It’s been on my mind to share with you all about what it’s been like being pregnant in Switzerland. I’ve waited till now - the start of my 39th week to write it so I had a good idea of the whole journey. I will write about the birth experience (including the final week/s of pregnancy and how that was managed) separately so the post isn’t too long. Due to many friends and family giving birth in Australia, i know a little bit about what is normal there and being able to compare the experience with Switzerland, although it is important to note that my experience here may not be (and most likely isn’t) typical of all pregnancies here in Switzerland either. Anyone’s care here is largely dependent on the gynaecologist you choose to see. So let me jump in to the biggest things i learned, loved and hated about being pregnant in Switzerland.
How much you pay/How much is covered
In Switzerland, it is compulsory to have basic health insurance cover and its not very cheap! I’m not going to go into all the details of how health insurance works here, but here’s a small overview: We pay roughly CHF 800 a month as a couple for basic health insurance. For that, you receive care thats a little better than Australia’s free public health service. In addition to our monthly fee, we still have to pay our franchise (like an excess) - so we pay the first CHF2500 per year of all medical bills. After that, we only pay 10%.
For the first 13 weeks of pregnancy you are considered ‘ill’ which means all the bills are treated as such and dealt with normally through the insurance. From 13 weeks to birth you are considered pregnant and pretty much everything pregnancy related is 100% covered and you don’t have to pay the excess either. We were pleasantly surprised by this and its been a huge financial relief as there are so many appointments you need to go to plus all the unexpected appointments that pop up too, and I don’t know whether you’ve heard but Switzerland is expensive! haha. Its kind of been fun seeing all the expensive medical bills come in and zeroed out - Thank goodness!!
Thankfully we didn’t have any complications or anything go wrong in the first 13 weeks, but I feel for women who miscarry and perhaps need a D&C and then also have to pay for their surgery on top of it all because as per the health system you’re ill not pregnant! I really believe if it is pregnancy related - it should be covered regardless of how many weeks you are.
Routine Scans and Appointments
Here in Switzerland, your pregnancy is managed by your own ob/gyn of your choosing which you go back and see throughout the whole pregnancy. I could be wrong, but this seems to be opposed to being managed largely by your General Practitioner in Australia and only occasionally seeing an obstetrician at milestone dates. I chose an ob/gyn based on some recommendations on facebook, however I wish I would have settled with a gynaecologist before hand and got to know the style of my doctor as I have never really felt 100% happy with my choice (more on that later), but felt like it would be too much trouble to change part way through.
I saw my obstetrician, every 3-4 weeks and at each appointment I had blood drawn, urine sample, weight check, blood pressure check and a growth scan by ultrasound. This is in addition to a short chat with the ob/gyn about any concerns either one of us had. I loved that everything was done in one building and directly before my appointment. Unlike Australia where your blood samples and ultrasounds are usually done somewhere other than your appointment and not likely on the same day either!
I know in Australia, they only do around 3 ultrasound growth scans over the entire pregnancy and initially, i thought the Swiss way of an ultrasound every 3-4 weeks was good. Why wouldn’t i want to see my baby on the screen each month and make sure everything is on track? Well… my baby has always measured on the smaller side pretty much the whole way through the pregnancy. I know that ultrasounds can be slightly inaccurate too. However all these scans just caused a whole bunch of stress that really wasn’t necessary. My doctor became concerned at my baby’s size, and also at her head circumference so we were referred a couple of times to a specialist for more ultrasounds (on slightly more accurate equipment) which showed she was small, yes, but everything was completely fine. This period felt like a rollercoaster of worry and relief and it really made me question what the point of all these ‘extra’ ultrasounds were - does micro monitoring these babies really benefit the health of the pregnancy, or just cause undue worry? Do they pick up more abnormalities in Switzerland than Australia?
You and your baby’s stats are printed on a ‘Mutterpass’ which you continually get updated at each appointment and take home with you and take to the hospital or to any health care provider that needed to see it. I actually loved this sheet of paper. I felt like it was a great overview of how it was all tracking, the information was transparent and I could refer back to it anytime i wanted rather than it all kept for the doctors only.
Overall, the care in Switzerland is at a very high standard - Doctors are well educated and knowledgeable - all the tests were completed quickly and easily and I was updated on results very quickly too. I do believe however that bedside manner and how patients are listened to and spoken to was not so great. Now, I know this is not everyone’s experience here. My ob/gyn came highly recommended by many and I felt she was professional and met my needs medically 90% of the time. Perhaps this was a cultural thing (most likely i think) but i really clashed with my doctor. She is definitely more serious and blunt and maybe its because i’m Australian, but i prefer things a little friendlier. One thing i had to get used to was when she greeted me into the room and asked ‘How are you?’, the answer was carefully written down in my notes and not mentioned again. The stock standard answer for ‘How are you?’ is always ‘good’! I didn’t know I had to pour out my soul to her as I entered the room!
I also got very little information on my first appointment with her back when i was 7 weeks pregnant - she briefly touched on some foods to avoid - raw fish/meat, unpasteurised cheese - and gave me a booklet that was in German which was sort of like a handbook about pregnancy. Needless to say, i didn’t read the book and was left with a lot of questions, not only general questions on pregnancy, but also the process in Switzerland. What could I expect from her, how many appointments will I have, who do I call if I have problems during the pregnancy? I felt like a lot was missed out and i learnt more from support groups online, and through books than I did through my own doctor. I realised they are not in the habit of telling you anymore than you need to know. Results sent through to my doctor weren’t really elaborated on apart from a ‘yes its okay’ - instead, if a copy was sent to me, i would be googling translations to really understand what was tested and what my results meant. For anyone going through the same experience - i 100% recommend purchasing Emily Oster’s book ‘Expecting Better’. She compiles all the information women need to know about what to eat, the risks of various foods and tests, what tests are necessary and all the facts and statistics directly from the research studies with no spin! It really gave me peace of mind and confident in the decisions I was making for myself.
It’s a sad thing to say, but I often left my appointments feeling dumb, depressed or worried. My questions were often met with replies that made me feel silly for asking, I was unnecessarily worried about potential risks that hadn’t even happened or been confirmed yet, and any concerns of pain I had wasn’t really questioned and just brushed off as ‘normal’ which may have been true but i felt like they weren’t investigated adequately. Immediately after failing my gestational diabetes glucose test, I was told I would most likely have to be on insulin at some point in the pregnancy and ‘have’ to go to the main hospital for birth (which was not the hospital I preferred) - Both of these facts turned out not to be true as my blood sugar levels have been in the right ranges since and my choice in hospital is available and safe for me to be at. In hindsight, i wish I changed doctor from the beginning, however i continually doubted my own feelings and that maybe i just ‘took it the wrong way’. I had a much better experience with the specialist doctor I saw at regular intervals - i guess being a specialist and having to give a range of good and bad news, her bedside manner is a little more developed and crucial for the wellbeing of her patients.
All in all…
I sit here now, at the tail-end of my pregnancy pretty happy with my journey and experience. Despite jumping through all the hoops they threw at me, my pregnancy had no complications, my baby is healthy according to all their measurements and tests and I feel really good heading into this birth. I have learnt so much through this journey though- most importantly to trust myself and my body. I have learnt that no one cares as much about your own body and health than you and you need to advocate for yourself, realise that while doctors are incredibly knowledgeable, you also need to understand what is happening and it needs to feel right for you. There is so much information out there and I encourage you to speak to a wide variety of people, read books, hear other peoples experience and educate yourself - knowledge really is power and it gives you the confidence to ask more questions and take ownership over your health and care.
I also learnt to relinquish a little control in some aspects (which is big for me!) and have worked hard to get my head in a good, happy place. Naturally, i haven’t felt like this all the time, and i’m sure i’ll still have doubts in the final week or so - but i feel like i’ve grown as a person. Perhaps I needed to go through this - to become a better human, woman and mother.
After the birth i’ll discuss all the ways i prepared for the delivery - antenatal classes, books i read, podcasts i listened to, my experience in hiring and doula, and hypnobirthing!


