Business, Free News Articles, Product Launches, Surgery and Neurotechnology

TSI’s Phantom XL3 Lateral Access System Redefines the Standard of Care in Spine Surgery

SUGAR LAND, Texas -- TeDan Surgical Innovations (TSI) today announced the launch of the Phantom XL3(TM) Lateral Access System for lumbar spine surgical retraction. A full product release will be held later this month at the North American Spine Society Meeting (NASS) in Orlando from October 25 to 27.

Unencumbered access to the anatomy while maintaining a small surgical incision remains a clinical challenge for the minimally invasive surgeon. The all-new Phantom XL3 transforms the approach by eliminating instrumentation fiddle factor through the integration of unparalleled surgical access design elements - all with the focus of elevating the surgeon's experience.

"There are a variety of lateral lumbar retractors available today, but finding the system that meets all of your needs as a surgeon can be difficult. The intuitive design of the Phantom XL3 provides reliable retraction with a sweeping blade motion unlike any retractor on the market," said James J. Lynch, MD, FAANS, CEO Spine Nevada.

As a full solution to lateral lumbar access, the Phantom XL3 comes equipped with an integrated 360-degree directional EMG neuromonitoring dilator kit as well as lighting and shim components to provide additional stability and visualization.

"With a rise in minimally invasive approaches (MIS) for spinal fusions, we believe that the versatility and ease of use offered with our Phantom XL3 Lateral Access System will redefine the standard of care for MIS approaches," said Terry Johnston, VP of Sales and Marketing of TSI.

For a full product showcase, visit the TSI booth #1723 and attend the NASS Simulation Lab. To learn more about TSI's Phantom XL3 Lateral Access System or to register for the lab, visit http://www.tedansurgical.com/ or call 877-726-0886.

About TeDan Surgical Innovations:

TeDan Surgical Innovations was founded in 2006 with the goal to innovate and address evolving techniques in surgical access. The company has developed a wide variety of retractors and disc prep instruments for posterior, lateral and anterior spine, as well as cardiothoracic, neurological and orthopedic procedures. TeDan Surgical Innovations is committed to providing high-quality, state-of-the-art medical devices that address customer and market needs.

For more information about TeDan Surgical Innovations, please visit http://www.tedansurgical.com/.

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The 50th Anniversary of first Heart Transplant is Special Event to Veteran Transplant Surgeon Kristine Guleserian

MIAMI, Fla. -- December 3, 2017 marks the 50th anniversary of the world's first human-to-human heart transplant, notes Mark Oristano, author of "Surgeons' Story" (ISBN: 978-1935953784). South African physician Dr. Christiaan Barnard performed the surgery which astonished the world in Capetown. The patient, 54-year old Louis Washkansky, lived with another person's heart pumping his blood for 18 days.

Dr. Kristine Guleserian is a pediatric cardiothoracic surgeon at Nicklaus Children's Hospital in Miami. She says today the heart transplant is a common operation. In fact, as medical research improves, transplantation may become a thing of the past.

"We are seeing new techniques in human tissue engineering which may someday make it possible to repair parts of the heart which have been diseased," Dr. Guleserian says. "One thing I've learned in my years in cardiothoracic surgery is to never say 'never.'"

Dr. Guleserian also says there are mechanical advances which are helping patients with severe heart problems live longer before transplantation becomes necessary.

"Newer ventricular assist devices which help weak hearts pump more efficiently are enabling patients to survive longer as they wait for a donor heart to become available. The truth is that the supply has never kept up with the demand."

Dr. Guleserian's story is shared in the new book, "SURGEON'S STORY," by Mark Oristano. Her life, education, and career are laid out in detail. The surgeon who has performed more than 160 heart transplants will continue to perform the surgery as needed, while awaiting the next big cardiac breakthrough.

(To book Dr. Guleserian for interviews around the date of the transplant anniversary, use the contact information for Mark Oristano, found below.)

About Author Mark Oristano:
Mark Oristano is an author/journalist in Dallas, Texas. He spent a 30-year broadcasting career calling NFL football games for the Houston Oilers and Dallas Cowboys. He is a longtime volunteer at Children's Medical Center, Dallas, where he spent five years shadowing Dr. Kristine Guleserian for his new book, "Surgeon's Story."

SUMMARY - EDITIONS:
"Surgeon's Story" Kindle edition: B06XRDKMFS.
"Surgeon's Story" hardcover - ISBN: 978-1935953784.
"Surgeon's Story" paperback - ISBN: 978-1935953777.
Authors: Mark Oristano with Kristine Guleserian, MD.
Publisher: Authority Publishing.

