Orthopedic Associates of Meadville

Orthopedic Associates of Meadville has been helping patients for over 43 years and we would like to welcome you to our website!  We hope you find our website helpful when searching for information about our practice and your healthcare needs.

Our patients are very important to us and we want you to have the best possible experience while you are under our care.  We are confident that you will find our five fellowship trained surgeons, physician assistants, and staff dedicated to providing quality patient care.  We look forward to serving you.

For more information navigate the below link:

http://www.oamortho.com/index.html

Nepean and Macquarie Urology Centres

Dr Raymond Ko
Complex Stone Disease
Laser & Endourologist

Dr Raymond Ko is a Urological Surgeon with a busy practice specializing in the minimally invasive treatment of kidney stone disease. He specializes in treating complex stone conditions such as staghorn calculi, cystine stones, stones refractory to shock-wave lithotripsy, and recurrent kidney stones.

Dr Ko graduated with first class honours from The University of Sydney Medical School in 1995, and was awarded The Robert Craig Prize in Surgery. He underwent general surgical and urology training in Australia, leading to Specialist qualifications from the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. He furthered his training overseas specifically in minimally invasive stone surgery and medical prevention of stone disease at the University of Western Ontario in Canada. He is only one of very few urologists in Australia who is certified by the Endourological Society as having met the requirements from an internationally credentialed stone centre for the treatment of urinary stone disease.

His scientific research in the treatment of kidney stone disease have resulted in major international awards. He was awarded 1st Prize at the World Congress of Endourology held in Mexico 2007 for the best basic science paper, 1st Prize at the 2008 American Urological Association Meeting in Florida for Best New Investigator, and the Alban Gee Prize for the Best Scientific Poster presentation in Hong Kong at the 2008 Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand national conference. He has also published extensively in international peer-reviewed journals on the techniques relating to minimally invasive treatments of kidney stones, and is an invited journal reviewer for the British Journal of Urology International and the Cochrane Renal Group.

Dr Ko's main clinical interests' focus is on minimally invasive surgery in treating all types of urinary stone disease, including percutaneous nephrolithotomy, ureteroscopy, laser stone surgery, and shock wave lithotripsy.

In addition, Dr Ko maintains an interest in general urology, prosthetic urology and laparoscopy.

To know more about Dr Raymond Ko please click below links.

http://www.macquarieurology.com.au

Psychologist Sydney - Jacqueline Saad & Associates

Counselling provides us with an opportunity to engage in reflective process of our emotional needs, re-establish direction and balance in our daily lives. We help adolescents and adults manage mental health issues including ADHD, depression andanxiety. We work with individuals committed to achieving mental wealth using proven scientific approaches that draw from latest techniques in neuroscience and psychology. The Jacqueline Saad & Associates Experience- What to Expect What you get is a personable, approachable, accepting Psychologist who understands your world, makes you feel at ease and empowered to make change. You get a support system that guides you through your personal growth within a secure, non-judgemental environment. Jacqueline Saad & Associates' professional counsellors are located in the Sydney CBD. Medicare rebate available to individuals referred from their General Practitioner under the Medicare Benefits Scheme. Contact Jacqueline Saad & Associates today on (02) 9222 3222 to receive experienced & qualified counselling services from a team of registered psychologists in Sydney CBD and surrounding suburbs. Our Process The Jacqueline Saad & Associates assessment process takes a multifactor approach to mental health. We conduct a diagnostic interview in your initial consultation where the focus is on your concerns/issues and what you may wish to address or change. We can then formulate a tailored strategy to provide you with the tools to create positive outcomes. Depending on your needs, therapy can be short-term solution focussed or longer term to manage challenging problems. We use a combination of therapeutic interventions including cognitive behavioural therapy, solution focused therapy, and schema based therapy, neuropsychotherapy and cognitive training. Therapy Outcome: Increased self-esteem and reduced sense of failure Gain understanding of your brain and how it can change itself Get back the life you deserve and feel happy again Learn skills to manage daily stress that life may throw your way Get the latest techniques on offer from neuroscience and psychology Create and maintain healthy relationships Gain overall balance in your mental and emotional well being For more information navigate the below link: http://www.jacquelinesaad.com.au/