Seminár z kognitívnej vedy - Daniela Ostatníková (8.12.2015)
v utorok 8.12.2015 o 16:30 hod. v miestnosti I/9
Od: Igor Farkaš
Prednášajúca: prof. MUDr. Daniela Ostatníková, PhD. (Fyziologický ústav, LF UK v Bratislave)
Názov prednášky: Clinical applications of neuroscience
Termín: 8.12.2015, 16:30 hod., I/9
The talk will outline the processes of neural development of human central nervous system and its functional units during prenatal and postnatal life. The hierarchy of central regulatory systems and processing in relation to emotions and social cognition will be introduced. I will deal with the hormonal influence, particularly testosterone, on particular anatomical structures involved in cognition and its consequences on brain development and nervous functions resulting in communication deficits and disturbances in social behaviour. The results of our own research in healthy human individuals and in patients with autism will be discussed.


Liberty Local Schools has contracted with Akron Children's Hospital to provide school health services. Akron Children's Hospital collaborates with approximately 40 school districts in the region to address the healthcare needs of their students. Akron Children's Hospital's team of nurses and medical assistants serve as liaisons among school staff, families, communities and healthcare providers. They promote and advocate for student health and wellness, and help manage patient populations and individual student health needs in the school setting.
Their program focuses on:
- Providing flexible, cost-effective school nursing services
- Improving student attendance
- Addressing first-aid, emergency services and acute healthcare needs
- Administering medications and necessary procedures
- Meeting the healthcare needs of students with chronic conditions
- Implementing disease prevention and wellness programs to increase the overall health of the student body
- Referring students who need help to the appropriate specialists
- Creating a safe learning environment for students
- Enhancing overall school health through community outreach
District Nurse and 7-12 Clinic Staff
Phone: 330-759-2301 ext. 1115
PK-6 Clinic Staff
Phone: 330-759-1733 ext. 1337
Students with specific health care needs should submit those needs in writing and with proper documentation by a physician to the school office. All medications, prescribed and non-prescribed, are to be delivered to the school nurse and taken only with adult supervision. The school nurse is available to discuss the procedure for medications and treatments. No medications or medical treatments are to take place in school without his/her knowledge.
To comply with the state law regarding administration of drugs, medication must be prescribed by a physician. If it is necessary for a student to receive medication during school hours, please complete the Prescription Medication Form. This form is to be signed by the physician and parent/guardian. Medication is to be brought to the school office, by the parent, in the container in which it was dispensed by the prescribing physician or a licensed pharmacist. If possible, all medication should be given by parents at home. If this is not possible, it will be done in accordance to the following:
1. “Medication” shall include all medication: those prescribed by a physician and any non-prescribed (over the counter) drugs, preparation and/or remedies.
2. A medication form that has been completed by physician and parents /guardian must be on file prior to administration of any medication. A new form is required at the beginning of each school year.
3. Medications must be brought in to the school by parents /guardian. The medication must be received in the original container in which it was dispensed by the prescribing health care provider or licensed pharmacist. Over-the-counter medication must be in the original container.
4. It is the parent/guardian’s responsibility to keep an adequate supply of medication at school and instruct their child to report to the designated area at the appropriate time to take the medication.
5. Students may carry an inhaler with them. A properly completed school medication form for the inhaler is required to be on file with the school nurse (per House Bill 121)
Injury and Illness
All injuries must be reported to a teacher or the office. If minor, the student will be treated and may return to class. If medical attention is required, the office will follow the school’s emergency procedures. A student who becomes ill during the school day should request permission from the teacher to go to the office. The office will determine whether or not the student should remain in the school or go home. No student will be released from school without proper parental permission.
Control of Casual Contact Communicable Disease and Pests
The school has the obligation to protect the safety of the staff and students. Therefore, the school’s professional staff reserves the authority to remove or isolate a student who has been ill or has been exposed to a communicable disease or highly transient pest, such as lice. Any removal will be only for contagious period as specified in the School’s administrative guidelines. Specific diseases include: diphtheria, scarlet fever, strep infections, whooping cough, mumps, measles, rubella, and other conditions indicated by the Local and State Health Departments.
Control of Non-Casual Contact Communicable Diseases
In these cases, the person in question will have his/her status reviewed by a panel of resource people, including the County Health Department, to insure that the rights of the person affected and those in contact with that person are respected. The School will seek to keep students and staff persons in school unless there is definitive evidence to warrant exclusion. Non-casual contact communicable diseases include: sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), ARC-AIDS Related Complex, Human-Immunodeficiency (HIV), Hepatitis B, and other diseases that may be specified by the State Board of Health. As required by Federal Law, parents will be requested to have their child’s blood checked for HIV and HBV when the child has bled at school and students or staff members have been exposed to the blood. Any testing is subject to laws protecting confidentiality.
Head Lice Guidelines
Head lice is a universal problem and is particularly prevalent among elementary school-age children. Control of lice infestation is best handled by adequate treatment of the infested person and his/her immediate household and other close personal contacts. Parents need to continually observe their child for this potential problem and treat adequately and appropriately as necessary. Parents will be notified by letter if there are two or more cases in the classroom. In accordance with Board Policy 8451, if a student is found to have lice, the parents/guardians will be contacted to pick him/her up immediately. After treatment, the parent must bring the child to school to be cleared (less than 20 nits) by the nurse to be able to return to school. Failure to successfully treat and control head lice will result in unexcused absences for the student and be subjected to the attendance guidelines /consequences.


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The American Dental Board of Anesthesiology examines and certifies dentists who complete an accredited program of anesthesiology training in the United States or Canada. Dentists may apply for Board Certification through the ADBA which requires ongoing and continual post-graduate education for maintenance.
The mission of the ADBA shall be to elevate the standards and advance the art and science of anesthesiology in dentistry, thereby optimizing patient care.
Objectives of the ADBA
- Establish the qualifications for Diplomate status of the ADBA
- Determine the eligibility of applicants for examination
- Examine candidates seeking Diplomate status
- Confer Diplomate status upon those candidates who successfully complete the examination process
- Establish criteria for maintenance of Diplomate status, and
- Transmit information regarding Diplomate status to the public, the dental and medical professions, and health care facilities and organizations
About the ADBA
The American Dental Board of Anesthesiology was founded to ensure that all dentists who have completed approved dental anesthesiology residency programs have attained, and will maintain, the highest possible level of knowledge and skill in the spectrum of anesthesiology care for dentistry. Comprehensive written and oral examinations must be successfully completed for the dentist anesthesiologist to be designated a Diplomate.
To be considered eligible for Diplomate examination, all applicants are required to have completed thirty-six months or more of formal residency training in anesthesiology for dentistry accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation or a provincial or national accrediting body deemed equivalent by the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology.
In addition, all Diplomates of the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology must meet specific re-certification criteria every six years in order to maintain their status.
Diplomates of the ADBA have demonstrated expertise in providing safe and cost-effective conscious sedation, deep sedation and general anesthesia for patients of all ages and medical complexity and for all types of dental, oral, maxillofacial and adjunctive surgical procedures, in both office-based and hospital or ambulatory surgery center operating room settings. In addition, the Diplomate is an expert in the management of acute orofacial pain and, when so trained, in the diagnosis and management of chronic orofacial pain.
The American Dental Board of Anesthesiology represents the most highly trained and experienced anesthesia-provider dentists in the profession.


Sometimes I get so caught up in the frustrations of insomnia and depression that I can’t even see the progress or the things we have that prevent our problems from being so much worse. I take a ton of things to help me fall asleep and I hate it. But without those things and exercise and living healthily, I’d be sleeping worse and feeling worse as a result. Those things are worth being so thankful for.
It’s so easy to want to be healed, but to be so attached to a specific vision of healing: that my trouble is completely washed away. But as in all things, God’s got a broader idea than I do. Maybe He wants to heal me completely sometime, but in the meantime, sleep by means of sleep aids, or even just sleep that’s not as terrible as it was awhile ago, is still such a blessing. And only in the in-between stage of healing can I truly feel the progress and yet have something so tangible about which to lean on God for help.