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Awards and Honors, Free News Articles, Private Practice and Medical Groups, Surgery and Neurotechnology

Arizona Surgeon Invents and Performs World Record Setting Cancer Surgery

MESA, Ariz. -- The World Record Academy recently awarded Dr. Greg J. Marchand and his surgical team a world record for removing a 17-centimeter cancerous ovarian tumor using only small incisions in the abdomen, a technique called a laparoscopy. While removing cysts and tumors using laparoscopic surgery is a standard practice, Dr. Marchand said it is rare to use the technique in conjunction with an ovarian cancer staging procedure.

The surgeons completed the procedure using "in-bag" morcellation, a technique developed by Dr. Marchand in which the tumor is bagged and broken down inside the bag so the pieces can be safely removed through tiny holes. Otherwise, patients would need a sizeable incision to surgically remove such a large mass, requiring additional recovery time and a great deal more postoperative pain.

Marchand, a board-certified OB-GYN specializing in "minimally invasive surgery," worked closely with a gynecologic oncologist in completing this amazing surgery.

Marchand said the most difficult part of the surgery was removing the cancerous mass without spilling any cancer cells into the abdomen. If cancerous material spilled back into the abdomen the cancer could have spread and worsened the patient's prognosis.

The World Record Academy helped verify that this type technique had never been accomplished previously on any malignant tumor this large.

Dr. Marchand was diagnosed in 2010 with mixed-cell carcinoma, (an aggressive cancer of the testes,) said it is particularly gratifying that his technique can help cancer patients. He received surgery and treatments in 2010, and has been in remission since.

"I know what it's like to face a diagnosis of cancer," he said. "In my opinion, advancements in the surgical treatment of cancer are just as important as the newest cancer-fighting drugs and chemotherapy agents."

"If we can use minimally invasive surgery to take some of the recovery time and complications out of cancer surgery, then I think we've really done a lot of good for patients fighting cancer."

This is Dr. Marchand's second world record in laparoscopic surgery. In 2008 Dr. Marchand was awarded a Guinness World Record for the removal of the largest uterus laparoscopically. In this case, it was not a cancerous mass, but a seven-pound benign (non-cancerous) uterus that was removed.

In addition to the two world records, Dr. Marchand is extensively published in laparoscopic surgery and was recently the first U.S. surgeon to receive the "Master Surgeon" recognition from The American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopist's (AAGL.org) and the Surgical Review Corporation (surgicalreview.org). Dr. Marchand is internationally regarded as an expert in developing and performing advanced surgical techniques, particularly in minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Marchand is currently the only "Master Surgeon" in the state of Arizona.

For further information regarding Dr. Marchand and his publications and research please visit http://gregmarchandmd.com/.

Fact Sheet:

Date of Surgery: 04/21/2015

Date of Award of World Record Academy World Record: 1/27/2017

Actual Title of Record: "Successful Laparoscopic Ovarian Cancer staging Surgery on the Largest Malignant Ovarian Tumor"

Method of Verification of Tumor Size: Pathology specimen reconstructed, verification by board certified pathologist.

Lead Surgeon: Greg J. Marchand M.D., F.A.C.O.G., F.A.C.S., F.I.C.S
Practice: Marchand OBGYN PLLC
1520 S. Dobson #308
Mesa, AZ 85202
p: 480-999-0905
f: 480-999-0801
www.gregmarchandmd.com

FAQ:
Why did it take so long for the World Record to be awarded?

To verify this record, we had to research all the other related surgeries that had been published to determine if ours was truly the largest malignant tumor ever surgically staged through completely laparoscopic means. After our research determined it was, we employed the World Record Academy who underwent their own verification process. Following the completion of these two independent verifications, we can now confidently say that this is likely the largest malignant ovarian tumor to ever undergo completely laparoscopic surgical staging.

What is "In-Bag" morcellation, how is it different from just breaking something apart, or regular morcellation?

In-Bag morcellation refers to the surgical technique of placing an object inside a bag, usually plastic, before breaking it into pieces. Usually the object is broken into small pieces so that it can be removed through small holes, thus not needing to make a large incision to remove the object. This high level of caution is reserved for objects that could contain cancerous cells. In the case of suspicion of cancerous cells, it is important not to spill the material back into the patient's body cavities because cancer cells can "Seed" or begin new cancer colonies if they are moved around the body. In this case, we removed a 17-centimeter cancerous tumor through a hole that was approximately 1.4cm large. This technique is one of the more extreme examples of "In-Bag" morcellation.