Raymond B. Raven III, M.D. Hand & Upper Extremity Surgeon, California

Dr. Raven is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with subspecialty fellowship training in Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery. He has a Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in both Surgery of the Hand andOrthopaedic Sports Medicine- one of only a few surgeons in California with this distinction. Dr. Raven is a general partner of Orthopaedic Surgery Specialists, where his practice focuses on the management of musculoskeletal and neurovascular conditions of the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand in children and adults. He is an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine where he teaches residents anatomy and state-of-the-art surgical techniques. Surgeons throughout the greater Los Angeles area frequently refer patients to Dr. Raven to correct complications from failed surgeries.

Dr. Raven was born and raised in San Jose, California. He completed his undergraduate education at the University of California, Irvine, where he studied molecular biology and biochemistry. Dr. Raven is a graduate of one of our country's top medical schools, the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). After graduating in the top of his class, he trained under leaders in the field of Orthopaedic trauma, hand surgery and reconstructive limb surgery, also at UCSF.

During residency, Dr. Raven spent time in South Africa where he volunteered as a trauma and reconstructive surgeon in the small village of Umtata (where Nelson Mandela was born). Following residency, Dr. Raven traveled to Europe where he studied complex conditions of the wrist and hand at the 'Institut Kaplan' in Barcelona, Spain. After returning to the United States, Dr. Raven studied pediatric and congenital surgery of the upper limb at the Texas Scottish Rite Children’s Hospital in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Raven completed his fellowship training in Manhattan at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital, Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons, where he mastered state of the art techniques in Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery.

Dr. Raven is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and an active member of both the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH) and the American Association for Hand Surgery (AAHS). He currently serveson several committees for the ASSH and was chosen as one of the “Young Leaders” in Hand Surgery. Dr. Ravenhas published clinical research in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national meetings. He has designed proprietary orthopaedic devices used internationally for the treatment of hand and wrist fractures. Dr. Raven stays up to date on the latest research and orthopaedic break throughs by attending several professional conferences and lectures each year.

Dr. Raven has special interest in arthroscopic surgery of the elbow, wrist and hand. He is well known and regarded for his expertise in the treatment of arthritis involving the base of the thumb (basal joint arthritis), and received advanced fellowship training where the standard of care for this condition was established.

Conditions Dr. Raven treats:

• Upper extremity trauma, bone fractures and ligament injuries
• Sports related injuries in children and adults
• Chronic injuries and failed surgeries
• Nerve, blood vessel and tendon injuries
• Arthritis conditions

Procedures Dr. Raven routinely performs:

• Arthroscopic and 'minimally invasive' surgery of the elbow, wrist and hand
• Bone fracture surgery and ligament repair
• Microsurgery (nerve and small vessel repair)
• Joint replacement and arthritis surgery of the elbow, wrist and hand
• Reconstructive surgery of the elbow, wrist and hand

To know more about Raymond B. Raven III, M.D. please click below links:

http://www.losangeleshand.com/

Health Economic Advisors,

Health Economic Advisors

Established in 2007, Health Economic Advisors is a premier national healthcare-consulting firm. We provide Hospitals and Physicians with strategy solutions, developed around service line profitability. Our Health Economic strategic guidance, web-based solutions and comprehensive implementation and management will help guide facilities through an ever-changing healthcare environment.

According to the Health Care Advisory Board Best Practice for Creating a High-Performance Service Line Infrastructure

Hospitals are forced to focus their efforts on a smaller number of service offerings to achieve profitable growth and gain competitive advantage. In prioritizing service lines, the need to balance financial and market-related metrics with more qualitative assessments is required. The goal is differentiate in niche areas and/or reconfigure the service line to improve performance.

Health Economic Advisors specialize in surgical service line program development. Our Advisors are available to analyze, recommend and implement best practices to develop your programs for optimal customer service, efficient patient flow, and to maximize financial stability.