Jabs administered in Turkey against COVID-19 are valid for vaccine certificates in the countries Ankara has agreements with for the reciprocal recognition of those certificates, Health Minister Fahrettin Koca has said.
“The Foreign Ministry is holding talks with all nations and signing agreements for those certificates. Irrespective of which injections they are, vaccine certificates are mutually recognized,” Koca said on July 7 after a meeting of the Health Ministry’s Science Board.
Turkey has been using the vaccines developed by Pfizer/BioNTech and the Chinese company Sinovac in its vaccine drive which was rolled out in mid-January.
“The type of injection is not a matter of choice for vaccine certificates. We are one of the leading countries with respect to producing those certificates,” the minister added.
He noted that most developed countries have written certificates, whereas Turkey keeps those documents in all digital platforms. “We are expecting the countries with which we have an agreement to integrate to this system,” Koca said.
As far as the inoculation efforts is concerned, the minister stressed that the main item on the country’s agenda is to achieve the highest vaccination rate.
“We have mobilized all human resources and energy for this.”
Koca, however, noted that some provinces are falling behind, while others are keeping up with the pace of the vaccination program, moving toward reaching social immunity.
If it is necessary, people will be vaccinated on the spot, where they are, the minister said.
“Locally and nationwide speaking, we are implementing a comprehensive [vaccination] program. We will make this program even more dynamic,” Koca added.
The ministers also informed that those, who had COVID-19, may have two doses of the vaccine if they want to, not only one dose as previously announced.
Authorities are closely watching developments in the world regarding the variants of COVID-19, informing the public and taking the necessary measures, he said.
Over 8 million doses of the coronavirus vaccines have been administered in the past 10 days, Koca said in a tweet on July 8.


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We are getting busier every day. There are lots of tasks and responsibilities one after another. It’s just never-ending. Another thing is we have to take care of ourselves and our loved ones. We know that as long as it is for our loved ones, it can never be tiresome.
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Dr. Kushner graduated in the top of her class from Northwestern University Dental School in Chicago, where she earned a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. She also received the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Dental Society Award.
For several years, Dr. Kushner practiced general dentistry before deciding to specialize in treating craniofacial pain, TMD and sleep disorders. She has received advanced education and training in these fields including 1,500 hours of continuing education in Craniofacial Pain, TMD and Sleep Medicine. Dr. Kushner’s extensive post-graduate learning led to her becoming a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, a Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain and a Fellow of the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain.
Dr. Kushner is also highly respected among her peers and an active member of the community. She is President of the Kitsap County Dental Society and a member of the Education Committee for the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr. Kushner shares her knowledge and experience across the country by lecturing to other health professionals.


Here are some of the most frequent questions we are aseked about drug and alcohol addiction. Feel free to reach out to our team for more information and educational resources.
What is drug addiction?
Drug addiction is when a person uses a drug to an extent that it causes negative interference with their personal and professional life as well as has negative consequences for their mental and physical health. Symptoms of drug addiction include constant cravings for the substance and an inability to function or feel normal without it, whether physically or psychologically. There is a spectrum of drug addiction, but at any level, it is important to get help before it spins out of control.
Can you be an “alcoholic” if you only drink occasionally?
Not all alcoholics drink every day, or even on a regular basis. Alcoholism is defined as what happens when you do drink. If drinking causes problems at home or work or is diminishing your ability to remain mentally or physically healthy, it might be time to seek help.
What are some ways to identify if someone is under the influence of drugs or alcohol?
There are several warning signs of intoxication, with some of the most common being:
- Bloodshot eyes or dilated pupils
- Erratic gait
- Slurred speech
- Decreased motor skills
- Lack of personal hygiene
- Drastic weight loss or weight gain
- Overall sense of apathy or interest in activities
- Frequent lying or avoiding personal relationships
Is the person’s life being negatively influenced by their drug or alochol use? Answering that basic question is an initial indicator that you or someone you know may have a problem with substance dependancy.
What is withdrawal?
Withdrawal is characterized as a variety of symptoms that occur after someone abruptly ends their usage of a particular drug. In general, these symptoms occur because the body has become physiologically dependent on the substance and reacts to the sudden loss of their effects. While withdrawal symptoms vary from substance to substance and person to person, some of the most common ones are:
- Shaking or tremors
- Frequent aches and pains
- Irritability and anxiety
- Hot and cold flashes
- Inability to concentrate
How is withdrawal treated?
Treatment for withdrawal depends on the substance, but it may be treated by slowly weaning off of the drug. It can also be treated through the use of other drugs and natural remedies such as nutrient replacement. It should be noted that treatment for withdrawal is not the same as treatment for addiction.
How can I help someone who is suffering from addiction?
We’ve all heard the common phrase that “You can only help someone who wants to be helped.” That’s why the best attempt to help someone who may be under the influence needs to start by communicating with them. Though people that abuse drugs and alcohol may not always be honest about their habits, it’s important to attempt an honest conversation with anyone who may be suffering from addiction. Only then can you offer support and lead them to the right resources for recovery.
Feel free to contact us for more educational resources and information about drug and alcohol addiction.


Eden Senior Care, founded in 2016, is a growing Healthcare Management company, focused on managing and operating Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation and Assisted Living communities in Minnesota & Wisconsin. Our mission with each community is to support their success by providing strong leadership, corporate support, and the resources and tools to realize their goals. Eden promotes and encourages the success of each of its employees and values the individual experience of its guests and their families.
Woods of Caledonia, part of the Eden Senior Care Network, a CBRF community is seeking for a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/ Med Passer for our wonderful facility!
Position: Med Passer
The position is responsible for providing assistance to residents in the Memory Care Program with their activities of daily living, enabling them to lead a quality life while maintaining their dignity. This position reports to the Memory Care Director. Other duties include providing and documenting responses from therapeutic activities as well as take medical records regarding blood pressure, pulse, respiratory function and weight.
- Provide kind, caring, and consistent companionship and support.
- Provide assistance, encouragement, and restorative interventions, as needed, for Memory Care residents to be as independent as possible in their activities of daily living including but not limited to: bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility.
- Participate in and lead one on one and group activities.
- Serve residents during mealtime, assist with memory care laundry, and basic housekeeping within the memory care neighborhood.
- Adhere to and is a champion for the Embrace Memory Care philosophy.
- Document daily according to memory care policies and procedures and state regulations, including but not limited to, the communication of any resident concerns, change in condition, or related topics.
- Ensure that SLC policy and procedure is followed to maintain a safe work environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and training of staff on safe working practices.
- Ensure that resident/family/employee concerns receive timely response and follow up, thus striving to provide a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
- You love working with people and handle everyday challenges with a smile!
- Experienced in long-term care or Assistant Living
- Able to communicate well in both verbal and written forms
- Committed to interacting professionally and with care toward residents, families, and other staff
- Health, Dental and Vision benefit
- Vacation/Holiday/Sick time
- Supportive working environment and culture
- Tuition Reimbursement / Student Loan Repayment Program up to $5,250 a year


Fluorescent staining / FACS of Lymphocytes (T cells)
Strep-Tactin® PE or APC for fluorescent staining / FACS sorting of T cell isolates which are obtained after magnetic cell isolation with the Fab-TACS® Magnetic Microbead Starter Kits.
What you need:
- For previous magnetic cell isolation: Fab-TACS® Magnetic Microbead Starter Kit of choice , StrepMan magnet
- For fluorescent staining of cell isolates: Strep-Tactin® PE or APC
- Isolate target cell with the respective Fab-TACS® Isolation Kit
- Stain cell isolate with Strep-Tactin® PE or APC


As a nurse, you have a calling to care for and attend to your patients. Like other professionals, however, nurses face a myriad of occupational hazards. And one of the most common injuries nurses suffer at work is chronic back pain.
If you sustain back injuries as a result of your work, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. These payments are meant to take care of your treatment costs as well as other damages. But how exactly do these injuries happen?
Here are three common causes of back injuries among nurses.
1. Overuse and repetitive tasks
From lifting and repositioning patients to transferring them from one bed to the next, nurses perform a range of repetitive tasks while on duty. Over time, these tasks can strain your back leading to chronic pain.
2. Improper bending and lifting
As a nurse, you will likely bend over when attending to your patients or lifting equipment. Applying improper techniques while performing these tasks can lead to serious lower back pain over time.
3. Lack of rest
Sleep gives your muscles time to relax and rejuvenate. If you are working long shifts without rest, you will likely experience lower back pain among other injuries.
So how long do you have to pursue benefits if you are hurt at work
Every state has a time limit within which you must act following a work-related injury or illness. This is known as the statute of limitations period. In Louisiana, you have 30 days from the date of your diagnosis to notify your employer of your back injury and one year to bring your workers’ compensation claim.
Back pain can impact your movement and ability to perform your duties. If you develop chronic back pain that is attributable to your job, you need to consider pursuing workers’ compensation benefits.