What does this mean to you as a cancer survivor?

"I underwent surgery and treatments after I was diagnosed with Mixed Cell Testicular Cancer in 2010. I am very lucky that the surgery for my stage of Testicular cancer was a very minimally invasive procedure, and that I had a good surgeon. I remember the horrible fear of 'just not knowing what was going to happen,' and I think that fear is really worse than any of the pain of the cancer or the treatments. When I woke up from the surgery, I really felt great, and over the next few days I had a very quick recovery.

"I was able to get back into my life quickly, and although I was still afraid of what was to come, I felt like I had the strength to fight. When I think about my patients with Ovarian cancer, I would like them to be able to come out of surgery feeling like they have the strength to fight, to take on the cancer. I can imagine that when you are recovering from a one of these big, open traditional staging procedures, you're in excruciating pain, you really can't move, and you like you've just been hit by a bus. I'm sure you don't feel strong and ready to fight the cancer at that point. You might just feel like giving up. If my technique can help even a few patients avoid that feeling, then thats the most valuable thing in the world to me.

"That's why I'm really passionate about what this new cutting edge technique can do for cancer patients, and I feel it can be just as valuable in the fight against cancer as the latest 'big pharma' wonder drug."

How can I find out more details?

Please contact the Marchand OBGYN PR department at the below address.
Maria Sainz - Marchand OBGYN Public Relations Manager
Marchand OBGYN PLLC
1520 S. Dobson #308
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480)999-0905
www.gregmarchandmd.com

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In New Book, Renowned Pediatric Heart Surgeon Credits Her All-Girl School Education for Her Success

DALLAS, Texas -- As kids across the country get ready to go back to school, Dr. Kristine Guleserian, one of the nation's most accomplished pediatric heart surgeons, thinks back on her early school days very fondly. Guleserian is the co-author, with Mark Oristano, of "Surgeon's Story: Inside OR-1 with One of America's Top Pediatric Heart Surgeons" (ISBN: 978-1935953777).

Dr. G, as she's known to one and all, attended the Winsor School in Boston, and she credits the education she got there with starting her down the road to her current status as one of the country's top children's heart surgeons. In "Surgeon's Story," Dr. Guleserian described the teacher who opened up her world.

"One day the Greek teacher, Mrs. Dorothy Souvaine, wrote out the entire Greek alphabet and a few simple Greek words. The first word she wrote down was 'Bios,' meaning life. And then she wrote 'Logos,' meaning study of. 'Bioslogos.' So, biology - the study of life. I was fascinated. If I studied and became proficient in Greek, I could dissect out every word and understand its true meaning, I figured I'd have the fundamentals to understand anything."

"When I told my father that I was going to make Classics my concentration at Harvard he said, 'What are you gonna do with a degree in Greek? Go back and teach at the Winsor School?' When I went back to Boston for my 30th Winsor School reunion I found out they don't offer Greek anymore. They teach Chinese now."

Dr. G had another significant chance to visit Winsor in 2011, to lecture to the young girls sitting where she sat years before.

"I went back to the Winsor School in 2011 to give the annual Virginia Wing lecture. Miss Wing was the headmistress of the Winsor School when I was there. When I was a student at the Winsor School Dr. Tenley Albright, a gold medal Olympic figure skater who became a general surgeon, spoke to the student body in the very same assembly room I was in now. Dr. Albright's speech made a huge impression on me. I thought, 'Wow, a woman can be a surgeon!' And now I, a woman and a surgeon, was speaking to the student body. I can go to a surgical conference and they'll all listen to what I have to say. But in room full of students, I feel like everybody's listening, and the impact I can make there is huge."

Dr. Guleserian was the Surgical Director of Pediatric Cardiac Transplantation at Children's Medical Center in Dallas from 2007 to 2017. She is now on staff at Nicklaus Children's Hospital in Miami, where she is starting up a cardiac transplant program.

For more information on "Surgeon's Story: Inside OR-1 With One of America's Top Pediatric Heart Surgeons" visit http://surgeonsstory.com/.

About Author Mark Oristano:
Mark Oristano is an author/journalist in Dallas, Texas. He spent a 30-year broadcasting career calling NFL football games for the Houston Oilers and Dallas Cowboys. He is a longtime volunteer at Children's Medical Center, Dallas, where he spent five years shadowing Dr. Kristine Guleserian for his new book, "Surgeon's Story."

