10 Ways to Remove a Facial Skin Lesion [VIDEO]

There are many different ways to remove a skin lesion from the facial region depending on location, size, and orientation. This video demonstrates the ten most popular techniques to remove a skin lesion. Shave Biopsy Fusiform Excision Rhomboid Flap Bilobed Flap Geometric Broken Line W-plasty Note Flap Z-plasty Rotation Flap Advancement Flap Most ENTs, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons are familiar with all these techniques.

9/21/2015 0

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Submental Intubation [video]

Holy moly... Never realized submental intubation was actually a procedure that really is performed. Check out this video (or watch below) showing a submental intubation being performed. First, an incision is created right below the jawline slightly off from midline. Dissection is bluntly carried right to the floor of the mouth under the tongue. The endotracheal tube is than grasped and pulled through this opening resulting in a submental intubation. Seems quick and elegant with minimal b…

10/30/2013 0

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Unhappy with Your Appointment Day/Time with your Doctor?

A common complaint for patients is how long it may take to get in to see a medical specialist. A new patient appointment may be 1-2 weeks away when an earlier appointment may be desired. What to do? Of course, one can call around to every single specialist office in the region to see who has the next earliest appointment. Other options which may work just as well include the following: • Do NOT limit yourself to a specific day of the week and time. Always use the phrase "the very…

8/24/2013 0

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Problem with Medical Protocols (and Lawsuits Because of Them)

Over the past decade working in hospitals, I've seen the proliferation of "established procedures and protocols" for literally everything under the sun... • Chest Pain Protocol • Discharge Protocol • Pneumonia Protocol • Stroke Protocol etc, etc, etc Protocols are essentially standing orders that are supposed to be implemented whenever a given medical situation occurs. It is supposed to follow best evidence-based practices and make it easy for healthcare personnel know w…

11/17/2012 0

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Surgical Time-Out, circa Year 2050

In the year 2050, surgical time-outs have reached a new level of safety to ensure the utmost care and risk reduction for patients. Unlike the primitive time-outs performed in the the first decade of the 21st century (2000-2012) which involved one designated individual to confirm prior to incision ( Basic9 ), the patient name, surgical site, performing surgeon, allergies, antibiotic administration, positioning, x-ray name confirmation, fire hazards, and fall risk, significant additional sa…

2/29/2012 0

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Cartoon Video of What Happens After Decision for Surgery Made

A very common question our practice gets from patients is what happens next after a decision is made to pursue surgery. What do or should they do next? What do we do? Well, our office created a video cartoon to describe this somewhat intimidating process in a way that is understandable and benign. Watch it here !

4/26/2011 0

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