Do you need a hysterectomy for bleeding, pain, fibroids, prolapse, or uterine cancer? Why settle for a large incision if you can have smaller incisions or no incision? Why have more pain if there is a less invasive approach? Why spend more time in the hospital and more time for recovery if you can go home the same day or next day and return to your favorite activities sooner? ( READ MORE )
For women who wish to preserve their fertility or preserve their uterus regardless of fertility issues, hysterectomy should be a last resort.
When fertility preservation is the goal, it is important for the gynecologist to know the number, sizes and exact positions of the fibroids in order to guide the best treatment. Fibroids that change the shape of the uterine cavity can decrease fertility and will be best detected using saline-infusion ultrasound, hysteroscopy (telescope looking into the uterine cavity) or MRI (most accurate). ( READ MORE )
MISforWomen.com is a service of the AAGL, a non-profit association of minimally invasive gynecologic surgeons from all over the world. For over 40 years, the surgeons in the AAGL have worked to advance the minimally invasive surgical procedures and technologies that now allow millions of women each year to experience less pain and return to their daily routines more quickly following surgery.


The Surgical Pavilion is an outpatient surgery center in a 50%/50% joint venture with Baptist Health in Little Rock, Arkansas, which opened January 1999 at a total cost of 5.7 million dollars. This 17,000 sq. ft. facility offers five (5) general operating rooms on the campus of Baptist Health, Little Rock.
The scope of services supports the more than 55 medical staff members who specialize primarily in General, GYN, Plastic, Podiatry and Ocular Plastics. The Surgical Pavilion performs approximately 6,000 surgical procedures annually.


Genital Piercing Aftercare
Please see our Standard Aftercare for all of the day to day care procedures you need to follow as they are the same for genital piercings.
Risk factors with genital piercings
Please remember that a piercing is an open wound until you have reached the initial healing period. All activities with other people involving contact with the piercing put you at risk of sexually transmitted infections and safer sex practices should be followed.
Sexual activity with genital piercings
While you do not have to completely abstain from all sexual activity, including masturbation, during the healing time we do recommend taking a break as any stress on the area could cause tearing.
When you return to sexual activities, we recommend you go slow as the tissue is fragile during the healing period and tearing can occur; it is not a “hurts so good scenario”. Certain positions will be comfortable and others will not. If you feel any discomfort due to friction or sharp pain from impact it is best to change position or refrain from the activity.
Bleeding and bruising with genital piercings
Genital piercings tend to have more bleeding than other piercings. You can expect to see quite more bleeding during the first few days and then small amounts up to the first week and a half or so. We recommend wearing menstrual pads during this time to avoid any accidents. In addition, fluid barrier liners for your mattress and using older, darker sheets, as well as wearing older darker underwear are recommended. Nighttime erections with Prince Albert piercings tend to cause more bleeding.
Bruising does not always happen with any piercings, but you can expect to see it.
Dry the skin
While it is mentioned in our Standard Aftercare, it is worth emphasizing here that you should ensure the skin is kept dry. When our climate gets humid, we can see issues with piercings due to the excess humidity. Drying the area with gauze throughout the day can help avoid these issues
Good hydration is great at all times for wound healing and for piercings through the urethra frequent urination can help even more.
Jewelry may feel like it sticks to the skin at times and can feel pinchy. We recommend using a sterile water-based lubricant to help with this.
If you cannot avoid swimming with penile piercings, a condom could be worn and secured with an elastic band to help keep water out.


To prepare competent entry-level general sonographers in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains.
United Medical Institute is a private postsecondary institution offering quality healthcare programs that integrate professional skills, career-focused education and hands-on practice, empowering students to develop and achieve their personal and career potentials. United Medical Institute believes that education should promote the development of positive self-esteem and, for that purpose, provides services supportive of student’s efforts to succeed academically, vocationally, and personally. United Medical Institute has the ability to provide individuals who desire a professional career in a medical field with a sophisticated level of training. This is accomplished through educational training equipment, hands-on experience, and didactic lectures provided by highly trained instructors, physicians and medical professionals.
"We provide focused and intensive medical training to assist our students in acquiring the skills that lead to employment."
United Medical Institute is Accredited by the Schools Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
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Archive for October 2010
Per CMS Transmittal 1981, the new Inpatient Psych PPS rates for discharges of 7/1/10 through 6/30/01 will be computed as follows:
• The Federal per diem base rate is $665.71. (This gets adjusted by DRG group , age and for which day in the inpatient stay)
• The fixed dollar loss threshold amount (for outliers) is $6,372.00.
• The labor-related share is 75.400 percent (i.e. 75.4% of the per diem rate is adjusted by the hospital’s wage index)
• The ECT rate is $286.60 (add-on for ECT shock treatment)
As before, the Medicare Cost Report of the hospital will impact the outlier calculation.
Link to the above summary can be found here.
The Federal Register for the wage indices, adjustment factors for diagnosis, age, and day of inpatient stay begins at page 23106.
CMS has announced that the Medicare Fee Schedule for physician services has been updated to apply a 2.2% increase for dates of service June 1, 2010 through November 30, 2010, rescinding the negative 21% fee schedule that was in place. (CMS Newsroom — June 25, 2010)
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How does Medicare cost reporting impact us?
1 The federal government looks at cost reports to estimate profits and losses of hospitals , SNFs, Home Health Agencies, etc.
2. Providers can claim reimbursement for Medicare bad debt on their Medicare cost report for uncollectible copays and deductibles.
3. Outlier payments for expensive cases are based upon your facility-specific cost report. This would be true for both a Medicaid hospital and home health agency.
4. States base their Medicaid reimbursement upon the Medicaid cost report, but often the Medicaid auditors look to the Medicare cost report to determine how to treat certain costs or allocations found on the Medicaid report. Sometimes this Medicaid information is recorded on the Medicare cost report itself instead of a separate cost report just for Medicaid.
5. There are still elements of cost reimbursement for different health care providers. In the case of a SNF, there is still cost reimbursement of the fees of a physician who attends a Utilization Review committee, to the extent that his review relates to Medicare patients. In the case of a hospital, there is still cost reimbursement for costs related to a Nursing School or a Paramedic Education program.
6. Hospitals that receive special State subsidies for treating charity care and indigent patients are subject to a cap (known as DSH cap). The cap limits subsidies reimbursement for uncompensated costs of care of the Medicaid and other indigent patients based upon the Medicare cost report. This cap is calculated using perdiem costs and cost-to-charge ratios taken from the Medicare cost report.
7. Payment rates for hospitals and SNFs are adjusted for different locations per that location’s wage index. The wage index is based currently on hospital cost reports.
8. There are still some entities that receive cost reimbursement for all the care, such as Critical Access Hospitals.
INDIRECT MEDICAL EDUCATION (IME) PAYMENTS are payments for extra costs of additional diagnostics, etc. by using residents and interns in a teaching hospital, who are less experienced than doctors. The IME payment is calculated in teh Medicare cost report of the hospital. A CMS summary of this can be found here.
GRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION (GME) PAYMENTS are payments for training residents and interns in a teaching hospital. The GME payment is calculated in the Medicare cost report of the hospital. A CMS summary of this can be found here.
DSH – Hospitals serving a large population of indigent patients may receive a DSH bonus to their Medicare payments. This Medicare DSH payment is calculated in the Medicare cost report of the hospital. This is summarized by CMS in the following summary.
Hospitals can receive bonus payments above the DRG payment for outliers. Outliers are payments for very expensive cases. A CMS summary of this can be found here.
There is a cap on Medicare reimbursement for inpatient hospice care days, and also a cap for an average payment per beneficiary. Palmetto’s website has a nice summary of these caps and a calculator to calculate overpayments due to these caps. It can be found here.