SUMMARY - EDITIONS:
"Surgeon's Story" Kindle edition: B06XRDKMFS.
"Surgeon's Story" hardcover - ISBN: 978-1935953784.
"Surgeon's Story" paperback - ISBN: 978-1935953777.

Authors: Mark Oristano with Kristine Guleserian, MD.
Publisher: Authority Publishing.


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Key Startups and Industry Figures to Present at 2016 Neurotech Leaders Forum

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. -- Several promising neurotechnology firms and key industry figures will present at the 2016 Neurotech Leaders Forum. The 16th annual event will take place October 24-25 in San Francisco, presented by Neurotech Reports. Keynote speaker at this year's event on October 24 will be Doug Weber, who serves as program manager for DARPA's Biological Technologies Office. Prior to joining DARPA, Weber was an associate professor of bioengineering at the University of Pittsburgh. He received his Ph.D. in bioengineering at Arizona State University.

On October 25, Adam Roth, Director of Business Development at Galvani Bioelectronics, will speak on the topic of bioelectronic medicine. Galvani was formed earlier this year as a joint venture between Google's Verily Life Sciences Unit and pharmaceutical giant GSK.

Other presenters at this year's conference are Jason Richey, president of LivaNova's neuromodulation unit, Jeff Kramer, vice president of research at St. Jude Medical Neuromodulation, David Hankin, CEO of the Alfred Mann Foundation, Frank McEachern, CEO of MicroTransponder, Inc., Aaron Kaluszka, research engineer at Lumos Labs, and Gaurav Sharma, principal research scientist at Battelle.

Neurotech entrepreneurs and startups presenting at the conference include Milton Morris, CEO of NeuSpera Medical, Roy Katz, vice-president at BlueWind Medical, Brian Blischak, president of Nexeon MedSystems, Howard Leonhardt, CEO of CerebraCell, and Chris Czura, CSO of Sanguistat.

The conference moves to a new location this year, the Embassy Suites San Francisco Airport-Waterfront in Burlingame, Calif.

Platinum Sponsor at this year's conference will be Micro Systems Technologies. Cirtec Medical is the Gold Sponsor. Stellar Technologies is the Silver Sponsor.

For more information on the Neurotech Leaders Forum, contact Neurotech Reports at 415-546-1259.

The preliminary agenda is online at: http://www.neurotechreports.com/pages/nlfagenda.html.

Overview of the 2016 Neurotech Leaders Forum: http://neurotechreports.com/pages/leadersforum.html.

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Entertainment, Surgery and Neurotechnology

New TV Show Reveals the Impact and Importance of Neuromonitoring During High-Risk Surgical Procedures

Author: Neuro Alert
Dateline: Westchester, New York (WESTCHESTER, N.Y.)  | Tue, 05 Nov 2013

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “Neuro Alert, a N.Y.-based healthcare organization providing neuromonitoring services for surgeons and hospitals, has proudly announced the completion of shooting their new educational TV Show for Public Access TV and other TV networks across the New York Metropolitan area. The show will start airing around November 15, 2013 on various stations.”



ARTICLE:

Neuro Alert, a N.Y.-based healthcare organization providing neuromonitoring services for surgeons and hospitals, has proudly announced the completion of shooting their new educational TV Show for Public Access TV and other TV networks across the New York Metropolitan area. The show will start airing around November 15, 2013 on various stations.

The 30 minute program about Intraoperative Neurophysiological Neuromonitoring (IONM) serves as a valuable guide to surgeons of all specialties, providing them with essential insights into this simple yet crucial technical procedure designed to protect patients and ensure safety during complex medical operations.

The TV Show produced by Long Island-based Multi-Media Group, took place at White Plains Cable, White Plains, N.Y. William (Bill) Boggs, an Emmy(R)-winning TV producer and journalist, conducted extensive interviews with surgeons and technicians who stressed the significance of real-time monitoring and shared their experience with this cost-effective and risk-minimizing tool.

"The program is interesting, informative and inspirational, reminding patients, surgeons and hospital administrators about the availability of sophisticated and rapidly-evolving technology," says Dr. T.V. Seshan, a founder and clinical director of Neuro Alert, who is also board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. "Fortunately, the latest technological equipment and software programs have the power to influence patient outcomes and prevent potential problems, accidents and injuries during surgery. We are glad that we are in a position to raise awareness of IONM and explain why so many people might benefit from this procedure."

