Birmingham Archives

Caseloads, Not Age, May Be Best Predictor of Surgical Skill

Mar 05, 2007 at 02:16 pm by steve

Is there an age at which older surgeons — hampered by the physical laws of diminishing returns — should turn in their scalpel? Conversely, if you were looking.... Read More

TruFUSE Facet Fusion Allografts

Mar 05, 2007 at 02:13 pm by steve

30 million Americans will suffer from a back problem this year, with low back pain second in frequency only to the common cold. Facet joint disorders are among the most common.... Read More

Communicating Care

Mar 05, 2007 at 01:50 pm by steve

On a recent morning in early February, Lahui Lan Lin, a Mandarin Chinese-speaking patient in the mother-baby unit at UAB Hospital, was sitting in her room, waiting to be disch.... Read More

Remote Monitoring Offers Patients Peace of Mind

Mar 05, 2007 at 01:46 pm by steve

Patients suffering from heart failure or ventricular fibrillation can have greater peace of mind about their health condition thanks to a new technology that allows remote wir.... Read More

The Impact of New Democratic Majorities on Healthcare Policy

Feb 12, 2007 at 02:47 pm by steve

January 2007 brought a sea change to Washington. New Democratic majorities in both the Senate and the House will result in significantly different healthcare policies and prio.... Read More