Heart Reach Medical was founded in December 2014 as a sister company to the non-profit Bolt For The Heart (Heart Reach Carmel Inc.). The mission for Bolt For The Heart is to bring awareness about sudden cardiac arrest and raise funds to place AEDs within other non-profit organizations such as schools, churches, community centers, etc.
We found that the need for AEDs extended outside the scope of non-profit organizations that Bolt For The Heart could support. The need for AEDs also extends to many for-profit businesses which recognized the importance of having an AED in their place of business for the safety of their employees and customers.
Heart Reach Medical is a distributor of Cardiac Science AEDs and accessories. We pride ourselves in offering the best price available in the area.
"Stay rescue ready with Heart Reach Medical"
If you are a non-profit organization, we offer incentive pricing below the sales prices in our online store. Please contact us below for additional information. Thank you for your consideration! We look forward to hearing from you!
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Having penile curvatures is a problem that may be more common than initially thought. The sufferers are not only limited to those older than 50. It may be experienced by healthy and young individuals.
The truth is that anyone, ranging from a teen to a man in his senior years, can have penile curvatures. Many men have had an accident and because the injury was not treated, the curvature remained.
But there are some whose penis has had this condition since birth or since puberty.
Define Penile Curvatures
It’s when there are one or several fibrous plaques/scars along the penis length, typically on the upper side or underneath it. The penis could have a 10° to 45° angle. It could be so extreme that the penis looks like the letter J.
It can’t be denied that finding a treatment for penile curvatures is quite complicated.
You don’t want to just leave it alone but then there are risks from undergoing surgery. It may lead to worse damage to the penis.
What sufferers really want to hear is an assurance that the procedure will enable them to experience sex as a pleasurable act again. They want to be sure that the curvature won’t come back.
What Are The Possible Solutions?
For the safe treatment of curvatures, scientists have come up with technological advances that led to development of various penile devices that could treat Peyronie’s disease and make curvatures less obvious.
Have you heard of penis extenders? These devices, which are widely available on the internet, were initially developed to lessen penis curvatures. However, it was discovered from the trials that the devices added inches to the penis.
One example is the SizeGenetics Male Traction Device.
The research paper of Wendy Hurn, a specialist of urology, found that SizeGenetics can correct penile curvature and is a true alternative to going under the knife.
Her research paper is titled ‘Treatment of Penile Retraction in Evolutive Peyronie’s Disease with External Penis-Stretching’.
She made a survey of 22 males (aged from 18 to 78 years old) who had Peyronie’s disease. She grouped them into two. In one group, their penis length stretched by less than 12.5cm while the other group had their penises adding more than 12.5cm to the length.
Both groups were told to use the SizeGenetics device for five hours each day for three months. Hurn measured their penis length at the end of the period. Their penises grew by 0.8-2.3cm on average. Their penile curvatures were also reduced by as much as 20%.
She concluded that Peyronie’s disease can be effectively treated by penis-stretching, particularly when there’s severe penile retraction.
Others have come to the same findings.
The International Journal of Impotence Research released a study titled ‘Can An External Penis Stretcher Reduce Peyronie’s Penile Curvature’, where it was determined that of the eight men in their 50’s who they have asked to use the penis stretcher for a minimum of 4 hours every day for three to six months, all of them had 14° decreases in the curvature from 34° to 20° without sensing any pain or discomfort.
In addition, Paolo Gontero made a study titled ‘Use of Penile Extender Device in the Treatment of Penile Curvature as a Result of Peyronie’s Disease’. He determined that patients’ curvatures of 31° to 27° decreased in the months that they wore the penis stretcher. After a year, the penises were still in their reduced state.
How Do The Devices Work?
Basically, penis extenders like SizeGenetics use a technique comparable to the effects of orthopaedic surgery.
By applying a traction force to the copora cavernosa, cells are distanced from the wall and as a result, they replicate. When these cells accumulate, the penis increases in length.
Because of its 58 way comfort design and by using Medical Type 1 materials, the device can be worn the entire day without any blood flow loss, any skin peeling off, or pain.
Can The Curvature Be Treated by the Devices?
All studies say that the devices are effective in treating curvature. After six months of using a top-quality device, there’s a significant reduction in the curvature. Choose the device that is backed by trials, studies, and plenty of doctors around the world.