The panel of experts, interviewed by Mr. Boggs, included the aforementioned Dr. T.V. Seshan, Dr. Ezriel Kornel (a brain and spine surgeon and assistant clinical professor of Neurosurgery at Weill-Cornell Medical College), Rose Auerbach B.S., CNIM (a certified neurophysiology technologist), and Dr. Joseph Annichiarico (board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation).

Intraoperative Neuromonitoring is the use of electrophysiological signals to monitor the functional integrity of nerves, spinal cord and parts of the brain during surgery. The purpose of monitoring is to reduce the risk of potential damage to the nervous system and enable surgical teams to take corrective action, if necessary. This technique has evolved during the last two decades and continues to gain momentum in the medical field.

About Neuro Alert:

Neuro Alert is a physician-owned and operated company providing intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) services for surgeons, surgical groups and hospitals since 2006. The rapidly-growing Westchester N.Y.-based organization was founded by Dr. T.V. Seshan - a renowned physician, specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation and a pioneer in intraoperative monitoring (IONM).

The simple yet crucial monitoring procedures, offered by Neuro Alert, are set up to detect any neurological deficits during major surgeries, allowing surgeons to gain instant feedback about their patient's condition and avert potential adverse affects.

Neuro Alert consists of a team of experienced and highly-skilled physicians and technical professionals who work together to enhance treatment precision, reduce physician liability and ensure patient safety.

For more information about Neuro Alert, please visit http://neuroalert.com/ or call (888) 787-6267.

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Neuro Alert Announces Its Participation in the NASS 2013 Annual Meeting in New Orleans

Author: Neuro Alert
Dateline: White Plains, New York (WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.)  | Tue, 08 Oct 2013

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “Neuro Alert, a healthcare organization providing neuromonitoring services for surgeons and hospitals throughout the United States, is pleased to announce its participation in The North American Spine Society (NASS) 28th Annual Meeting, October 9-12, 2013 in New Orleans.”



ARTICLE:

Neuro Alert, a healthcare organization providing neuromonitoring services for surgeons and hospitals throughout the United States, is pleased to announce its participation in The North American Spine Society (NASS) 28th Annual Meeting, October 9-12, 2013 in New Orleans.

That's where visitors from across the world will convene to share their insights, ideas and information about the latest techniques, procedures and technologies in spine care. Thousands of attendees will gain access to best practices and state-of-the-art training which will enable them to grow professionally and propel their organizations forward.

In addition to their efforts to increase awareness and communicate the value of intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM), Neuro Alert's representatives will reveal new strategies designed to assist entrepreneurial physicians in the formation and operation of IONM businesses.

"We believe that our newly-developed Physician Owned Intraoperative Neuromonitoring Team Business Solutions may prove to be beneficial for many surgeons," states Dr. T.V. Seshan, founder and clinical director of Neuro Alert. "We will show busy healthcare providers how to increase their profitability, enhance operational efficiency and retain their own neurotechnologist, which may result in improved care and improved clinical outcomes. We can't wait to share our ideas with spine care experts."

Karthik Seshan, Director of Operations, says: "The North American Spine Society Meeting is one of the most interesting and influential events for spine care professionals. The goal of the trade show is to create an exceptional and edifying experience for its attendees. It is a great avenue for us to meet industry stakeholders, influencers and potential business partners and showcase our services and solutions."

This year, the trade show will feature more than 500 presentations, informative sessions for allied health professionals, a variety of workshops, as well as cutting-edge research and special groups discussions.

About Neuro Alert:

Neuro Alert is a physician-owned and operated company providing intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) services for surgeons, surgical groups and hospitals since 2006. The rapidly-growing Westchester NY-based organization was founded by Dr. T.V. Seshan - a renowned physician, specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation and a pioneer in intraoperative monitoring (IONM). The simple yet crucial monitoring procedures, offered by Neuro Alert, are set up to detect any neurological deficits during major surgeries, allowing surgeons to gain instant feedback about their patient's condition and avert potential adverse affects.

Neuro Alert consists of a team of experienced and highly-skilled physicians and technical professionals who work together to enhance treatment precision, reduce physician liability and ensure patient safety.

For more information about Neuro Alert, please visit http://neuroalert.com/ or call (888) 787-6267.

