Top 6 ways to avoid malpractice

For many physicians, no matter their specialty, the one thing that keeps them up at night is fear of medical malpractice lawsuits. Here are six of the top ways to avoid medical malpractice lawsuits. » More

Thermage ® Total Tip: Lift your Practice

Listen to Board Certified Dermatologist Vic Narurkar, MD explain the science behind the new Thermage Total Tip's immediate visible and long-term results. The Thermage Total Tip treatment non-invasively helps smooth, contour and remodel skin in a single treatment with no downtime.

FDA approves Botox for crow's feet

The Food and Drug Administration has approved Botox (onabotulinumtoxinA, Allergan) for the temporary improvement of moderate-to-severe lateral canthal lines. » More

PLASTIC SURGERY EQUIPMENT/PRACTICE FOR SALE

After 41 years of practice in Pacific Northwest I have retired for health reasons. In AAAA certified C facility that I own I have all kind of plastic surgery equipment/surgery instruments for sale, e.g. rhino set, aug. set, facelift instruments,fibro-optic retractors,lipo machine and cannulas and monitoring equipment etc., etc. If interested in buying any surgical instruments/equipment or the practice please contact me at 360 573 8663 or email at manjitbrar@comcast.net.

How to handle consent

Informed consent is a critical element of a strong physician-patient relationship. It is both a legal requirement and an ethical obligation that supports the physician in the face of litigation and protects the patient's autonomy in the decision-making process. » More

Cynosure Cellulaze/triplex/Smartlipo Machine

Practically new- only used twice. Being sold due to possible retirement. Free training session available. For sale for thousands under new unit price. Purchase price $115,000, with almost all accessories. Please contact plasticsurgerysf@yahoo.com

Postop complications significant predictor for readmissions

Postoperative complications are the most significant predictor for readmissions following plastic surgery procedures, according to a recent study. » More

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