For more information navigate the link below:

http://www.healtheconomicadvisors.com/

Sydney Bone and Joint Clinic, NSW

Sydney Bone and Joint Clinic

Sydney Bone & Joint Clinic is a purpose built facility servicing Liverpool and South West Sydney.

This may very well be your first visit to our website, and we would like to acquaint you with information on common conditions and procedures in orthopedics.

Our website features interactive presentations on Hip anatomy, Knee anatomy, Total Hip Replacement (THR), Total Knee Replacement (TKR), Hip Resurfacing, Knee Arthroscopy, Anterior Cruciate ligament ACL Reconstruction, Unicondylar (Uni compartmental) Knee Replacement, Revision Hip Replacement, Revision Knee Replacement and much more.

The information in this website is provided to reinforce the advice you receive from your own doctors and is not intended to replace discussions with your doctor.

We hope you find the website useful and informative. Thank you for visiting us.

Who is an Orthopaedic Surgeon?

An orthopedic surgeon is a doctor who specializes in the surgical and non-surgical treatment of diseases, disorders, and injuries (including fractures of the skeletal system: spine, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and peripheral nerves.

Sydney Bone & Joint Clinic

"The essence of providing the best care for an individual is not always measured by ones surgical prowess, although that is important. It involves a holistic, positive and supportive approach in the management of often long term conditions. This practice prides itself on, not only doing a surgical procedure to the highest standard, but also forming a respectful and supportive relationship that in many cases lasts decades."

Our Mission

To improve the quality of life of our patients through the relief of pain and the prevention or correction of deformity.

Objectives

• Treat joint pain with superior surgical techniques and high level of patient satisfaction.
• Improve quality of life for patients who suffer from joint diseases and disorders.
• Pursue advances in joint replacement techniques and adult orthopaedic disorders through training programs and research.

For more information click on the below link:

http://www.sydneyboneandjoint.com.au/

Milwaukee Orthopaedic Group, Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee Orthopaedic Group History

The history of Milwaukee Orthopaedic Group began in 1961 when three highly respected orthopaedic surgeons joined together to form Stone, Kagen, and Jacobs S.C.. This was historically significant as they formed the first medical corporation in the State of Wisconsin. As the practice grew, they were the first practice in the state to have groups of 3, 4, and 5 orthopaedic surgeons practicing together. Since the beginning, the group has maintained its central office in the downtown Milwaukee area. The evolving group decided to amend its name to Milwaukee Orthopaedic Group Ltd. in 1970. Four years later they moved into their current location at 1218 West Kilbourn Avenue, adjacent to Aurora Sinai Hospital.

Joseph R. Stone M.D. retired in 1986 after 40 years of practice. He now resides in Florida and still volunteers his medical expertise at clinics for the underserved. Louis Kagen M.D. retired in 1989 after completing 37 years of service. Unfortunately he has since passed on.

Paul A. Jacobs M.D. was one of the partner from the original founders. His orthopaedic practice included the unique combination of sports medicine, general orthopaedics, and orthopaedic oncology. Dr. Jacobs, before retiring had been joined by 6 other orthopaedic surgeons in the Milwaukee Orthopaedic Group: Drs. Sullivan (1979), Wartinbee (1982), Davies (1988), Gertel (1989), Heinrich (1994), and Gordon (2003).

Throughout the history of the group, they have been involved in research, and pride themselves in being current on cutting edge technology. The group is currently involved in significant studies involving joint replacement surgeries, and anti-coagulation medicines needed after major surgeries. Careful, scrutinizing consideration is taken before asking any of our patients to participate in these national studies.

Milwaukee Orthopaedic Group Limited has been affiliated with major professional sports teams, college and high school teams. Beginning in 1970 with Dr. Jacobs, and the partners in the group served as Team Physiciansfor the Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club until 1996. They have also been affiliated with the Milwaukee Wave. The physicians currently are Team Physicians for the Milwaukee Bucks Basketball Team, Marquette University Athletics, and the Badgerland Striders Running Club. The group continues to maintain a strong affiliation with the local high school programs.