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2013 Neurotech Leaders Forum to Feature Promising New Startups

Author: Neurotech Reports
Dateline: San Francisco, California (SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.)  | Mon, 23 Sep 2013

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “Neurotech Reports announced today that several startup and early stage neurotechnology companies will be presenting at the 2013 Neurotech Leaders Forum, to be held in San Francisco October 14-15. Danny Sachs, M.D., a serial entrepreneur who has founded several neurotech and medical technology firms, will keynote the event.”



ARTICLE:

Neurotech Reports announced today that several startup and early stage neurotechnology companies will be presenting at the 2013 Neurotech Leaders Forum, to be held in San Francisco Oct. 14-15. Danny Sachs, M.D., a serial entrepreneur who has founded several neurotech and medical technology firms, will keynote the event.

Companies presenting include Neuro Recovery Technologies, Inc., a Southern California neurorehabilitation startup co-founded by UCLA professor Reggie Edgerton. The company is developing a novel spinal cord stimulation system to promote rehabilitation and locomotion in individuals with spinal cord injury.

Also presenting is EnteroWave Inc., a Stanford University spinoff developing a neurostimulation system for the gastrointestinal tract, and Mainstay Medical, a European firm developing an implanted stimulation system for chronic low back pain. Another presenting firm is SynTouch LLC, a Southern California firm co-founded by Gerald Loeb, a professor at USC and one of the inventors of the Bion microstimulator.

Danny Sachs, M.D., a serial entrepreneur who has founded several neurotech and medical technology firms, will keynote the event on October 14. He will speak on fostering innovation in neurotechnology. The first day of the conference will be devoted to the market for implanted neurotech devices.

The second day will explore developments in noninvasive stimulation, neurosensing and diagnostics, consumer neurotech applications, and advances in brain-computer interfaces.

"This year's Neurotech Leaders Forum offers an excellent opportunity to see the very latest technology and market developments in both consumer and healthcare neurotech," said James Cavuoto, editor and Publisher of Neurotech Business Report.

Speakers and panelists at the conference include venture capital professionals Roger Quy of Technology Partners, Manuel Lopez-Figueroa of Bay City Capital, and Kevin Wasserstein of Mentor-Catalyst.com. Clinicians on the panel include Dan DiLorenzo, a neurosurgery fellow at Rush University, Graham Creasey, professor of neurosurgery at Stanford University School of Medicine, and Philip Kennedy of Emory University and Neural Signals Inc.

Other speakers include Eric Brelje from Medtronic's business development unit, Gary Heit, president of Heit Consulting, Victor Pikov from Huntington Medical Research Institutes, Ann Bunnenberg, CEO of Electrical Geodesics, and David Wood, CEO of Spinal Modulation Inc. Also speaking will be Jennifer French, a quadriplegic who won a Silver Medal in sailing at the 2012 Paralympic Games after receiving an implanted neurostimulation system.

Cirtec Medical Systems is Platinum Sponsor of the event. Micro Systems Technologies is the Gold Sponsor, and Stellar Technologies is the Silver Sponsor.

For more information, contact James Cavuoto at 415-546-1259 or visit http://www.neurotechreports.com/pages/leadersforum.html .

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Surgery and Neurotechnology

7 Things Every Patient Should Know Before Going Into Surgery

Author: Neuro Alert
Dateline: White Plains, New York (WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.)  | Tue, 23 Jul 2013

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “Having complex surgery can be stressful and even nerve-wrecking, says New York-based Neuro Alert. As you are getting ready for one of the most important days of your life, a wide variety of questions will inevitably arise: How long will it take to recover? When can I get back to work?”



ARTICLE:

Having complex surgery can be stressful and even nerve-wrecking, says New York-based Neuro Alert. As you are getting ready for one of the most important days of your life, a wide variety of questions will inevitably arise: How long will it take to recover? When can I get back to work?

How do I make sure I will be safe throughout the whole procedure? How will I know if the operation is a success? And how do I avoid accidental injuries during surgery?

Preparation can go a long way in making sure that you are ready for your surgery, both mentally and physically. Certain injuries or infections can make recovery more difficult and lead to illness, stress and enormous costs. Therefore, it is absolutely crucial that appropriate prevention efforts are taken.

Below are a few vital areas where you can take positive steps to prepare yourself for surgery, provided by the staff at Neuro Alert.

