A reader recently sent me the following question when discussing calcaneus fractures and treatment. “Dr. Silverman, I had calcaneus fracture 5 months ago and my heel is somewhat deformed. In your opinion, how long should I wait to do the reconstruction operation or arthrodesis?” With so much pressure exerted on our heels on a daily basis, […]
Quick Medical Checklist Can Reduce Hospital Errors
Just the other day on out blog we featured the American Medical Association’s response to criticism that the association did little to reduce the number of preventable errors in a medical setting. Today, we’re hearing about a medical resident who has developed a checklist that appears to reduce errors and improve communication when handing a patient […]
The Importance of a Second Opinion Before Surgery
When you’re tasked with a major life decision like purchasing a home or picking a college to attend, you look around and examine all your options before making a decision. So why don’t we do the same when it comes to surgery? A lot of people seek out a second opinion prior to surgery, but […]
Reigning Triple Crown Winner Cabrera Dealing With Bone Spur
Detroit Tigers superstar and 2013 Triple Crown winner Miguel Cabrera is dealing with a bone spur in his right ankle, which could cause him to miss time during a crucial set of September games. The Tigers currently sit 0.5 games back of the second Wild Card spot and 2 games back of the AL Central […]
Ankle Replacement Can Get You Back On Your Feet
According to a report by ABC 30 in California, more than 50 million Americans are affected by some form of arthritis. Roughly 10 percent, or 5 million of those individuals suffer from arthritis of the ankle. Arthritis of the ankle can cause a variety of different symptoms, including: Pain, both while standing and in non-weightbearing […]
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