I want to express my sincere appreciation for the quality of service and work that Dr. Khaja provides. When you think of going to see a dentist, you think of more challenging experiences, that is not the case here. Dr. Khaja is by far incredibly skilled and offers a great diversity of procedures within his own office.
I came in to the dentist because my tooth was hurting. It was the same tooth that I had just done a root canal on a short while earlier. I was very unhappy with the fact that I had to come back and get the same procedure done a second time. I met with Dr. Khaja and his assistants and they explained to me the reasons why these things can happen and put me at ease that he was going to fix the issue. Great work
I have been terrified of the dentist for as long as I can remember, but after a couple of weeks of constant pain in knew I could not avoid going anymore. Needless to say, I could not have been better taken care of, Dr. Khaja 's calm demeanor and gentle touch made the experience something I could not have imagined. I can thank him
They have changed my life Posted on Wed 30 Sep 2020
I want to thank Dr. Khaja for the work he did with my dentures. I had another Dentist do my dentures and was having trouble with them. They were uncomfortable, they didn't fit, I was getting food stuck in the denture, it got to a point where I didn't even want to eat any more solid foods. One appointment with Dr. Khaja and his denturist and they have changed my life. I don't have any problems anymore and I am back to eating the foods that I love. Thank you!
I am feeling a lot better Posted on Fri 25 Sep 2020
Dr. Khaja is the best dentist in hyderabad. I have been taking tooth cleaning for quite some time for my headaches, right up until I met Dr. Khaja. He immediately saw that I had something wrong with my bite and that was causing my headaches, he then got me a special mouthpiece and now my headaches are gone and I am feeling a lot better. Thank you!!
From the moment I stepped into Dr. Dr. Khaja’s office, it was clear to me that he and his staff cared about me and were committed to offering me a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Thank you so much Dr. Khaja!
My family and I see my sister for hygiene at her dental office as she is a hygienist for another dentist. However, whenever we need ANY dental procedures done she sends us to see Dr. Dr. Khaja. He is amazingly skilled and is on another level.
I had always found going to the dentist stressful due to a bad experience as a child. When I met Dr. Khaja 2 years ago, he immediately put me at ease and was able to freeze me so that I didn’t feel anything when he took my tooth out.
Dr. Khaja is a great dentist with many years of experience. He has been seeing me and my family for the last 12 years. In that time, he has done implants, cosmetic work, wisdom teeth extractions and Invisalign all with excellent results.
Excellent dentist. Easy to communicate with and down to earth. I drive quite a distance to see him. Before him I needed sedation for dental work. Not now. I have told him he should be teaching his freezing techniques as he is that good.
I had seen a surgeon who wanted to take a piece of my hip. I saw Dr. Khaja for a second opinion and he said he could graft without using my hip. Since then I have had other procedures done by Dr. Khaja and have always had great experiences. I won’t see anybody else.
Sometimes you don’t know what you have until you don’t have it. I had Dr Khaja as a dentist my whole life until I moved to another province. I have had several dentists since. All I can say is Dr. Khaja is an AWESOME dentist and I am now travelling back to see him.
When I was younger, I didn’t have braces. As I got older, I became more and more self-conscious of my smile. After a visit with Dr. Khaja, I learned about Invisalign, which wouldn’t require me to have noticeable braces on my teeth. Dr. Khaja took on my Invisalign case, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the results!
I’m comfortable with them Posted on Sat 14 Mar 2020
I’ve been a long time patient of Dr. Khaja’s and after each visit I’m blown away at how gentle he is. He takes time to explain my treatment and makes sure I’m comfortable before he begins. I wouldn’t see anyone else.
Let me start by saying I’m a very nervous patient I was referred to Dr. Khaja by a neighbor and I couldn’t be happier. He made me feel very at ease. He was gentle and considerate. I had a wonderful experience!
I walk in to his clinic to the end I where happy with everything , the way he treat his patient, I were so stressful before going there but after that I were so happy, the way he explain and spend time with patient I love it!
Smile Dental Hospital and the staff are so nice, punctual and smiley. I had always stressful experience but Dr. Khaja and his relaxed staff, treated me in the best way and approach. I highly recommend Dr. Khaja sand Smile Dental Hospital.
Dr. Khaja genuine love for treatment is obvious through his patience with difficult patients like myself. I have a long history of visiting 6 different dentists during 13 years and finally I found my dentist for life!
Dr. Khaja's been my dentist since I ever needed dental care. I've got more than 4 cavities, multiple times cleaning and 1 time root canal. What's outstanding is I never had to go back for a repair because he's done a proper job every time. I strongly recommend that you give him a shot for all your dental needs.
Very fast with good service Posted on Sun 17 Nov 2019
Dr. Khaja's dental clinic is always very welcoming. It is very clean always which is very reassuring. Every dentist include Dr. Khaja I have seen here have been of a very high standard and they work very fast with good sedation methods if you are nervous like me.
Treatment were excellent as well Posted on Mon 11 Nov 2019
I was a bit worried it would be a painful wisdom tooth extraction but I needn't have worried. I didn't feel a thing. The care and after treatment were excellent as well. They called me day after to follow up so respectful action from his great team.
Absolutely fantastic Implant surgery. The treatment I have received has been of an excellent standard. Dr. Khaja treated me with dignity and respect, gave all information about procedures and asked about my comfort during surgery
A huge thank you to Dr. Khaja and all his staff at Smile Dental Hospital, who are all truly amazing. I was referred to this practice for a surgical procedure, by my own family doctor. He was from start to finish extremely patient focused, understanding, caring and informative.
For over a year I was trying to get a new denture which would be as comfortable as the one I had for 8 years. I was referred to Smile Dental Hospital Practice by my tenant and it was there I met the wonderful Dr. Khaja first appointment to the last one (yesterday) He has been truly brilliant.
He explained every treatment in detail and rarely did we experience pain during his work from surgery to fillings. We was in a very responsible hand always. Thank you Dr. Khaja and Smile Dental Hospital team.
Dr. Khaja is awesome. He cares for his patients, is honest and forthright and a dentist one can totally trust. His staff is very friendly, polite, accommodating and pleasant as well. Best dental clinic ever!
New implant and bridge finished last week and I am getting along easily. It Feels like a natural tooth and Looks like one, too. The entire process was very straight forward and I would like to thank the staff.
Dr. Khaja is one of few dentists I have ever known to do everything he possibly could to save his patient tooth. Smile Dental Hospital team is very friendly and should be recommended for their effort in making their patient feel comfortable during their visit.
Professional and courteous care Posted on Thu 29 Aug 2019
I love the professional and courteous care that I always receive by Team. Dr. Khaja always takes the time to discuss findings and treatment, and the hygienists are always very informational. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
It was almost a year that I need to remove my wisdom teeth and because of my fear I didn’t go for it. Dr. Khaja you did a fantastic job. You did a surgery with no pain and no side effects. I am so grateful to find you and you are my Fav dentist ever.
Very pleased with the services Posted on Tue 27 Aug 2019
I am always treated with respect by Dr. Khaja and his kind staff from years. Recently I had my teeth extracted and new dentures made. I am very pleased with the services provided and my denture is so well fitted.
I initially went to Smile Dental Hospital as an emergency as I’d lost a filling just before Christmas and was unable to get hold of my usual dentist. I was pleased and relieved by the treatment, so much so that became now Dr. Khaja’s patient. I have recently improved my smile with 2 veneers.
They have been answered and all procedures and options explained carefully. Contact is easy and response helpful. Any delays are acceptable because the needs of patients are being considered. I have no problem recommending them to anyone else.
Dr. Khaja who was an excellent pro, very gentle and knew what he was doing. I had a previous front tooth filling done repeatedly wrong and falling out, where Dr. Khaja did a really proper job and you can't tell it was filled. Highly recommend him and the practice.
Dr. Khaja became my dentist after seeking out a new one for my brother with special needs. Not only was he the only one who could assist with his issues, but his work is extremely detail oriented and very good. I decided to go to him for myself and even recommend him to my husband.
I am writing this review to say thank you to everyone at Smile Dental Hospital and specially Dr. Khaja. I started treatment before Christmas but could not continue due to my Critical health issue. The practice totally understood and continued to offer appointments which made me easy to arrange with that illness condition. My treatment is now complete. I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone.
Dr. Khaja agreed to see me for an emergency same day appointment although I'm not a patient at their practice. The welcome was warm, the procedure was painless and fairly priced and the results very positive! I'd really like to be on the patient list and do my future surgery based upon this treatment. My thanks Smile Dental Hospital and the reception staff for a very smooth dental experience.


Do What You Can Do
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive, terminal neurological disease. There is no treatment and there is no cure.
ALS went from relative obscurity to a household name during the phenomenon of the Ice Bucket Challenge, yet it remains a severly underfunded disease.
TeamCurtis4aCure was founded to assist in the fight to raise awareness and funding. Adopting the mantra "Do What You Can Do" TeamCurtis4aCure challenges everyone to do what they can do to raise awareness, raise funds and support those patients and caregivers dealing with ALS.
TeamCurtis4aCure has partnered with the ALS Association Nevada Chapter as a primary fundraising arm. We support the mission of the ALSA in providing much needed assistance and resources to the more than 100 ALS patients and families in Nevada.