1. Choose Your Surgeon, Surgical Facility and Time of Surgery.

Fortunately, most patients have the opportunity to choose their surgeon and their hospital. Do your homework and learn as much as you can about different options available to you. Ask around, talk to your friends, relatives or colleagues, and get second opinions if you deem necessary. Your primary care provider may refer you to a specialist for consultation. You may also find out if your surgeon utilizes minimally invasive techniques and more advanced surgical methods, which can minimize the possibility of trauma to a patient's anatomy and result in a shorter hospital stay and more expedient recovery.

When considering a surgical facility, you may reach out to hospital PR offices and request the information you need. If you are bracing up for major surgery (i.e. spinal, nerve, or brain surgery), don't be afraid to ask how many procedures the hospital has conducted in past. The more often the surgical staff performs a particular technique, the more expertise they develop. Furthermore, you have to decide whether you need a small private facility, teaching hospital or community hospital.

Before surgery, you may request a list of dates and times available for surgery and schedule the procedure at the convenience of your family and work.

2. Ask a Lot of Questions.

In the days leading up to your surgery, discuss all your health problems/concerns, medical history and home problems with your physician. Don't forget to mention all the medications, vitamins or herbal supplements you take. Keep in mind that these issues could impact your surgery and your treatment. You should also ask if you need to get antibiotics prior to surgery. Evidence suggests that patients who ask a lot of probing and specific questions and actively participate in their own care, enjoy better clinical outcomes.

3. Consider Monitoring to Avoid Potential Injury.

It is important to know that there are different types of monitoring services available to patients, depending on their condition and the surgical procedure. Some patients with heart disease may benefit from cardio monitoring, while others may consider EEG monitoring to measure the effect of anesthetic medications during surgery. Patients who need to undergo neuro, spine, vascular, ENT or peripheral nerve surgery may request neuromonitoring to protect their nervous system and avoid serious complications that can accidentally arise during major procedures.

Neuromonitoring, also known as Intraoperative Neurophysiological Neuromonitoring (IONM), helps to monitor and guide the surgical team and effectively diagnose conditions in the neuromuscular system. IONM is a crucial and cost-effective tool designed to detect, prevent and treat neurologic injuries during surgeries. You may want to consult your physician regarding this valuable procedure and find out how it could effect your safety and surgery results. Please note that neuromonitoring allows surgeons and their support teams to instantly pick up early signs of neurologic deficit and take corrective action, which would be impossible to accomplish without real-time monitoring. You can benefit significantly from advanced monitoring technology and avoid potential damage to your nervous system. IONM continues to improve the standard of care and is gaining enormous popularity among surgeons and patients alike.

4. Get in Shape Before Surgery.

This one is a no-brainer...The healthier you are going into surgery, the faster you will heal and get back on track. This can also be a good time not only to increase your workouts and yoga sessions but also evaluate your diet.

5. It is Never Too Soon to Prepare for Your Post-Surgery Recovery.

While you are getting ready for a big day, interviewing healthcare providers and researching various intraoperative monitoring methods, you should spend a great deal of time properly preparing for your homecoming. Let us assure you that post-surgery recuperation is not any less important than the surgical process itself.

What you should do is prepare your home, eliminate clutter, get the bathroom ready, and order assistive devices and supplies, if necessary. In addition, may want to arrange for help and hire someone (either on your own or through the agency) to assist you with housework, laundry, meals and shopping. Some patients may require a nurse, physical therapy or even specific dieting guidelines. Please note that some doctors and hospitals employ discharge planners who can help you facilitate the transition process, ease your pain, and alleviate stress.

6. Make travel arrangements.

You should determine how you will get to the hospital and back again. You may not be in a position to drive, so you may want to arrange transportation or ask a friend/relative to help you out. In some cases, the hospital may be able to make all the necessary travel arrangements for you.

7. Quit Smoking.

If you smoke, quit. Patients who smoke are more likely to get infection. In fact, stopping smoking 24 to 48 hours before surgery improves oxygen transfer to blood during surgery.

Final Thoughts:

Feeling anxious going into surgery is normal. However, you should always remember that you have some control over your destiny and you ARE in a position to influence the outcome of you procedure. No matter how stressful or complicated it is... Therefore, we suggest you do everything in your power to make an informed decision, make your surgery as safe as it can be, and ensure a positive outcome.

About Neuro Alert:

Neuro Alert is a physician-owned and operated company providing intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) services for surgeons, surgical groups and hospitals since 2006. The rapidly-growing Westchester N.Y.-based organization was founded by Dr. T.V. Seshan - a renowned physician, specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation, who has been actively involved in intraoperative monitoring over the course of 30 years. The simple yet crucial monitoring procedures, offered by Neuro Alert, are set up to detect any neurological deficits during major surgeries, allowing surgeons to gain instant feedback about their patient's condition and avert potential adverse affects.

