going to open up the opportunity for them to finally explore everything that's wrong and whether or not they should be together at all or whether or not they want … Continue reading →

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Healthcare in the Time of Grey's Anatomy

Posted: Published on August 26th, 2014

How medical television shows have shaped people's perceptions of doctors and diseases Eric McCandless/ABC It is hard to overemphasize how much I loved Greys Anatomy in high school. I loved it superstitiously. Due to a weird set of coincidences, I truly believed that if Greys Anatomy wasnt new that week, I would have a bad week. At the time, it aired on Sunday nights, and I took it as an omen. I would show up to school Monday morning filled with dread after a rerun. I dont blame Shonda Rhimes for my misfortunes anymore. But hours (or, more accurately, probably days) of watchingGrey's, Scrubs,and other medical TV shows has still shaped my life, if research is any indication.Several studies have shown that people who watch a lot of medical shows are more likely to believe certain things about doctors, and about healthcare. Admittedly, these medical shows provide a skewed image of the healthcare system at best. Surely no hospital has had as many romantic pairings as the doctors on Greys (whose 11th season starts next month), and I have to imagine bedpan racing in the workplace is frowned upon. Though you might think that people are perfectly capable of separating … Continue reading →

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Two case reports of rare stiff person syndrome

Posted: Published on August 26th, 2014

PUBLIC RELEASE DATE: 25-Aug-2014 Contact: Paddy Moore padmoore@ohri.ca 613-737-8899 x73687 The JAMA Network Journals Bottom Line: Two female patients achieved clinical remission from the rare, debilitating neurological disease called stiff person syndrome (SPS, which can be marked by a "tin soldier" gait) after an autologous (from your own body) stem cell transplant that eventually allowed them to return to work and regain their previous functioning. Author: Sheilagh Sanders, M.D., of the University of Ottawa, Canada, and colleagues. Background: SPS is a disease characterized by stiffness of the skeletal muscles, painful muscle spasms and, in severe cases, the disease can prevent movement and walking. Autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (auto-HSCT) has been used to successfully treat patients with autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis and scleroderma, which are resistant to more conventional treatment. A regimen of high-dose chemotherapy and antilymphocyte antibodies rid the body of diseased immune cells (immunoablation) before the immune system is regenerated with auto-HSCs. About the Care Report: The Ottawa Hospital Blood and Marrow Transplant Program performed immunoablation and auto-HSCT on the two women with severe SPS based on a regimen used for multiple sclerosis. Results: One of the women was diagnosed in 2005 at age 48 after … Continue reading →

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Playboy models' 'oval-shaped, vertically-oriented' navels are the ideal, say plastic surgeons

Posted: Published on August 26th, 2014

Surgeons at the University of Singapore's Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine analyzed images of 37 Playboy Playmates (really) to assess the ideal length, shape and position of the navel The ideal length is 5per cent of the length from the lower breastbone to the lower part of the vulvar cleft, and the 'hood,' or flap, is very small By Erin Clements for MailOnline Published: 11:34 EST, 25 August 2014 | Updated: 13:22 EST, 25 August 2014 88 shares 60 View comments The perfect belly button is oval-shaped and vertically-oriented, according to the results of new research from a group of plastic surgeons. Surgeons at the University of Singapore's Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, whose research was published in ASJ,analyzed images of 37 Playboy Playmates (really) to assess the ideal length, shape and position of the navel. With the help of a computerized tool called an 'Aesthetic Analyzer', they established that a perfect belly button has a ratio of 46:54, and a midline horizontal position. Navel gazing: Do Playboy Playmates such as Kennedy Summers have the ideal belly button? Surgeons at the University of Singapore analyzed images of 37 Playmates for a new study More here: Playboy models' 'oval-shaped, … Continue reading →

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Aesthetic Surgery Journal Ranked Most Influential Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal in 2014 Thomson Reuters Journal …

Posted: Published on August 26th, 2014

New York, NY (PRWEB) August 26, 2014 The Aesthetic Surgery Journal (ASJ), a peer-reviewed international journal focusing on scientific developments and clinical techniques in aesthetic surgery, was recently ranked the number one journal in aesthetic plastic surgery and second in plastic surgery overall, with an Impact Factor of 2.034 according to the 2014 Thomson Reuters Journal Citation Reports. ASJ is the official publication of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). The Journal Citation Report rankings measure the Impact Factor, the average number of times articles from the journal published in the past two years have been cited. Since 1975, the Impact Factor has been relied upon as an indicator of professional journal relevance and importance. The Aesthetic Surgery Journal was first indexed with the Thomson Reuters Journal Citation Report in 2011. The impact factor growth over just a few short years reflects the expertise of our editorial team, the discerning selection of content published in 2011 and 2012 and the high quality of the research continuously being submitted by leaders in the field of aesthetic plastic surgery said Foad Nahai, MD, editor-in-chief of the Aesthetic Surgery Journal. With ASJ becoming more influential in the aesthetic surgery field, our … Continue reading →

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Dr. Paul Gerarchi Showcased in Vogue