What is Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty? Fundamentals and Technical Aspects
Ultrasonic piezo rhinoplasty is a method developed in rhinoplasty surgeries in recent years. With this method, the nasal bones can be shaped with the device’s help, and their angles and positions can be changed. If you are unsatisfied with your nose and are considering rhinoplasty surgery, it is much easier to get the nose you dream of with today’s techniques.
This method has been a revolutionary development in rhinoplasty surgeries. In traditional rhinoplasty surgeries, this bone shaping is performed with hand rasp and bone cutters called osteotomes. In the past years, performing osteotomy (bone shaping) with bone cutters was the weakest point of the surgery and one of the most common causes of revisions. In rhinoplasty surgeries, it is often necessary to cut the bones on the side wall of the nose and change their angles. Ultrasonic methods can make excellent work and bone shaping very close to the surgical designs planned before surgery for all these procedures.
Ultrasonic methods only affect the bone but do not affect the vessels, soft tissues, mucosa, or cartilage tissues next to the bone.
Since the device’s operating frequencies are only for cutting and shaping the bone, there is no risk of damage to the surrounding tissues. It can offer a much faster healing opportunity with less edema and bruising than the classical method.
Anatomy of the nose:
Understanding the anatomy of the nose is critical to the success of rhinoplasty surgery. The nose has a complex structure as both an aesthetic and functional organ. Here are the main features of nasal anatomy:
1. Nasal Bone Skeleton:
The nose is a structure consisting of bone in the upper 1/3 part and cartilage in the lower 2/3 part. The bones in the upper part combine with the bones from the lower part of the face and forehead. These bones, which form the nasal skeleton, provide the shape and durability of the nose.
2. Cartilage Nose Structures:
These cartilages in the middle and lower part of the nose give the flexibility and shape of the nose. These cartilages comprise one single and middle-upper lateral cartilage and two crescent-shaped alar cartilages united in the middle. The alar cartilages are located under the wings of the nose in a half-moon shape, and the shape of the wings and tip of the nose are determined.
3. Internal Structure of the Nose:
There are structures called septum and concha inside the nose. The septum is the structure in the center of the nose, consisting of cartilage in the front and bone in the back, and it separates both nasal cavities from each other. Concha is an erectile structure containing glands that regulate the airflow and humidity of the nose. The placement of the septum and turbinates plays a vital role in nasal physiology and functions.
4. Muscles and Soft Tissues:
The nose consists of small muscles and soft tissues under the skin. These structures are in close contact with the subcutaneous tissues.
The nose is a structure of cosmetic importance and the organ where a vital event such as breathing begins. Therefore, it is necessary to understand its anatomical structure in detail and to preserve or improve its functions during surgery.
What is Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty, and what is not?
Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty is a method whose success depends on the experience and skills of the surgeon. The device can be considered as a hand tool and cannot perform the surgery alone.
Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty offers many different advantages and some disadvantages compared to traditional rhinoplasty methods:
Advantages of Ultrasonic Methods:
1. More Precise Osteotomy: Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty allows for a more planned and precise cutting of the bones of the nasal side wall and nasal root as if drawn in pencil. This makes the surgery more predictable and controlled.
2. Millimetric Planning: With the filing tips of the devices, the height of the nasal ridge can be adjusted millimetrically according to the patient’s expectations. This allows for a flatter and higher nasal ridge in male patients and a more curved and feminine nasal ridge in women.
3. No Damage to Surrounding Tissues: Ultrasonic nasal tips do not work when it comes to the surrounding soft tissues, mucosa, muscles, nerves, and vessels and therefore do not cause any damage. This contributes to the reduction of postoperative edema and bruising.
Disadvantages of Ultrasonic Technique:
1. Heating of the Device Tip: The tips of ultrasonic devices can get hot, so it is necessary to wet them constantly during operation. It must be worked away from the skin and subcutaneous tissue with a careful nurse assistant. Otherwise, burns may occur on the skin.
2. Extra Operation Cost: Various trademarks of Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty devices of different qualities and prices. This causes the surgeon to depend on both the device and nurse assistance during surgery. All this means that the costs of the surgery increase.
How can I find the right surgeon for Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty:
While Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty offers a more precise and controlled surgery than traditional methods, the skill of the surgeon and the quality of the device directly affect the success of this technique. Therefore, it is crucial for patients who prefer this method to choose an experienced surgeon.
Here are some essential criteria to consider when deciding on ultrasonic surgery:
1. Surgeon’s Accreditation and Experience: The surgeon’s qualification and experience significantly impact your surgical results. It is vital to choose an accredited surgeon specializing in this field. Consulting more than one surgeon and getting an online consultation will help you make the right decision.
2. Evaluation of Surgeon’s Previous Cases: You can understand the surgeon’s skills by examining before and after photos and videos of the surgeon’s previous operations.
3. Patient Comments: Reaching the comments and experiences of patients who have had this surgery before will give you valuable information about how the surgeon does his job.
4. Discussing the Surgery Details: Discussing all the details and establishing open communication with your surgeon before the surgery is imperative.
5. Cost and Financial Status: In addition to an experienced surgeon, the up-to-date technology used increases the cost of the surgery. In addition, the quality of the hospital where the surgery will be performed, anesthesia, and other health professionals are also value factors that affect the cost.
Making a comprehensive evaluation by considering all parameters such as cost, surgeon’s experience, communication skills, and the quality of the hospital will increase the success of your surgery. In this process, the crucial point is to clearly determine your surgical goals and expectations and find the most suitable surgical option.
What is the price of Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty ?
The living standards of the country and the city where the surgery will be performed have an essential place in determining the surgery prices. In addition, the experience of the surgeon who will perform the surgery and the quality of the hospital and team where the surgery will be performed are other factors that affect the surgery cost.
The price of this surgery varies between 2500 and 5500 Euros on average in Turkey. The prices mentioned above are average prices, and there may be prices above or below this. These prices are valid for patients who will have their first surgery, and the prices of revision surgeries are about 50% above this average.
How is the Healing Process of Ultrasonic Surgery?
When nose jobs are performed with ultrasonic methods, less edema and bruising are seen compared to traditional methods. In addition, since the surrounding soft tissues are better protected, they show a faster recovery period.
Early period (first two weeks) healing process:
In our clinic;
– We remove the silicones in the nose 2-3 days after the surgery.
– On the sixth day, we remove the plasters and splints on the back of the nose. After an average of 6 days after the operation, we can send the person to their country.
– After this period, we can carry out all follow-ups of our patients with online consultations. Therefore, there is no need for our patient to come to Istanbul and reach us again for any control purposes.
After an average of 2 weeks after the operation, when looking at the patient’s face, edema and bruises disappear entirely so that many people do not realize that they have undergone surgery. However, the final form of the nose, which we call micro-edema reduction, can continue for several months.
Late recovery (2 weeks to 6th month after surgery) process:
After ultrasonic piezo rhinoplasty surgeries, we obtain the final results after 4-6 months for patients who will undergo the first surgery. Our recommendations in this period:
– First six weeks: Protecting the facial area from the sun and sleeping in the supine position
– Not wearing glasses and not sleeping face down: We recommend this for 4-6 months.
– Avoid any trauma on the nose and stay away from activities that will cause this. Because in the newly operated nose, while the bones and cartilage are shaped and set in place, any impact can cause deformities in the nose.
Ultrasonic rhinoplasty are a method that has developed and become widespread in recent years and has a great positive effect on the results of surgery. However, this method is only a hand tool and the experience of the surgeon using it is the most important factor in the success of the surgery, and choosing the right surgeon is the most important key to achieving the nose you dream of.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Is Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty Better?
With Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty methods, reshaping the nose can be done more as planned, therefore, there is less tissue damage and edema. Consequently, it is a method that promises better results when used in experienced hands.
Is Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty Safe?
The device is a very safe method when used correctly by an experienced surgeon. As with any technology, this method requires experience. When the bone area is removed from the skin, and the area is prevented from heating due to the tip of the device, much more planned bone shaping can be achieved.
Is Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty Cheaper?
It is not cheap; it is a more expensive technology. It has a slightly higher cost because it requires a higher price than bone cutting with a conventional hammer and bone shaping with hand files.
Is Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty Painly and Heavy?
Bone shaping and incision procedures performed with Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty methods do not damage the surrounding soft tissues. Since the method works without damaging the nerves and small blood vessels, postoperative edema and pain are generally less common.
Is Rhinoplasty Surgery Safe in Turkey?
Turkey is one of the countries where rhinoplasty surgeries are performed most frequently in the world. Since the primary source of income of the country is tourism, there is a high-security environment. In addition to the quality of physicians and auxiliary health personnel in Turkey, hospitals’ technical and equipment capacities are also at world standards. Therefore, it is possible to have a rhinoplasty surgery in Turkey, which offers a very high level of security.
How long should I stay in Turkey after rhinoplasty?
After the surgery, it is generally recommended to arrange 5-8 days between your arrival and return. Usually, on the 5th or 6th day of the surgery, your splints and plasters on the back of your nose are removed. After this, you can quickly return to your country. Since the follow-up and controls of these surgeries can be done online, you do not need to come back again for control purposes.
What are the Risks of Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty?
Ultrasonic methods are ultimately a technological device. During the process of shaping the bones with this device, if an inexperienced surgeon or a correct and appropriate nurse assistant is not provided, there is a risk of the device escaping into the surrounding tissues and damaging them, the possibility of the device heating up. The area should be washed with water to avoid any skin burns from this heating. When all these are applied, skin and bone burns are complications that are almost never seen.
What are the Disadvantages of Ultrasonic Piezo Rhinoplasty?
Ultrasonic methods slightly increase the cost and price of the surgery. In addition, for the method to succeed, a surgeon and team with experience in this device are required. When the area is not sufficiently dissected from the skin or when the heating of the tip of the device is not sufficiently reduced, there is a risk of burns in the bone or surrounding tissues. However, all these risks are infrequent when the device is properly calibrated and used.
Who is the best ultrasonic piezo rhinoplasty surgeon in Turkey?
Prof. Dr. Seçkin Ulusoy is a surgeon who has successfully performed over 4000 cosmetic rhinoplasty surgeries for over 20 years. He is also an ear-nose-throat specialist who is highly recognized by scientific circles all over the world for his academic and scientific studies. He performs his nose job surgeries in the most central hospitals of Istanbul with surgical and operating teams.