Our future goals are to continue to provide the best orthopaedic care possible. This is especially important to our group as we rely mainly on physician and patient referrals. We plan to continue to utilize to the fullest the specialized post-residency training of our surgeons in Sports Medicine and Joint Replacement surgery as well as general orthopaedics. We would also like to continue our involvement in the community through our commitments with high school, college and professional sports teams.

For more information navigate the below link:

http://www.milwaukeeorthopaedics.com

Circle of Care Institute of Weight Control Baulkham Hills NSW

Circle of Care Institute of Weight Control


At Circle of Care our doctors are dedicated to acheiving excellent outcomes for our patients, keeping patients at ease and assisting our patients in making the right decision for them. Our surgeons offer an initial bulk billed (Medicare) appointment to discuss your options for weight loss surgery, call our office to find out more on 02 9639 1033 or email: nsw@circleofcare.com.au

Our Surgeons

Dr Roy Brancatisano MBBS, FRACS View profile

Dr Brendan J Ryan MBBS, FRACS View profile

Obesity Physician and Research Director

Dr Anthony Brancatisano View profile

For more information navigate the below link:

http://www.circleofcare.com.au

Health Economic Advisors Summerfield, FL

Health Economic Advisors

Established in 2007, Health Economic Advisors is a premier national healthcare-consulting firm. We provide Hospitals and Physicians with strategy solutions, developed around service line profitability. Our Health Economic strategic guidance, web-based solutions and comprehensive implementation and management will help guide facilities through an ever-changing healthcare environment.

According to the Health Care Advisory Board Best Practice for Creating a High-Performance Service Line Infrastructure:www.advisory.com

Hospitals are forced to focus their efforts on a smaller number of service offerings to achieve profitable growth and gain competitive advantage. In prioritizing service lines, the need to balance financial and market-related metrics with more qualitative assessments is required. The goal is differentiate in niche areas and/or reconfigure the service line to improve performance.

Health Economic Advisors specialize in surgical service line program development. Our advisors are available to analyze, recommend and implement best practices to develop your programs for optimal customer service, efficient patient flow, and to maximize financial stability.

For further information click the below link:

http://www.healtheconomicadvisors.com

Sydney Bone and Joint Clinic, NSW

Sydney Bone and Joint Clinic

Sydney Bone & Joint Clinic is a purpose built facility servicing Liverpool and South West Sydney.
This may very well be your first visit to our website, and we would like to acquaint you with information on common conditions and procedures in orthopaedics.

Our website features interactive presentations on Hip anatomy, Knee anatomy, Total Hip Replacement (THR), Total Knee Replacement (TKR), Hip Resurfacing, Knee Arthroscopy, Anterior Cruciate ligament ACL Reconstruction, Unicondylar (Unicompartmental) Knee Replacement, Revision Hip Replacement, Revision Knee Replacement and much more.

The information in this website is provided to reinforce the advice you receive from your own doctors and is not intended to replace discussions with your doctor.

We hope you find the website useful and informative. Thank you for visiting us.

Who is an Orthopaedic Surgeon?

An orthopaedic surgeon is a doctor who specializes in the surgical and non-surgical treatment of diseases, disorders, and injuries (including fractures of the skeletal system: spine, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and peripheral nerves.

Sydney Bone & Joint Clinic

"The essence of providing the best care for an individual is not always measured by ones surgical prowess, although that is important. It involves a holistic, positive and supportive approach in the management of often long term conditions. This practice prides itself on, not only doing a surgical procedure to the highest standard, but also forming a respectful and supportive relationship that in many cases lasts decades."

Our Mission

To improve the quality of life of our patients through the relief of pain and the prevention or correction of deformity.

Objectives

• Treat joint pain with superior surgical techniques and high level of patient satisfaction.
• Improve quality of life for patients who suffer from joint diseases and disorders.
• Pursue advances in joint replacement techniques and adult orthopaedic disorders through training programs and research.

