Posts Tagged“hospital”

How tennis players can maintain their strokes by staying injury-free From Grand Slam tournaments to recreational leagues, tennis players are feeling the strain after their matches. You might think that tennis elbow is the most likely injury for the serve-and-volley set — but it’s no match for more common afflictions. Sixty-seven percent of tennis-related injuries involve the lower extremities, according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS). The jarring nature of tennis, with its intermittent stops and starts, can be devastating on the hips, knees, feet and ankles. To keep tennis players on the court, the AAOS tosses up these…

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Tips from nurse anesthetists Moms and dads will naturally get anxious if their child needs a surgical procedure. That’s why the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists put together a guide for parents on how to ease their fears and make the process as easy as possible for the child. START STRONG • When parents remain calm, their little ones take the cue. The best way to reduce anxiety all around is to have a clear understanding of what to expect. • Talk to the surgeon, without your child present, to get all the information you need and your questions answered. • Find out…

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Dr. Sean Boutros has been a practicing plastic and reconstructive surgeon for approximately 10 years. He decided a career as a plastic surgeon was right for him because it allowed him to combine his passions for art and science. “Plastic surgery was, for me, the perfect blend of science, art and creativity,” Boutros said. “(It uses) the skills that I have and the things that I enjoy.” Now, working with general and breast health surgeons such as Dr. Jo Pollack, Boutros uses his artistic and surgical talents to help patients at Westside Surgical Hospital look great and feel good about…

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Westside Surgical Hospital is pleased to announce that construction has begun on the eagerly awaited breast center at the hospital. This landmark center will offer patients access to stereotactic breast biopsies, a 3D mammogram unit (breast tomosynthesis), 3D ultrasound, and bone density testing. This advanced imaging, combined with the hospital’s robust reconstructive surgery program sets the hospital apart and offers the ideal environment for early detection and treatment. Dr. Jay Shenaq will serve as the executive director for the center. Through the establishment of the breast center, an IVF lab will also open, under the direction of Dr. Michael Heard.…

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By Christian Richards, Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, Westside Surgical Hospital As printed in Medical Journal Houston As medical technology continues make advances, robotic surgery may soon become the preferred method for many spinal procedures. Robotic surgery allows physicians to use innovative technology to perform minimally invasive procedures that reduce pain and recovery times for patients and increases the accuracy in spinal surgery. Westside Surgical Hospital is a regional leader in robotic spine surgeries. In recognition of Westside Surgical Hospital’s commitment to robotic surgical procedures, the hospital has been chosen as a training center for Mazor Robotics Renaissance Guidance System,…

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Jim Witt, MBA, RN joined the leadership team at Westside Surgical Hospital as the chief administrative officer on May 5, 2014. Jim brings with him an abundance of healthcare and management experience. He was the president and CEO of Provena Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, Illinois and most recently served as chief operating officer at Memorial Hermann – Memorial City hospital. Jim holds a master degree in business administration and a bachelor of science degree in nursing. He is a Fellow with the American College of Healthcare Executives. “I’m excited to join the Westside Surgical Hospital leadership team at this…

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May 22, 2014 – Former U.S. Figure Skating team member, Sophia LaMay, is excited to get back to figure skating after Renaissance Spine Surgery with Dr. Neil Badlani at Westside Surgical Hospital in Houston, Texas. Native Houstonian LaMay began ice skating when she was just two years old and when she was in high school she was ranked second in the nation. But over a year ago, a stress fracture to her spine put a break on her skaing career. After her recent spine surgery, she’s now back on the ice.

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HOUSTON, Texas, February 18, 2014 — Westside Surgical Hospital today announces that is has achieved national accreditation from DNV Healthcare, the only hospital accreditation program approved by the US Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) that integrates the ISO 9001 Quality Management System with the Medicare Conditions of Participation. DNV’s NIAHOR accreditation program requires hospitals to evaluate the continuum of patient care throughout its facilities and take measured steps to improve when it is warranted. DNV accreditation is awarded after the entire hospital staff and work processes are surveyed by auditors from DNV to ensure that the facility meets…

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