Extracted from eucalyptus leaves in Namaacha, in Maputo Province.
Helps with respiratory diseases (cough, bronchitis, sore throat, etc.), relieves muscle aches and asthma and also acts as mosquito repellent. It is also useful in wound care due to its antiseptic properties.
For breathing problems, add 5 drops to a boiled-water-full container and inhale the steam.
To aromatise and perfume indoors, place a drop of oil in each corner of the room.
Apply to your skin for a mosquito repellent effect.
Available in 10ml, 250ml and 2500ml jars.


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Most hand sanitizers contain high percentages of alcohol to poison germs, generally over 65%. This creates a highly flammable, poisonous mix that carries with it the opportunity for being ingested amongst other factors. Constant use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers also has the effect of drying out your skin, leading to irritation and cracking. My-shield® Foaming Hand Sanitizer is water-based and contains no alcohol. It’s also nonflammable and non-poisonous, making it more effective & safer hand sanitizer for the whole family.
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Antiseptic/Hand & Skin Sanitizer
Hand Sanitizer to help decrease bacteria on the skin – Recommended for repeated use.
Apply liberally to the palms of the hands. Rub into skin until dry. Recommended for repeat use.
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Translation is important in the medical industry because it allows healthcare professionals to communicate effectively with patients who speak different languages and who will need to have equal access to medical services.
The Value of Medical Translation:
The process of translating documents, medical reports, and medical terminology into a patient’s native language in order to improve doctor-patient communication is known as medical translation. The use of non-professional or non-medical interpreters during doctor-patient consultations can result in misinterpretation, diagnostic and treatment errors. As a result, professional translators with medical knowledge are required to ensure accurate communication between healthcare professionals and patients.
Translation is used in the medical industry to improve patient care, provide equal access to medical services for all, and improve the quality of medical treatment. Translation fosters trust, empathy, and mutual understanding between healthcare providers and patients by removing communication barriers.
Medical Translation Types:
There are various types of medical translation. Medical reports, medical billing and coding, informed consent forms, prescription information, and medicine labels are some of the most common types.
Medical reports, such as diagnostic reports, are required for doctors to determine a patient’s condition. Accurate translation of these medical reports is critical for making an accurate diagnosis and deciding on a suitable treatment plan.
Medical billing and coding are required in order for healthcare institutions to be paid for the medical services they provide. It is critical to accurately translate these documents in order to avoid errors in compensation and legal issues.
Patients’ consent to medical procedures recommended by healthcare professionals is ensured by informed consent forms. Accurate translation of these forms is critical for obtaining informed consent from patients and avoiding legal issues.
Prescription information and medicine labels provide patients with information about the dosage, effects, and side effects of the medications they are taking. Accurate translation of these documents ensures patient safety and avoids medical errors.
Medical translation presents significant challenges, including the complexity of medical terminology, the need for specialised knowledge, and cultural differences. Translations must be performed by certified translators or by a reputable company.
Yes, we offer translation services to both individuals and businesses. Individuals’ documents that we translate include, but are not limited to, birth certificates, marriage contracts, school and university reports and certificates, driving licenses, passports and residency stamps, title deeds and many others.
A translation with judicial verification is performed by a translator appointed by the Ministry of Justice. The certified translator guarantees that the translated content is identical to the original. The original document, or copy of the original document, is securely fastened to the certified translation and the translator’s signature and seal appear on the translation as well. A certified translation is usually required when the translation is intended for use with local or foreign government bodies as embassies, ministries, state offices, courts, insurance companies, medical institutions, schools, universities, etc.
The translation fee includes both the translation of the text and its review. A translator who is qualified for a specific topic performs the translation and the translation is reviewed by a native speaker or an excellent speaker of the target language.
The cost of the translation is influenced by four factors: the source and target languages, the word content and subject matter of the source text as well as the final format of the target text.
A standard page contains 200 words.
The process is determined by the format of the text you send us for translation. If the text is received in an uneditable format, we will first convert it to an editable format and then calculate the number of standard pages based on the number of words. We calculate the translation fee based on the latter.
Yes. The rate per word for translations performed between a given language combination differs. This is a supply and demand process, and typically, the more translators there are for a given language combination, the lower the rate.
We provide translations into and from the majority of European and world languages. We collaborate with over 1000 translators world wide and translate into 85 different languages. Please contact us if you require a translation into any language combination and we will do our best to find the appropriate translator.
You can send us the text for translation through our website, email, regular mail or in person. From computer files to paper documents, we accept all types of documents and files.
We always strive to please the customer, and when time is of the essence, we complete translations in record time. We will send you an offer indicating the timeline for completion of the project within one hour of receiving your request. However, the time required for the translation itself is determined by a number of factors, including the text’s complexity, the number of translation materials, the language combination, and so on.
Every translation is backed up by our guarantee quality assurance and, if needed, design production services.
Legal entities pay the invoice after the translation services are completed. Unless otherwise agreed, the payment period is 10 days. Individuals pay the bill before the translation. The service can be paid for using PayPal, e-banking, or the traditional payment slip. Translation services begin as soon as we receive payment or a payment receipt sent to us via e-mail.


On behalf of the Division of Neonatology and our neonatal intensive care services at the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore (CHAM) – Albert Einstein College of Medicine, we send our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and loved ones of Dr. George Ofori-Amanfo. We were privileged and honored to know and work with George during his time at CHAM when he served as Chief of the Division of Pediatric Critical Care. Dr. Ofori-Amanfo was a master clinician and educator and a truly gentle, kind man who cherished his patients and his colleagues. He was a staunch advocate for all children and their right to equity and health justice.
In addition to his neonatal colleagues who held George in high regard, our Weiler NICU has several staff members from Ghana who were overjoyed and so very proud of Dr. Ofori-Amanfo and all that he achieved, contributed and represented.
May Dr. George Ofori-Amanfo rest in peace and love, and may his memory be a blessing to all.


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Dental Insurance and Billing
We accept most traditional insurance plans, contact our office to verify acceptance of your plan. Bogin DDS does not participate in Health Management Organizations; however, we will be happy to file your insurance claims for you. We accept checks, cash or credit cards. We also offer a flexible payment plan. Please see our Financial Coordinator for details. We are happy to file insurance for your reimbursement as long as you are free to choose your own dentist.
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The TABLET trial is an important research study which is looking at the role of thyroid antibodies in women with unexplained miscarriage.
The researchers are particularly interested in seeing whether a drug called Levothyroxine reduces the risk of miscarriage in women who have thyroid antibodies even though their thyroid hormones are in the normal range.
The researchers want to screen and recruit as many women as possible so they can be sure that numbers are big enough to make the eventual results reliable.
Screening The first step is to screen women who have either had a miscarriage or unexplained infertility, to see whether they have thyroid antibodies. That’s useful information for anyone and helps identify women who need immediate treatment.
The women who test positive but don’t need treatment are then invited to enter the trial.
Who can take part?
The researchers are recruiting women who:
- are aged 16 – 40
- hope to conceive in the next year
- have had a previous miscarriage or are due to have fertility treatment
- do not have known thyroid disease – and
- are willing to be selected at random to have either the treatment or a placebo, without knowing which they are given.
If you are interested in finding out more, click on the link: Miscarriage Association – The TABLET Trial