Posted: Published on August 26th, 2014

Sydney, Australia (PRWEB) August 26, 2014 Dr. Paul Gerarchi is honoured to be a part of Vogues bi-annual cosmetic issue released July 14. Featured for his extensive experience with facelift, rhinoplasty, and eyelid rejuvenation procedures, Dr. Gerarchi is considered one of Sydneys top cosmetic providers. His innovative contributions to aesthetic medicine earned Dr. Gerarchi his spot in this coveted space. Vogues bi-annual Guide to Cosmetic Enhancement highlights the very best anti-aging procedures and products available in Australia today. The renowned publications goal is to provide an all-encompassing guide for the potential patient. This edition includes sections on male plastic surgery, cosmetic acupuncture, and cosmetic surgery tourisms, as well as the top skincare products as suggested by the countrys best clinicians. The elite physicians chosen by Vogue are recognised for consistently bringing their patients anti-aging results, in a safe and comfortable environment. Dr. Gerarchi is well known for his personalised approach to aesthetic medicine, tailoring each procedure around the individual patients unique needs and desires. Cosmetic surgery isnt for everybody, but the people who do make the decision to go ahead with it (will see) their results are often far more than just physical, he explains. In 2008, Dr. Paul Gerarchi … Continue reading →

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Dr. David Ellis and the Art of Facial Surgery Announces the Availability of Juvederm Volift With Lidocaine

Posted: Published on August 26th, 2014

Toronto, ON (PRWEB) August 25, 2014 Dr. David Ellis of the Art of Facial Surgery is among the first doctors in the Toronto Area to offer Juvederm Volift with Lidocaine. This is the latest addition to the family of Juvederm products of dermal fillers promising to lift, revitalize and define the faces natural contours. Dr. Ellis is pleased to bring JuvedermVolift to Toronto and allow clients to experience the difference that European patients are already enjoying. Juvederm Volift is already receiving accolades in Europe, for the ability to smooth deep wrinkles as it refreshes and restores the faces natural contours. Juvederm Volift is the perfect partner for Dr. Ellis and the Art of Facial Surgery whose team works to deliver, in a warm and caring environment, the best outcome for patients with the latest state of the art technology. Juvederm Volift is a hyaluronic acid, a protein that occurs naturally in the body. The addition of Lidocaine, a local anesthetic, makes the treatment very comfortable for the patient. Designed specifically for facial contouring; it is particularly effective on nasolabial folds, also known as smile lines. Juvederm Volift offers results lasting up to fifteen months. New Juvederm Volift with lidocaine uses … Continue reading →

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Stem cells for sports injuries; gastric bypass and the gut biome

Posted: Published on August 26th, 2014

Q: My daughter plays college soccer and ruptured her ACL. The coaches mentioned stem cell injections that some big-name athletes have used to recover from injuries. Should we consider them? Paige R., Chicago A: Professional athletes are always looking for the fastest way to heal their injuries. In 2010, Yankees pitcher Bartolo Colon was treated for a torn rotator cuff with injections of fat and bone marrow adult stem cells; he's playing for the Mets this season. And in 2011, Denver Broncos' Peyton Manning opted for injections of his own fat stem cells to try to get over a neck injury. Two years later, he had a record-breaking season and took the Broncos to the Super Bowl. But does this mean the injections worked? Nope. Colon's agent attributes the pitcher's career turnaround to a re-dedication to the game, not the injections, and Manning followed up his stem cell treatment with major surgery and intense rehab (done in secret). There's just no solid evidence yet that injections of adult bone marrow (or fat) stem cells effectively regenerate and repair damaged tendons or ligaments, and you cannot be certain of what the injections contain or their side effects. They often are delivered … Continue reading →

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Rogue stem cell therapy operators charging thousands for ineffective treatments, researchers say

Posted: Published on August 26th, 2014

ABC Kellie van Meurs (3rd from R) died of a heart attack last month while receiving stem cell treatment in Moscow. Rogue operators in Australia and overseas are charging thousands of dollars for ineffectual stem cell treatments, a leading stem cell research group has warned. And Stem Cells Australia says there is a growing number of patients going overseas for stem cell treatments which are limited in Australia. A loophole in the therapeutic goods legislation means that doctors are legally allowed to treat patients, both here and overseas, with their own stem cells even if that treatment is unsafe or has not been proven effective through clinical trials. Stem Cells Australia believes that dozens of doctors in Australia offer the questionable treatments. "They're selling treatment without any proof of benefit, and without any proof of safety," Associate Professor Megan Munsie, a stem cell biologist at the University of Melbourne, told 7.30. Annie Leverington was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2007. She was once a talented flamenco dancer and worked as a court stenographer. But in 2002 she noticed something was wrong when her fingers started to "drop" during long trials. Then her feet started to go. Continue reading here: Rogue … Continue reading →

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Stem-cell transplant eases symptoms of rare stiff person syndrome: study

Posted: Published on August 26th, 2014

Canadian doctors have begun using stem cell transplants to treat stiff person syndrome, a rare neurological condition in which a patients leg and other muscles suddenly contract painfully, often leaving them immobilized like a tin soldier. The disorder, which affects an estimated one in a million people, occurs when the immune system turns against a persons own tissues, in this case attacking cells in the brain and spinal cord. Stem cell transplants have been used to treat patients with other auto-immune diseases, among them multiple sclerosis, scleroderma and Crohns disease, but this may be the first time the procedure has been employed to alleviate the symptoms of stiff person syndrome, or SPS, the researchers reported Monday in the journal JAMA Neurology. SPS is characterized by episodes of stiffness in the muscles and painful muscle spasms, which can be brought on by stress, loud noises or emotional distress. Some people with the disorder are so disabled they are unable to walk or move and may isolate themselves at home to avoid triggering an attack. Sometimes this happens when theyre startled, said Dr. Harry Atkins of the Blood and Marrow Transplant Program at the Ottawa Hospital, who headed a team that transplanted … Continue reading →

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