For More information navigate the link below:

http://www.sydneyboneandjoint.com.au.html

Stadium Imaging - MRI and X-ray Sydney

Stadium Imaging - MRI and X-ray

The Stadium Imaging opened its new MRI service in May 2009. The state-of-the-art high definition magnetic resonance system, the GE Signa® 1.5T HDe now provides doctors at The Stadium Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Centre with highly detailed images of anatomy and pathology. The MRI is complemented by our existing X-ray service.

The Stadium Imaging provides expert MRI scanning for musculoskeletal conditions, including those of the knee, hip, shoulder and ankle, as well as neurological investigations for conditions such as pituitary and acute stroke. The team of reporting radiologists led by Dr Phil Lucas has extensive musculoskeletal MRI experience.

Co-located with The Stadium Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Centre the new service completes our inclusive approach to the management of musculoskeletal conditions, enabling our doctors to provide a complete and immediate musculo-skeletal service to their patients, all under the one roof.

The MRI is unlicensed and available to all Doctors and Physiotherapists.

Appointments can be made by telephoning the centre on (02) 8323 6599.

For more information follow the below link:

http://www.stadiumimaging.com.au

Active Orthopaedic Centre Victoria

Active Orthopaedic Centre

Active Orthopaedic Centre is a specialty care centre for all your orthopaedic treatments, rehabilitation programs and orthopaedic care programs. We are happy to educate our patients about disease conditions, treatment options and other services available at our centre. This website is specially designed for our patients to have all the necessary information related to our practice.

For more information follow the link below:

http://www.activeorthopaedics.com.au/

CoolSculpting Center, Miami, FL

Welcome to Our CoolSculpting Center of Excellence!

Our practice has been chosen, among only a handful of practices from all over the United States, as a CoolSculpting Center of Excellence. We are the most experienced center in Florida and have performed the largest number of CoolSculpting treatments in all of the state.

Our practice is also affiliated with the Inventor of CoolSculpting, Dr. Dieter Manstein, MD, Ph.D., who continues his association with the Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Dermatology.

We are proud to have a center dedicated exclusively to the CoolSculpting procedure, with full time board certified dermatologists and registered nurses in charge of performing the evaluation and treatment of our patients.

We are also the center with the highest availability and competitiveness for this procedure. Our center counts with three separate machines and a total of nine CoolSculpting applicators. This allows us to provide treatment to the growing number of patients who opt to have CoolSculpting as a completely non-invasive and effective method for permanent fat removal.

We invite you to come to our center for professional medical care and to receive a First Class CoolSculpting Experience!

CoolSculpting Miami: Non-Invasive Fat Reduction

February 2010: Bowes Dermatology Group is one of the first practices in the U.S. to offer CoolSculpting, a new, revolutionary, non-invasive method to battle the bulge. The procedure is based on the concept of Cryolipolysis, developed by Drs. Dieter Manstein and Rox Anderson at the Massachusetts General Hospital – Harvard Medical School.

What is the CoolSculpting Procedure?

The CoolSculpting Procedure is a new, non-invasive way to gently and effectively reduce fat in targeted areas of your body, resulting in noticeable, natural-looking fat reduction in the treated areas. What makes the CoolSculpting Procedure different is its advanced cooling technology that targets and eliminates fat cells. Unlike traditional invasive surgical procedures, the CoolSculpting Procedure is non-invasive, with no needles and no incisions. There is no need for anesthesia and there is no recovery time. The procedure is performed in a medical office, under the supervision of a physician specializing in cosmetic procedures. The CoolSculpting Procedure for non-invasive fat layer reduction is available in the U.S, Canada, the European Union and other international markets. The CoolSculpting device is also cleared by the FDA in the United States fornon-invasive fat layer reduction.

How does the CoolSculpting Procedure work?

