Valley News
A New Era of Surgical Care Arrives in Oakdale, CA
In medicine, there are moments when technology quietly reshapes what is possible for patients, surgeons, and communities. Oak Valley Hospital District is proud to announce one of those moments. Oak...
Benefits of Robotics For Urology Procedures
Advancements in surgical technology have transformed the way urologic conditions are treated. Among the most impactful innovations is robotic-assisted surgery, a minimally invasive approach that enhances surgical precision while prioritizing patient comfort, safety,...
Navigating menopause after cancer
By Maureen Salamon, Executive Editor, Harvard Women's Health Watch Managing menopause after breast cancer involves understanding unique challenges, exploring treatment options, and making lifestyle changes to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life....
Tackling Transitional Care
Original Article | By: Michelle Passaretti MSN, RN, CCMHealthcare systems continuously invest in resources and strategies to enhance and improve care transitions as a way of improving patient outcomes. According to Parry et al. (2021), transitions of care (TOC) is...
Patients on GLP-1s May Be High-Risk for Poor Prep
Original Article | Gatroenterology & Endoscopy NewsUse of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists before colonoscopy can result in significantly lower quality preparation and repeat procedures, according to a retrospective study published in the American Journal...
New HSS Studies Highlight the Benefits of Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement Surgery
Original Article | HSS Journal | Feb 12, 2024The use of robotics is becoming increasingly common in joint replacement, but more research is needed to quantify its benefits. HSS investigators presented two retrospective studies at the American Academy of Orthopaedic...
How Soon Can I Fly After Bariatric Surgery?
Original Article | HSS Journal | Feb 12, 2024General Timeline for Flying After Bariatric Surgery How soon can you fly after bariatric surgery? Most surgeons recommend waiting at least six weeks before boarding a plane, but some may advise waiting eight weeks. This...
How Robotics Are Revolutionizing Surgical Care
Original Article | HSS Journal | Feb 12, 2024In the last two decades, few innovations have transformed healthcare as dramatically as robotic-assisted surgery. Once considered futuristic, robotic systems are now a standard tool in operating rooms around the world—and...