Neuro Alert consists of a team of experienced and highly-skilled physicians and technical professionals who work together to enhance treatment precision, reduce physician liability and ensure patient safety. For more information about Neuro Alert, please visit http://neuroalert.com/ or call (888) 787-6267

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Business, Medical, Surgery and Neurotechnology

How to Minimize Risks During Major Surgeries

Author: Neuro Alert
Dateline: White Plains, New York (WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.)  | Thu, 06 Jun 2013

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “According to Neuro Alert, many major surgeries carry an inherent risk of damage to critical neural structures. Therefore, surgeons of various specialties are increasingly embracing Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring (IONM), a group of procedures to observe neural pathways during high-risk vascular, orthopedic, neurosurgical, and peripheral nerve surgeries.”



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According to Neuro Alert, many major surgeries carry an inherent risk of damage to critical neural structures. Therefore, surgeons of various specialties are increasingly embracing Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring (IONM), a group of procedures to observe neural pathways during high-risk vascular, orthopedic, neurosurgical, and peripheral nerve surgeries.

"Neuromonitoring" involves close collaboration between the surgeon, surgical staff, and monitoring professionals, making up a single surgical team with the ultimate goal of optimizing patient outcomes. This vital and cost-effective tool is used to enhance the safety of spine, brain, or nerve surgery by providing real-time assessment of the nervous system. Simply put, IONM enables surgeons and anesthesiologists to quickly spot changes in spinal cord, brain or peripheral brain function before irreversible damage occurs. It serves not only as a navigational tool that gets to a specific site in the brain or spine, but also as a diagnostic device capable of detecting co-existing disorders.

Here is how it works:

Using electrode sensors placed on the patient's body and stimulation of neural tissues such as nerves, spinal cord and brain, intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring gauges the responses to sensory and motor stimuli. A highly-trained monitoring technician working on-site, can easily detect such abnormal effects as a stretched nerve, lack of oxygen or a mechanical disturbance during surgery.

Once abnormalities occur, an immediate surgical intervention may prevent, reduce or eradicate nerve damage. While a monitoring technologist is collecting data in the operating room, a remote physician carefully interprets all the information and delivers instant and accurate feedback on the status of the patient's neural pathways.

"The goal of IONM is to keep patients safe and neurologically intact during the most critical or delicate surgical procedures," says Dr. T.V. Seshan, a founder and clinical director of Neuro Alert, a Westchester, N.Y.-based company providing neuromonitoring services for surgeons and healthcare organizations. "One of the best ways to enhance surgical precision and prevent potential injury is to obtain, observe and analyze electrophysiologic signals from the patient throughout the course of the surgery. As a result, the risk factors of neurological deficit are dramatically reduced."

Some of the most commonly monitored procedures include spinal surgery, certain types of brain surgery, vascular surgeries, orthopedic spine surgeries, peripheral nerve surgeries, and some ENT procedures.

When surgical teams incorporate intraoperative monitoring into their procedures, they are better equipped to make all the necessary adjustments to avoid injury or identify impending damage to the nervous system.

"Monitoring should be performed whenever the surgical team determines that brain, spine or nerve structures are at risk due to the complexity of the surgery, the extent of the preoperative problem or any other patient-related factors," adds Dr. Seshan.

Neurological monitoring is a rapidly evolving field using a wide array of advanced neurophysiological techniques. These techniques provide much-needed safety for patients undergoing surgery, and reduce liability risks for surgeons and hospitals.

About Neuro Alert:

Neuro Alert is a physician-owned and operated company providing intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) services for surgeons and hospitals since 2006. The fast-growing Westchester, N.Y.-based organization was founded by Dr. T.V. Seshan - a renowned physician, board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation who has been actively involved in intraoperative monitoring over the course of thirty years. The simple yet crucial monitoring procedures, offered by Neuro Alert, are set up to detect any neurological deficits during major surgeries, allowing surgeons to gain instant feedback about their patient's condition and avert potential adverse effects.

Neuro Alert consists of a team of experienced and highly-skilled physicians and technical professionals who work together to enhance treatment precision, reduce physician liability, and ensure patient safety.

For more information about Neuro Alert, please visit http://neuroalert.com/ or call (888) 787-6267.

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