The CoolSculpting Procedure works by means of a scientific principle called "Cryolipolysis™ invented by Drs. Manstein and Anderson at Harvard Medical School." During the procedure, a non-invasive applicator delivers precisely controlled cooling to target and eliminate fat cells in specific areas of your body. When fat cells are exposed to cooling during the CoolSculpting Procedure, it triggers a process of natural removal, which gradually reduces the thickness of the fat layer. The result is a reduction in fat bulges that is visible in most patients in two to four months.

Is there downtime after the CoolSculpting Procedure?

There could be mild bruising in some patients, but there is no recovery time after the Procedure. You may resume your normal activities on the same day as your procedure, including work and exercise.

Will I benefit from additional CoolSculpting Procedures?

A follow-up visit should be scheduled with your doctor two to four months after your procedure to assess your cosmetic improvement and consider whether you can achieve greater fat reduction from additional CoolSculpting Procedures.

Am I a good candidate for the CoolSculpting Procedure?

Ideal candidates for the CoolSculpting Procedure are within their normal range of body weight, but have fat bulges that are not easily reduced through diet and exercise. They are seeking spot reduction for specific areas of fat, but are not considering a surgical procedure. The CoolSculpting Procedure is not a way to lose weight or treat obesity, and it is not a substitute for invasive methods like liposuction. During a consultation, your doctor can talk with you about whether you are a good candidate for the CoolSculpting Procedure.

The CoolSculpting Process

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The CoolSculpting Process

In a comfortable suite, the patient's area of excess fat is examined.

The area of excess fatty tissue is measured, to determine which CoolSculpting applicatior to use.

The selected area of treatment is marked prior to the placement of the applicator.

A gel pad is prepared for application on the skin, prior to placement of the applicator.

Placement of CoolSculpting applicator for non-invasive fat removal.

Patient comfortably undergoing non-invasive fat removal with CoolSculpting.

Leisure reading in the CoolSculpting suite.

Patient enjoying a movie while undergoing CoolSculpting.

For more information navigate the below link:
http://www.coolslim.com

Gastrointestinal & Bariatric Surgeon, London

Mr. Andrew Jenkinson
Gastrointestinal & Bariatric Surgeon

Mr Andrew Jenkinson is a consultant surgeon with advanced training and expertise in laparoscopic, or keyhole, surgery.

He works privately at the world renowned London Clinic on Harley Street and also for the NHS, at the prestigious University College London Hospital (UCLH).

Current Positions

• Surgical Lead at The Centre for Weight Loss, Metabolic and Endocrine Surgery UCLH
• Head of Quality and Safely (Clinical Governance) GI Services UCLH
• Chairman of Bariatric Development at The London Clinic
• Founder and Director of The London Bariatric Group

Mr Jenkinson has had extensive training in laparoscopic (keyhole) surgical techniques in London, Europe and America. He has performed over 2,000 procedures to date. He currently carries out approximately 100 laparoscopic hernia operations and a similar number of gallbladder procedures per year. He has a specialist interest in the laparoscopic treatment of sports hernia (Gilmore’s groin).

His training in bariatric, or obesity, surgery conforms with the criteria required by The British Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society (BOMBS). He provides the full range of obesity surgery procedures, including gastric bypass, gastric band, sleeve gastrectomy and revisional bariatric surgery. He performs approximately 200 weight loss procedures per year. He has a reputation for performing extremely safe surgery with a very low complication rate and a zero mortality rate. He has been nominated as the lead clinician for quality and safety (governance) in GI surgery at UCH.

In 2010 Mr Jenkinson founded The London Bariatric Group to help provide patients with a world class weight loss surgery service in London. He works with a strong team of allied health professionals to help patients before, during and after surgery. The service provides long term personal follow up which is essential to maintain the excellent results of surgery.

In 1999 Mr Jenkinson completed a Masters research thesis on the effectiveness of keyhole surgery in the treatment of acid reflux, which causes heartburn. He has subsequently published extensively in the scientific literature and has presented at national and international meetings. He continues his interests in research and development by sitting on the BOMBS sub-commities for Emerging Technologies and Education.

For more information follow the link below:

http://www.laparoscopicconsultant.co.uk.html