http://www.medicalread.com en-us http://www.medicalread.com N/A staff@medicalread.com Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:05:20 -0500 20 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3827/1/at-the-parker-center-for-plastic-surgery-new-jersey-rapid-recovery-means-less-downtime-in-time-for-bikini-season.html At the Parker Center for Plastic Surgery, New Jersey, Dr. Paul M. Parker will reset expectations about down time after cosmetic surgery. Rapid recovery techniques focus on the whole you -- getting patients back to work, school or play in less time than one might expect -- and looking better than could be dreamed. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 30 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3819/1/recovery-elements-celebrates-grand-opening-of-compression-garment-healing-products-store.html Nearly 12 million cosmetic procedures were performed last year in the U.S., creating a huge demand for products that aid in healing. Recovery Elements, a surgery recovery goods company now celebrating the grand opening of its online store, targets this niche market. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 29 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3788/1/medsurge-advances-to-host-laser-lipolysis-education-seminars-featuring-lipothermetrade.html MedSurge Advances to host two day laser lipolysis seminar to provide physicians with necessary tools and training necessary to integrate laser lipolysis into their current practice or medical spa. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3779/1/plastic-surgeon-announces-new-maryland-plastic-surgery-technique.html Dr. Michael Chiaramonte is a board-certified plastic surgeon whose latest body contouring technique -- the Bella Body Lift -- combines tummy tuck and liposuction, allowing Maryland patients to sculpt and contour their entire mid-sections with a single lipoabdominoplasty procedure. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3777/1/plastic-surgeon-allan-parungao-md-initiated-into-american-college-of-surgeons.html Oak Park, Ill. board-certified plastic surgeon and author Allan Parungao, MD, has become a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, the largest organization of surgeons in the world. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3775/1/introducing-the-next-dimension-of-medical-imaging-canfield039s-breast-sculptor-first-3d-breast-simulation-technology.html The Plastic Surgery Group in Montclair, NJ, is among the first in the nation to use the prototype of the Breast Sculptor, a state of the art medical imaging system offering patients dynamic three-dimensional consultations for breast augmentation and reconstruction. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 16 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3761/1/patient-safety-begins-with-asking-the-right-questions-plastic-surgeon-advises.html "Few patients realize that any licensed physician can call himself or herself a 'plastic' or 'cosmetic' surgeon--even if the doctor has no surgical training at all," says board-certified plastic surgeon and author Allan Parungao, MD, FACS. "That's why it's so important to ask questions about a surgeon's training and board certification before having plastic surgery." staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3742/1/for-breast-augmentation-in-michigan-patients-choosing-silicone-over-saline.html The FDA re-approved silicone breast implants in 2006, but at least one Michigan breast augmentation surgeon continues to see a rise in the number of women who are choosing silicone gel implants over saline, as well as the number of women who are "trading out" their saline implants for silicone. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3741/1/new-from-leica-microsystems---the-world039s-most-compact-neurosurgical-microscope-with-horizontal-optics-leica-m720-oh5.html Leica Microsystems is writing a groundbreaking chapter in the history of optics design by the introduction of horizontal optics technology. The optics carrier is so compact that the surgeon naturally adopts a healthy working posture, this allows hours of fatigue-free work.The Leica M720 OH5 supports the surgeon as he works; he can see more and see better, work even more safely and generally benefit from the perfect ergonomics. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3737/1/walnut-creek-breast-augmentation-and-san-ramon-liposuction-by-the-book.html As the number one cosmetic surgical procedure in the United States, breast augmentation is a procedure thousands of plastic surgeons have performed. But, with "Your Complete Guide to Breast Augmentation & Body Contouring," San Ramon plastic surgeon Dr. Thomas McNemar wrote the book. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3684/1/ideal-image-development-corporation-announces-santos-figueroa-iii-as-the-director-of-operations.html The CIO of Ideal Image Development Corporation will now also hold the title of Director of Operations. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 29 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3683/1/aestheticenhanceorg-launches-cme-certified-case-study-on-mid-face-volumizing.html Professional Postgraduate Services® staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 29 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3665/1/mediware-delivers-new-product-ahead-of-schedule-to-improve-safety-of-transplantable-materials.html BiologiCare™ is the first commercial grade, integrated software product to ensure safe and efficient management of bone, tissue and other cellular products used in healthcare facilities. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 26 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3664/1/x-factorrsquos-niki-evans-amazing-cosmetic-surgery-success.html X Factor’s Niki Evans lost 18 inches with MYA Cosmetic Surgery. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 26 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3639/1/updated-plastic-surgery-web-site-features-areola-restoration-and-inverted-nipple-surgery.html Across the country, millions of women are unhappy with nipples that are puffy, inverted, or overly large. A Los Angeles plastic surgery practice offers help for these women through safe, proven plastic surgery methods, now detailed in its updated specialty Web site. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 20 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3624/1/john-a-millard-md-is-featured-in-the-british-tatler039s-a-list-of-cosmetic-surgeons---this-global-guide-to-top-notch-doctors-spotlights-the-denver-colorado-based-surgeon-specializing-in-vaser-hi-def-liposculpture.html “Their innovations are shaping the art of cosmetic surgery around the world...” states the British Tatler Cosmetic Surgery Guide 2008, referencing the many cosmetic surgeons who are “at the top of their game...these are the experts you must see.” John A. Millard, M.D. and his private practice, Millard Plastic Surgery staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3607/1/beverly-hills-cosmetic-surgeons-join-forces-as-weekly-bloggers.html Ever wonder how you can get bargain prices from top plastic surgeons? Or why patients must first go through extensive physical exams before rejuvenation surgery? The answers to these and many other questions about plastic surgery are found on a new blog that carries two eminent Beverly Hills plastic surgeons, Robert Kotler, M.D. and Stuart Linder, M.D. Jointly, they are known as "Tuck 'N' Stitch." staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3562/1/naples-plastic-surgery-teleseminar----most-popular-cosmetic-surgery-procedures-for-men-and-women-and-how-to-get-the-best-results.html This Naples plastic surgery teleseminar on March 12 at 7 p.m. EST will educate people about surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures, how to get the best results, how to choose a plastic surgeon and information about fees. Registration is limited to 250 people and early registration is advised. Click here to register for this informative cosmetic surgery teleseminar staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 04 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3537/1/dr-bruce-genter-md-facs-introduces-trans-umbilical-breast-augmentation-tuba.html Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Bruce Genter is now offering a new breast enhancement procedure called Trans-Umbilical Breast Augmentation or TUBA. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3494/1/mdreportnet-launch-charity-contribution.html MDReport.Net announced it will make contribution to a charity based on the patient voting. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 20 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3479/1/patients-trading-sunlight-for-laser-light-at-cosmetic-surgery-practice-in-st-louis.html Now that the summer sun has left its mark, a St. Louis cosmetic surgery practice is offering a full range of laser technology for a wide variety of skin rejuvenation procedures, including spider vein removal, acne treatment, and laser hair removal for St. Louis, MO residents. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 17 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3477/1/new-sleek-medspa-offers-anti-aging-services-and-laser-hair-removal-in-aventura-florida.html The newest mall medical spa is planned to open in late November and will provide non-invasive procedures such as Botox and Mesotherapy to its Miami, Florida, area customers. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 17 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3422/1/healthcare-education-campaign-expanded---what-fda-approval-really-means.html The recent FDA seizure of an unapproved eyelash growth product has prompted staff at eHealthinfoline.com to update their Healthcare Education Campaign launched last month. They will now include facts about what FDA-approval means to the consumer. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3408/1/facelifts-botoxreg-and-lipo--with-a-personal-chef-fashion-stylist-and-martini-on-the-side.html Dr. Nicolette Picerno unveils Concierge Service to give patients the royal treatment - from private chefs to housekeeping to limo service, she's helping beauty mavens recover in style staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 04 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3407/1/stay-at-home-mom-invents-ultimate-slimming-bra.html Shapeez launches flagship product the Unbelievabra™; a luxurious and sexy all-in-one bra and body slimmer. The unique patent pending design provides superior slimming of the tummy, waist and back, while beautifully shaping and supporting the breasts. The product is made from breathable cool-tex microfiber that wicks moisture away from the body keeping you cool and comfortable."Say hello to beautiful breasts and goodbye to back fat!", says inventor Staci Berner. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3398/1/barbeque-and-botox-a-few-of-dad039s-favorite-things-introducing-the-new-pca-body-peel.html The Skin Center Medical Spa specializes in minimally-invasive rejuvenation treatments for men. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3396/1/liposuction-in-denver-forget-the-method-focus-on-results.html When considering body contouring, the most popular choice is liposuction. Denver patients are often interested in a specific procedure type, but they can get satisfying results by focusing more on the skills and credentials of their Colorado liposuction doctor. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3376/1/los-angeles-cosmetic-surgeon-dr-joel-aronowitz-is-ahead-of-the-legislative-curve-for-patient-safety.html Dr. Joel Aronowitz, Los Angeles cosmetic surgeon, considers patient safety and well-being without the need for legislation. Board-certified and trained at prestigious Baylor College of Medicine, Dr. Aronowitz encourages patients to research their prospective surgeon's credentials and his or her experience. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3362/1/body-shaping-company-eleme-medical-featured-in-the-boston-globe039s-039039office-invasion039039-series-at-bostoncom-----company039s-smoothshapestm-medical-device-is-designed-to-offer--new-innovative-way-to-treat-cellulite-safely-and.html Eleme Medical Inc., a premier aesthetics company entering the body shaping market with an initial focus on cellulite, announced today that The Boston Globe's "Office Invasion" online video series is featuring Eleme and its FDA-cleared SmoothShapes medical device at www.Boston.com. Boston.com offers 24-hour breaking news and sports with coverage from The Boston Globe. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3351/1/breakthrough-organization-will-benefit-post-bariatric-patients.html A group of distinguished plastic surgeons has launched a powerful new resource for individuals who have experienced dramatic weight loss due to bariatric surgery or intensive dieting named the American Society of Bariatric Plastic Surgeons. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 23 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3348/1/fort-lauderdale-cosmetic-surgeon-goes-interactive-featuring-breast-implants.html Dr. Paul Wigoda, plastic surgeon and owner of Me Day Spa and The Aesthetics Institute is pleased to announce the launch of his blog dedicated to reporting on the latest trends in cosmetic surgery, aesthetics and beauty. Each week will feature an article written by Dr. Wigoda or his associates, sharing some of the thoughts they feel are important to the beauty industry. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 21 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3323/1/considering-plastic-surgery-new-plastic-surgeon-referral-service-has-all-the-board-certified-plastic-surgeon-resources-patients-need.html Finding a local plastic surgeon or checking on a doctor's credentials and background is only a click or phone call away. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3310/1/connecting-the-dots-new-dot-therapy-makes-aging-lines-and-wrinkles-disappear.html DOT Therapy is the newest breakthrough technology in laser skin resurfacing. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3303/1/new-and-innovative-non-surgical-alternative-to-liposuction-available-in-houston-from-dr-camille-cash.html For women and men in Houston considering liposuction, an injection-based therapy may be an alternative for reducing localized pockets of fat and cellulite staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3273/1/smartlipotrade-for-ohio-patients-now-available-at-columbus-aesthetic-amp-plastic-surgery.html Columbus Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery has begun offering SmartlipoTM laser liposuction for their Columbus, Ohio patients. Smartlipo is a minimally-invasive alternative to traditional liposuction that uses laser technology to eliminate fat cells. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3247/1/latest-hyaluronic-acid-filler-takes-the-sting-out-of-beauty.html In the war of the injectable beauty fillers, the battle will soon become heated with the arrival of the newest hyaluronic acid injectable gel filler in the U.S. aesthetics market. Anika Therapeutics' FDA-approved ELEVESS™ enters the arena with a clear combat advantage: incorporation of lidocaine with their hyaluronic acid gel, to improve injection comfort. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3231/1/walnut-creek-breast-augmentation-and-san-ramon-liposuction-by-the-book.html As the number one cosmetic surgical procedure in the United States, breast augmentation is a procedure thousands of plastic surgeons have performed. But, with "Your Complete Guide to Breast Augmentation & Body Contouring," San Ramon plastic surgeon Dr. Thomas McNemar wrote the book. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 30 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3190/1/top-five-unique-father039s-day-gifts-father039s-day-2008-offers-dad-great-gifts-from-race-car-driving-to-hair-restoration.html Make Dad's Father's Day gift stand out from the crowd this June 15, 2008. Forget about ordinary gifts like an iPod nano, a pair of Simpsons underwear, or an outdoor barbeque. Brad Pitt, Tiger Woods, and Tom Cruise don't get a necktie-in-a-box for a Father's Day gift, right? So, whether Dad is thirty-something or holding on to 49 with a vengeance, here are the top five unique and somewhat unusual gifts guaranteed to put a smile on dad's face this Father's Day. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 22 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3181/1/reclaim-your-pre-baby-body-with-a-mommy-makeover.html The Skin Center Medical Spa, with locations in Pennsylvania and Ohio, offers customized Mommy Makeovers to help re-shape your post-baby body. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 20 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3168/1/patients-can-now-see-cosmetic-surgery-online.html Prospective patients can actually view cosmetic surgeries in their entirety online with narration and follow these patients through post-operative photographs for months after their surgeries. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 17 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3160/1/sanford-brown-institute---iselin-surgical-technology-program-first-in-nation-out-of-430-accredited-programs.html The Surgical Technology Program at Sanford-Brown Institute in Iselin, New Jersey has earned the top ranking in the “PAE Elite Twenty Program” by the Accreditation Review Committee on Education in Surgical Technology staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3155/1/harley-medical-group-booked-out-for-what-was-dubbed---beauty-jab-week.html The Harley Medical Group report increased bookings prior to the WAG wedding of the year in June of Coleen McLoughlin and Wayne Rooney staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3145/1/new-jersey-plastic-surgeon-dr-paul-parker-md-offers-a-groundbreaking-technique-in-abdominal-sculpting-promising-great-advances-in-safety-and-aesthetics.html Lipoabdominoplasty is a revolutionary procedure which combines liposuction and many of the principles of the traditional tummy tuck. It allows Dr. Parker to contour the torso and attain optimum aesthetic results with a more rapid recovery from surgery. The procedure was pioneered in Brazil and is newly available to the US. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3105/1/bangkok-plastic-surgery-clinic-introduces-buttock-enlargement-service.html Bangkok Plastic Surgery Clinic embraces the fuller figure trend by launching buttock implants service staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 05 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3066/1/myniptuckcom-makes-the-first-step-toward-cosmetic-surgery-available-online.html First-of-its kind service is a new, surgeon-reviewed visualization tool for those considering plastic surgery and other cosmetic procedures. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 27 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3059/1/controversial-breast-augmentation-technique-by-northern-virginia-plastic-surgeon-george-bitar-yields-excellent-results.html Dr. George Bitar's technique of performing breast augmentation by inserting a saline implant through a small armpit incision behind the muscle without the use of any endoscopic equipment is controversial. However, Bitar, who has performed over 200 such procedures, argues that his results are excellent, and that his complications rates are lower than the reported national rates. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/3007/1/coapt-systems-new-ceo-laureen-de-buono-to-fuel-company039s-growth-and-product-innovation.html Experienced Medical Device Executive and Former CFO of Thermage Inc. To Drive Coapt's Growth In New Markets, Including Non-Invasive Aesthetics staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 14 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2989/1/s-korean-stem-cell-firm-enters-into-an-agreement-with-tiantan-puhua-hospital-in-china.html RNL Bio entered into an agreement with Tiantan Puhua Hospital for stem cell treatments for complications including spinal cord injury, hair loss and osteoarthritis. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2969/1/dr-smaili-discusses-how-to-choose-a-plastic-surgeon-with-beverly-hills-times.html Dr. Smaili of the California Surgical Institute recently commented on plastic surgery with the Beverly Hills Times and offers useful tips on choosing a plastic surgeon in the city. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2968/1/breast-implants-usa-launches-plastic-surgery-bookstore.html BreastImplantsUSA.com, an online resource for Breast Implants and Breast Augmentation information, launches bookstore featuring Plastic Surgery related books from its Board Certified Plastic Surgeons. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2967/1/introducing-medsculpt039s-personal-sculpting-program.html The East Coast's leading provider of non-surgical fat removal creates a three step customized program for a more beautiful body. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2960/1/buttock-augmentation-the-next-big-thing.html More patients visiting The Plastic Surgery Center are asking the Sacramento plastic surgeons about fat grafting to contour their posterior staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2923/1/new-beginning-laser-therapy-reveals-newest-break-through-in-liposuction-surgery.html Traditional liposuction has been available for years and is used to treat large areas of the body where fat deposits have become prevalent. Recovery from this type of invasive surgery is typically slow, bruising is extensive and the results can be less than what was hoped for. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2911/1/alliance-for-safe-practice-to-lipstick-manufacturers-039get-the-lead-out039.html The Alliance for Safe Practice staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2906/1/as-medical-tourism-grows-in-popularity-cosmetic-harmony-goes-international-to-meet-demand-with-new-website.html The term Medical tourism was initially coined by travel agencies and the traditional media to describe the practice of traveling across international borders to obtain health care. Currently, this is a rapidly-growing practice. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2870/1/investigation-of-sermorelin-as-a-clinical-intervention-in-aging.html Consistent with its primary goal to promote the ethical practice of Age-Management Medicine, the Society for Applied Research in Aging is pleased to sponsor an investigational protocol testing the efficacy and safety of Sermorelin acetate, an FDA approved molecule. Sermorelin is a 29 amino acid analog of the naturally occurring, 44 amino acid neurohormone, Growth Hormone Releasing Hormone. Accordingly, Sermorelin is also known as Growth Hormone Releasing Hormone/Factor1-29 or GRF1-29. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2855/1/dr-john-bergeron-md-in-houston-tx-receiving-increased-number-of-lipo-dissolve-calls-after-fig-bankruptcy.html More patients are seeking Lipo Dissolve treatments from John Bergeron MD because the largest Lipo Dissolve provider in the US has closed its Houston clinics. Channel 13 KTRK in Houston Texas interviewed Dr John Bergeron MD, a Lipo Dissolve Provider. Dr Bergeron states that many patients are pleased with the results of their Lipo Dissolve from FIG and now are searching for other Lipo Dissolve providers. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 18 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2831/1/dr-pichet-receives-positive-comments-from-patients.html Dr Pichet Receives Positive Comments From Patients staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2825/1/2007039s-top-anti-aging-breakthrough-now-available-in-metro-boston-fraxel-re-pair-laser-takes-years-off-the-face-restoring-skin.html The Aesthetic Wellness Center in Westborough is the first physician's office in Massachusetts to offer the latest skin resurfacing laser, the Fraxel re: pairTM laser. Named by Web MD and New Beauty Magazine as one of the top beauty breakthroughs of 2007, this new laser quickly removes and eliminates aged and damaged skin without the prolonged downtime or adverse reactions reported with traditional bulk ablative resurfacing lasers staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2814/1/lip-augmentation-procedures-zoom-by-167-percent.html With two offices in Virginia and one in Washington, D.C., plastic surgeon Saeed Marefat, M.D., F.A.C.S. notes that requests for lip augmentation are up over 167 percent since 2005. Dr. Marefat also performs a popular breast augmentation and lift combination procedure. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 11 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2781/1/time-for-a-spring-cleaning-vacuum-away-a-dull-dry-complexion-with-dermasweeptrade.html The Skin Center Medical Spa now offers DermaSweep™, the next generation of microdermabrasion. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2777/1/mommy-makeovers--a-scottsdale-plastic-surgeon-is-now-leader-in-giving-mothers-their-bodies-back.html Robert Cohen, MD, responding to a great demand from post-pregnancy women, provides a combination of procedures popularly known as the "Mommy Makeover," returning breasts and abdomens to pre-pregnancy shape. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 05 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2738/1/biosculpture-technology-inc-helps-make-liposuction-more-comfortable.html BioSculpture Technology, Inc. has developed the Airbrush Liposculpture System that offers patients a less traumatic liposuction experience. The system reduces the surgical effort required and increases control. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 26 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2737/1/asia039s-first-pharmacy-robot-at-bumrungrad-international.html Bumrungrad International will operate a complete packaging, storage and dispensing system that barcodes unit-dose medications onsite. This state-of-the-art, fully-automated drug management system by Swisslog -- often called a 'Pharmacy Robot' -- is the first of its kind in Asia. Bumrungrad International will use it to improve care and safety for its patients. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 26 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2724/1/as-the-popularity-of-plastic-surgery-in-long-beach-grows-so-goes-the-demand-for-south-bay-plastic-surgeons.html Long Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Charles Spenler joins Dr. Lisa Jewell in welcoming Dr. Michael Newman to the Association of South Bay Plastic Surgeons. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2721/1/dr-man-offers-bis-monitored-anesthesia-for-cosmetic-surgery-patients.html Every year 21 million people undergo anesthesia during surgery to put them asleep, but 1 in 700 remain awake. This is according to movie promoters of a new psychological thriller called “Awake”, which depicts just such a case. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2714/1/new-beverly-hills-liposculpture-technique-achieves-same-results-as-liposuction-without-the-risks.html Dr. Alan Bittner develops minimally invasive technique that allows patient to remain awake during procedure with dramatic results. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2660/1/the-no-lift-browlift.html Raleigh, NC Plastic Surgeon introduces the No Lift Browlift. Raleigh Plastic Surgeon Dr. Michael Law, well known for providing natural looking results from plastic surgery, introduces a new cosmetic plastic surgery procedure. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 10 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2657/1/dr-korpeck-now-offers-juvedermtrade-injectionable-gel.html Dr. Korpeck now offers Juvederm™ Injections for wrinkle removal and skin rejuvenation at his state of the art clinic New Dimensions in Plastic Surgery in Boca Raton, Florida. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 09 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2631/1/major-us-health-insurer-promotes-thai-hospital-to-its-13-million-members.html Bumrungrad International hospital staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 02 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2616/1/sacramento-plastic-surgeon-launches-new-web-site-for-post-bariatric-surgery-patients.html With the delivery of www.afterobesity.com], Dr. David Kaufman introduces a key resource for the weight loss community in Northern California and across the country staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 30 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2588/1/the-renaissance-center-a-new-cosmetic-surgery-showplace-opens-in-oshkosh.html A blend of art and science, the Center welcomes Wisconsin plastic surgery patients from Madison and Milwaukee to Green Bay and communities in between. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 23 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2587/1/plastic-surgeon-allan-parungao-md-initiated-into-american-college-of-surgeons.html Oak Park, Ill. board-certified plastic surgeon and author Allan Parungao, MD, has become a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, the largest organization of surgeons in the world. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 23 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2579/1/new-web-site-provides-comprehensive-information-about-bariatric-surgery.html Demand for bariatric weight loss surgery, and information about the different procedures that are performed, is growing exponentially. With this in mind, the Little Company of Mary Bariatric Surgery Center, a Chicago-area ASBS Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, has launched a comprehensive Web site staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2565/1/fraxelreg-laser-skin-care-in-san-diego-an-increasingly-popular-option.html Women and men who want smooth, vibrant skin are choosing the latest in laser skin care from San Diego dermatologist Dr. Susan Stuart at La Jolla Dermatology. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2539/1/ideal-image-development-corporation-announces-santos-figueroa-iii-as-the-director-of-operations.html The CIO of Ideal Image Development Corporation will now also hold the title of Director of Operations. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 11 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2534/1/iowa-barbershop-counters-hair-loss-by-offering-hair-restoration-procedure.html The only board-certified hair restoration physician in Iowa is now performing a restorative procedure exclusively at Signature Male, an upscale barber shop and day spa for men. The procedure, for both men and women, reconstructs the hairline and adds density. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 09 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2517/1/skinenergizercom-announces-dermory-streg-breast-firming-cream.html Dermory ST®, an advanced breast firming cream from SkinEnergizer.com, is a concentrated biopeptide formula that provides breast firming with Bio-Bustyl®, Hyaluronic Acid and soothing Aloe Vera. Formulated specifically to firm, tighten, lift and provide definition to loose or sagging breast skin. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 06 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2515/1/sacramento-plastic-surgeon-launches-new-web-site-for-post-bariatric-surgery-patients.html With the delivery of www.afterobesity.com], Dr. David Kaufman introduces a key resource for the weight loss community in Northern California and across the country staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 06 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2508/1/long-term-results-entice-women-to-look-for-better-solution-to-lifestyle-facelifts.html Dr. Randolph Robinson is Colorado's first cosmetic surgeon to perform the Harmonic Facelift, which gives patients full, long term results generally only received with traditional facelifts, yet can significantly reduce the recovery time. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 04 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2483/1/demand-for-plastic-surgery-in-detroit-and-surrounding-areas-brings-well-known-plastic-surgery-center-to-dearborn.html Detroit plastic surgeon Dr. John Sampson announces his second Argyle Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery center in South Eastern Michigan. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 27 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2470/1/atlanta-georgia-plastic-surgeon-honored-as-one-of-americarsquos-top-plastic-surgeons.html The Consumer’s Research Council of America has named Dr. R. Morgan Davoudi as Top Plastic Surgeon for the second year in a row. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 24 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2466/1/it039s-your-choice-new-jersey-breast-augmentation-with-dr-paul-parker-offers-a-new-approach.html Even cutting-edge computer imaging cannot offer a true picture of what you'll look like after surgery. Breast augmentation patients need to be confident in their decision. "We know from the data that a major causes of dissatisfaction, and even re-operation, in breast augmentation patients is the choice of size," says New Jersey breast augmentation specialist Dr. Parker. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 24 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2435/1/laser-assisted-breast-reduction-has-los-angeles-surgeons-dropping-their-scalpels.html The head of a Los Angeles area plastic surgery practice and his research team confirm that use of a laser to prepare breast tissue during breast reduction not only is safe, but also offers advantages when compared to traditional methods. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 17 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2419/1/039women-dying-to-look-beautiful039-recent-article-by-facial-fitness-expert-discusses-important-cosmetic-surgery-issues.html Falling prey to the desire to look younger and more beautiful, men and women are electing to have cosmetic procedures that can kill. Last month another woman died as a result of a cosmetic surgery performed by a practitioner who was not certified to do such a risky procedure. It is vitally important to everyone's health and well being to scrutinize the qualifications and training of a practitioner. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 13 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2373/1/dr-greg-albert-releases-his-report-regarding-plastic-surgery-procedures-and-who-is-getting-them.html One of Florida's leading plastic surgeons speaks out on what it takes to maintain a healthy body and a healthy mind. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 02 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2370/1/nirav-savalia-md-named-assistant-clinical-professor-at-uc-irvine.html California Plastic Surgeon appointed position in Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2341/1/certifiedplasticsurgeonscom-is-one-of-the-new-avenues-for-increased-revenue-plastic-surgeons-can-explore-at-plastic-surgery-2007.html CertifiedPlasticSurgeons.com will attend Plastic Surgery 2007 as a vendor this year with their unique and vital product for the plastic surgery industry hoping to stand out as an innovative approach to marketing a practice using the Internet. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 27 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2330/1/new-danish-study-confirms-no-higher-rate-of-connective-tissue-diseases-in-women-with-breast-implants.html Denver Plastic Surgeon, Stephen Goldstein, M.D., said results of study confirm recent U.S. research. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 25 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2329/1/plastic-surgeon-referral-service-announces-affordable-financing-to-patients-interested-in-medical-procedures.html New medical financing company offers simple financing options, making complicated medical fees easily affordable. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 25 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2292/1/plastic-surgeon-announces-new-connecticut-face-lift-option.html With the popularity of minimally-invasive face lift in Connecticut continuing to increase, a local plastic surgeon has developed his own procedure that focuses on mid-face rejuvenation. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 18 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2277/1/taking-plastic-surgery-to-the-people-albany039s-plastic-surgery-group-offers-free-cosmetic-surgery-seminars.html It doesn't take any money or even a lot of time to learn a little about plastic surgery in Albany. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2242/1/new-denver-skin-care-resource-debuts-just-in-time-for-fall.html The newly-launched Rejuvenate! Web site offers an array of medical spa - day spa options for Denver residents with summer-weary skin staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 09 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2241/1/with-a-mommy-makeover-in-orange-county-having-children-no-longer-means-having-to-look-like-a-mom.html When it comes to Orange County plastic surgery - breast enlargement, tummy tuck and liposuction - more and more moms in Newport Beach are making theirs a combo. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 08 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2228/1/afit--accelerated-flight-and-instrument-training-launches-new-digital-e-brochure.html AFIT, known and referred to as The Most Respected Name in Aviation and the nation's largest and most cost effective Accelerated Flight Training Organizations in the US, today announced the launch of a new Digital e brochure. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 06 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2225/1/liposuction-tops-mesotherapy-as-proven-fat-loss-method-plastic-surgeon-notes.html "The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery has warned patients to steer clear of injection fat-loss treatments such as mesotherapy," says board-certified plastic surgeon and author Allan Parungao, MD. "For now, liposuction is the only proven method for eliminating unwanted fat cells." staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 06 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2207/1/the-soon-to-be-most-talked-about-christmas-present-of-2007-the-rodeo-drive-plastic-surgery-gift-card.html Marking the ultimate evolution of plastic surgery from extravagance of the super-rich to lifestyle mainstay for the broader public, Rodeo Drive Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills has unveiled its plastic surgery gift card. The gift card from the only plastic surgery center on world-famous Rodeo Drive reflects much about the current state of plastic surgery and promises to become a "must have" gift for many during the 2007 holiday season. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 03 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2199/1/mycosmeticsurgeryadvisororg-launches-new-cosmetic-surgeons-review-website.html My Cosmetic Surgery Advisor announces the launch of its newly revised consumer advocacy website, www.MyCosmeticSurgeryAdvisor.org. The new site provides state-of-the-art navigation capabilities, improved usability, live eChat with personal advisors on cosmetic surgery procedures, and animated 3-D procedures so consumers can become better educated prior to going under the knife. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 01 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2182/1/common-mistakes-gynecologists-and-general-doctors-make-when-treating-infertile-couples.html Finding the right doctor can make a world of a difference to your fertility treatment, which is why spending time researching the best fertility doctor in the best clinic is vitally important. Unfortunately, many patients settle on using doctors who lack any special expertise to treat their fertility issues. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 30 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2150/1/samson-hair-restoration-announces-affiliation-with-beverly-hills-physicians.html Samson Hair Restoration is now affiliated with Beverly Hills Physicians to provide hair transplantation services for them throughout their Los Angeles area offices. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 24 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2141/1/botoxampreg-injections-to-cure-blindness---dr-jonathan-hoenig-finds-new-philanthropic-use-for-botoxampreg-cosmetic.html Dr Jonathan Hoenig of Beverly Hills, California gives back to the community by participating in an international event and donating all proceeds from BOTOX injections on November 16th to help cure blindness in many of the 7 million blind Africans. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 22 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2116/1/ipl-photofacials-microdermabrasion-tri-lumaampreg-cream-enhance-baby-boomers039-facelifts-plastic-surgeon-notes.html A facelift may lift and tighten Baby Boomers' aging skin, but it can't improve the condition of the skin itself. Board-certified plastic surgeon and author Allan Parungao, MD, recommends improving the skin's texture and reversing sun damage and melasma with IPL photofacials, microdermabrasion and Tri-Luma® cream. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2115/1/plastic-surgeon-advances-fast-recovery-facelift-procedure.html As American baby boomers continue to search for options to stay as young-looking as they feel, the recently introduced minimal-invasive Finesse Lift™ represent one of the most popular facelift alternatives to reverse signs of facial aging, notes Massachusetts facelift specialist Dr. Frank P. Fechner. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2113/1/newimagecom-finds-cosmetic-foot-surgery-popularity-is-all-talk-and-no-walk.html Interviews with foot surgery pundits, Dr. Steven K.D. Ross and Dr. James R. Christina, challenge the popularity of cosmetic foot surgery. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 16 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2099/1/dr-kenrick-spence-named-top-orlando-plastic-surgeon.html Readers of Orlando Magazine singled out Dr. Spence as their #1 choice for the sixth consecutive year. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2092/1/new-web-site-answers-patient-questions-about-cosmetic-and-plastic-surgery.html Renowned New York plastic surgeon is making his medical expertise available as a Blog for students and patients performing health and beauty research. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 11 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2072/1/beverly-hills-aesthetics-ez-lipotm-039039a-gentle-way-to-zap-fat-and-sculpt-the-body039039.html Dr. Sam Assassa, aesthetic medicine specialist and founder of Beverly Hills Aesthetics, is one of the first Cosmetic specialists in the West Coast of the United States to offer his clientele "The EZ LIPO staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 07 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2060/1/hospital-gowns-go-high-tech.html Bair Paws® system addresses decades-old problems of cold, exposure staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 06 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2047/1/los-angeles-plastic-surgeon-lambastes-labiaplasty-critics.html Dr. Grant Stevens of Marina Plastic Surgery Associates encourages women whose genitals cause discomfort to seek consultation with an expert and make their own decision. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 03 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/2040/1/baby-boomer-men-turn-to-minimally-invasive-plastic-surgery.html Nearly 1 million U.S. men had cosmetic plastic surgery in 2006, according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. "Competitive male Baby Boomers are particularly concerned with maintaining a youthful appearance," says board-certified plastic surgeon Allan Parungao, MD. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1992/1/advances-in-plastic-surgery-lead-to-positive-change-without-that-quotworked-onquot-look.html While time, gravity, stress, genetics, lifestyle and UV rays can all contribute to the signs of aging, plastic surgeons like San Diego's Dr. Richard Chaffoo are now using new, less invasive neck and face lift treatments to help patients in La Jolla, Temecula and Riverside look more youthful, without looking like they've had work done. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 22 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1975/1/expert-jane-moritz-releases-guide-to-corporate-gift-giving.html With the holiday season, the most popular time for corporate gift-giving, right around the corner many businesses are beginning to plan their yearly gift programs. With this in mind, Jane Moritz, expert on corporate gifts, has released "The Six Steps to Corporate Gift Success", a detailed guide on how to please all the recipients on your list. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 19 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1933/1/new-documentary-asks-why-do-you-tattoo.html The cultural status of tattooing has steadily evolved from an anti-social activity in the 60s to that of a trendy fashion statement in the 2000s. Is the current tattoo trend simply a fad, or are we seeing a once misunderstood artform that is finally emerging toward the forefront? Learn the answers to these questions, while we show you some of the wildest body art imaginable. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 10 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1906/1/epidemic-of-anesthesia-overdosing.html "Most patients tolerate their anesthetic experience despite the care they receive rather than because of it," claims Dr. Barry Friedberg, holder of the trademark "minimally invasive anesthesia staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 05 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1871/1/technology-firm-unveils-the-perfect-south-florida-body.html Etna Interactive's new website dedicated to body contouring is a blend of beautiful design and in-depth education. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 29 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1843/1/local-physician-injects-botox-cosmetic-to-cure-blindness-in-africa-charitable-effort-aimed-at-helping-millions-suffering-from-curable-blindness.html Leading BOTOX® Cosmetic injector Dr. Benjamin Bassichis has been selected to represent Dallas, Texas, in a unique national fundraiser dedicated to curing blindness in Africa through the "Eyes of Africa Initiative" of the One World Sight Project. Dr. Bassichis, a double board certified Facial Plastic Surgeon and leading national expert in facial injectibles, including BOTOX® Cosmetic, is on the forefront of injectible technologies that have revolutionized facial rejuvenation. He is honored to participate in this unique philanthropic initiative with Allergan Medical to make the world a more beautiful place -- by both BOTOX® Cosmetic injections and helping our global friends in Africa. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 25 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1830/1/a-new-approach-to-liposuction-rodeo-drive-plastic-surgery039s-first-year-of-your-diet-in-a-daytm.html Rodeo Drive Plastic Surgery, the first and only plastic surgery center on world-famous Rodeo Drive, unveils an innovative liposuction program to provide especially dramatic body transformation called First Year of Your Diet in a Day staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 22 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1806/1/the-tummy-tuck-more-career-women-opting-for-it-says-new-york-city-plastic-surgeon.html Before many career women with children resume their careers, they ask for a tummy tuck, according to New York City plastic surgeon Kenneth M. Rose, M.D. A Tummy tuck is indicated for women to repair the effects of childbirth. Men ask for the operation because they often have loose hanging skin on the abdomen after losing weight. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 16 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1795/1/website-exclusive-nbc039s-biggest-loser-wins-again----via-plastic-surgery.html Eric Chopin, 37, broke NBC's Biggest Loser record after losing a total of 214 pounds and winning $250,000. But most television viewers did not hear the rest of the story, now offered by iEnhance.com. Chopin recently had plastic surgery afterwards due to hanging skin left after his weight loss. Here, Eric explains the difference plastic surgery has made in his life. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 13 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1786/1/colorado-cosmetic-surgeon-becomes-consultant-and-trainer-on-harmonic-facelifts.html Dr Randolph C Robinson has been selected to serve as a consultant with Ethicon Endo-Surgery, and will lecture and train other surgeons in using the Harmonic Scalpel to perform harmonic facelifts. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 12 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1782/1/denver-plastic-surgeon-warns-against-medical-tourism.html Aging Boomer Population Spurs Growth of Industry Fraught With Dangers staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 11 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1767/1/colorado-cosmetic-surgeon-completes-1000th-free-facial-surgery-in-vietnam.html A Colorado cosmetic surgeon recently completed his 15th trip to Vietnam with his Christian medical relief non-profit organization, Face The Challenge, and had the honor of performing his 1,000th free facial surgery on a young Cambodian woman. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 07 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1748/1/popularity-of-quotmommy-makeoverquot-plastic-surgery-grows-in-denver.html More and more women seek the convenience of procedures that combine body contouring and breast enhancement or lifting at The Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Denver staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 01 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1726/1/free-hairmax-laser-comb-from-the-belgravia-centre-hair-clinic.html The Belgravia Centre hair clinic are giving people experiencing hair loss the opportunity to own their own FDA cleared HairMax LaserComb worth £240… for free. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 26 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1722/1/sandi-hammons-permanent-makeup-pioneer-founder-of-premier-pigments-amp-host-of-reality-dvd-series-039the-permanent-cosmetic-apprentice039-celebrates-20-successful-years.html Permanent cosmetics pioneer & host of reality DVD series 'The Permanent Cosmetic Apprentice' Sandi Hammons, celebrates 20 years in the field of permanent makeup. From humble beginnings as a makeup artist to her role as a leader in the permanent cosmetics industry, Hammons' is shaping the future of permanent makeup. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 24 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1721/1/colorado-cosmetic-surgeon-reports-growth-in-mommy-makeovers.html As women postpone the timeframe for having children, they are finding weight isn't their only concern after their last child is born. In many cases, it's also attempting to recover the way their body looked and felt before childbirth as well. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 24 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1716/1/medsurge-advances-unveils-cellulite-solutiontm-the-first-treatment-program-to-address-all-the-causes-of-cellulite-------because-cellulite-like-beauty-is-more-than-skin-deep-new-solution-treats-skin039s-connective-tissue-hard-to-reach-fat-deposi.html Cottage cheese thighs. Orange peel syndrome. The mattress phenomenon. Hail damage. By whatever name, cellulite is a frustrating problem for millions of women. It's especially discouraging because so many highly touted cellulite "cures" simply don't work - or only treat part of the problem. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 23 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1706/1/brand-new-eyelash-stimulator-promotes-long-strong-healthy-eyelashes.html Cosmetic Alchemy, the exclusive beauty product development company based in Scottsdale, Arizona, announced the launch of its newest product - LiLash Purified Eyelash Stimulator staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 21 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1683/1/the-plastic-surgery-center-of-buenos-aires-endows-foundation-to-benefit-children-with-craniofacial-disorders.html The SurveryBA Foundation staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1680/1/bariatric-surgery-often-only-long-lasting-weight-loss-option.html A recent study predicts that within eight years, 75 percent of U.S. adults will be overweight, with 41 percent deemed obese. Previous studies have shown that 66 percent of U.S. adults are overweight or obese. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1679/1/abc039s-extreme-makeover-plastic-surgeon-andre-aboolian-keynote-speaker-at-obesityhelp-inc-los-angeles-conference.html Plastic Surgery, relationships, body contouring and fitness will be discussed at the ObesityHelp ™ Regional Conference in Los Angeles, California, Saturday, August 25, 2007, at the Hilton Los Angeles Airport, 5711 West Century Blvd., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., featuring guest speaker ABC's Extreme Makeover, Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Andre Aboolian. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1659/1/indiana-plastic-surgeon-offers-silicone-and-saline-breast-implants-for-breast-enlargement-in-indiana.html Women can now customize their breast enhancement in Indiana by choosing between saline breast implants and a new generation of silicone gel implants at the Valparaiso or Schererville offices of Indiana plastic surgeon Gustavo E. Galante, MD. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1654/1/galvanic-spa-from-great-looks-inc-a-big-hit-in-celebrity-gift-bags-at-mtv-music-awards-september-2007-las-vegas.html The revolutionary Galvanic Spa II is part of the "WOW! Creations Gift Bags" to be distributed at The Oasis Hospitality Suite, the TAO Beach resort at the Venetian Hotel Las Vegas, NV, during the MTV Video Music Awards Weekend. This concept and product was introduced by Great Looks, Inc. out of Orlando, FL. Great Looks Galvanic Spa was just featured in LA's the Place premier internet magazine. http://lastheplace.com/2007/08/28/the-spa-comes-to-you-with-the-galvanic-spa-system-ii/ A big hit at MTV week and in the celebrity gift bags. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 10 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1649/1/the-quest-for-best-breasts-harley-medical039s-boom-in-breast-augmentations.html The Harley Medical Group reveals that breast augmentation is top of the ops for the 20th year running and the fastest growing sector of cosmetic surgery staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 09 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1620/1/toronto-liposuction-clinic-gets-online-facelift.html La Fontaine Cosmetic Surgery Clinic beautifies their website and adds valuable content to help clients in the decision process. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 03 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1615/1/lipodissolve-not-in-kansas-anymore-dallas-plastic-surgeon-supports-medical-board039s-rare-move-to-ban-procedure.html Dr. Robert Schwartz, one of Dallas' best-known plastic surgeons and host of the popular "Plastic Surgery Today" radio show, today praised the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts' virtual ban on the use of Lipodissolve. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 02 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1599/1/boca-raton-cosmetic-surgeon-now-offers-fraxelampreg-laser-treatment.html Dr. Korpeck now offers Fraxel® Laser Treatment for damaged skin at his state of the art clinic New Dimensions in Plastic Surgery in Boca Raton, Florida. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 31 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1578/1/dallas-plastic-surgeon-and-youtube-celebrity-dr-lam-launches-a-worldwide-contest-for-the-most-original-business-marketing-web-idea.html Dr. Lam, Dallas Plastic Surgeon, has uploaded over 200 videos to YouTube about his practice. He now launches a worldwide contest to find the most original business, marketing, or web idea with a 1st prize winning $5000, 2nd Prize $1000, and 3rd Prize $500 in skin care products. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 28 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1566/1/las-vegas-plastic-surgeon-offers-silicone-and-saline-implants-for-breast-enlargement.html A Las Vegas plastic surgery practice now offers an array of breast implant options for local breast augmentation patients, including a new generation of silicone implant recently approved for general use by plastic surgeons. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 25 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1564/1/computer-assisted-surgical-systems-market-to-exceed-20-billion-by-2010-according-to-new-report-by-global-industry-analysts-inc.html World Computer Assisted Surgical Systems market is projected to grow at a stupendous rate to cross US$2 billion mark by 2010. United States represents the largest and fastest growing market for computer assisted surgical staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 25 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1531/1/based-on-los-angeles-tummy-tuck-study-national-organization-finds-outpatient-procedure-safe.html Research on outpatient abdominoplasty staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1519/1/new-services-ldquocosmetic-surgery-for-menrdquo-offered-at-bangkok-plastic-surgery-clinic.html Bangkok Plastic Surgery Clinic recently started targeting a new emerging group of customers –- the male population staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 15 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1515/1/new-laser-light-treatment-improves-hair-loss.html The Skin Center Medical Spa now offers LUCE® Light Therapy to help with male and female pattern hair loss. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 14 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1496/1/smoother-firmer-more-youthful-looking-skin-is-no-longer-to-dye-for.html Dr. Grant Stevens, Medical Director of Marina Plastic Surgery in Los Angeles, offers Fraxel® Laser Treatment without the blue dye by taking advantage of the latest advancements from Reliant Technologies. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 11 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1484/1/northern-virginia-medical-practitioners-use-misleading-advertisements-to-deceive-the-public-into-thinking-they-are-plastic-surgeons-according-to-dr-phillip-chang-md-a-board-certified-plastic-surgeon.html Dr. Phillip Chang, M.D., a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Lansdowne, Virginia chaired a round-table discussion at the Cosmetic Surgery Conference in Laguna Beach, California about the dangerous developing trend of non Plastic Surgery Specialties such as Oral Surgeons, ENT Surgeons, and Gynecologists misrepresenting themselves to the public as Board Certified Plastic Surgeons. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 07 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1471/1/the-rodeo-drive-body-transformation-program.html Rodeo Drive Plastic Surgery, the only plastic surgery center on world famous Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, has launched a specialized program that works to not only improve people's appearance following massive weight loss, but also helps them enhance their overall lifestyle. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 05 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1453/1/quotnot-pretty-enoughquot-hale-dwoskin-featured-expert-in-the-1-mega-bestseller-039the-secret039-announces-how-to-get-over-the-destructive-appearance-trap.html Hale Dwoskin, featured teacher in the #1 bestseller "The Secret" and founder of The Sedona Method, has just announced how to get over the destructive appearance trap of not feeling pretty enough. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 01 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1439/1/dr-greg-albert-poised-to-become-next-dr-90210.html Delray Beach, Florida plastic surgeon draws interest from Hollywood producers looking for the next big thing in reality television. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 30 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1436/1/valuable-information-on-cosmetic-doctors-now-available-for-consumers-online.html Castle Connolly's new website allows free searches for trained qualified cosmetic doctors. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 30 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1431/1/facelifts-help-aging-baby-boomers-039reinvent-themselves039.html Many Baby Boomers in their 50s and 60s are turning to plastic surgery to help them look as young as they feel. Oak Park, Ill. plastic surgeon and author Allan Parungao, MD, notes that according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 65% of patients who had a facelift in 2006 were age 55 and older. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 28 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1402/1/hair-transplant-surgeon-appointed-clinical-professor-at-columbia-university.html Faculty member Robert M. Bernstein M.D., with a clinical and research specialty in surgical hair restoration, was promoted to Clinical Professor by the Department of Dermatology at the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Columbia University in New York. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 23 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1398/1/injectable-facelift-unveiled-by-san-francisco-board-certified-facial-plastic-surgeon.html Dr. David Mabrie offers his San Francisco patients a new option for facial rejuvenation; a non-surgical treatment that can deliver maximum results with minimum downtime and cost. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 22 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1396/1/lipodissolvetrade-fat-reduction-now-available-in-pittsburgh.html The Skin Center Medical Spa is the first in Pittsburgh to offer LipoDissolve™, the non-surgical fat reduction medi-spa treatment. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 22 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1388/1/baby-boomer-breast-implant-surgery-like-daughter-like-mother.html Oak Park, Ill. plastic surgeon and author Allan Parungao, MD, notes a 279% increase in breast implant surgery from 1997 to 2006. And now some daughters who have breast augmentation are inspiring their Baby Boomer mothers to follow suit. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 20 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1360/1/brazilian-butt-lift-surgeon-ricardo-rodriguez-md-marks-3rd-anniversary-on-july-2nd-of--all-buttocks-procedures--without-a-single-touch-up-or-re-do.html One of the most exacting and demanding procedures in plastic surgery is the placement of tiny fat droplets into the buttocks of patients undergoing the Brazilian Butt Lift. Usually, about 10 percent of those patients require re-dos or touch-ups. But plastic surgeon, Ricardo L. Rodriguez, M.D., is batting one thousand in creating beautiful backsides for his patients. No Brazilian Butt Lift patients have asked for any additional work. July 2nd marks the 3rd Anniversay staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 16 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1351/1/premier-pigments-and-american-institute-of-intradermal-cosmetics-launch-new-web-store-and-internet-service-center.html New Premier & AIIC Web Store to deliver 24/7 order and reservation capabilities to customers of all sizes. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 11 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1335/1/botoxampreg-cosmetic-specialist-dr-lamyen-tran-joins-robert-schwartz-plastic-surgery.html Dr. Schwartz, one of the best-known plastic surgeons in Dallas, welcomes Dr. Tran to serve exclusively his BOTOX® Cosmetic patients. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 10 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1331/1/new-special-event-rejuvenation-package-helps-people-look-their-best-for-special-events.html Special events like anniversaries, reunions, and weddings are milestones in life. Now attendees can look their best with a new Special Event Rejuvenation Package offered by the Liposuction & Aesthetic Center in Los Angeles, California. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 09 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1326/1/premier-pigments-amp-american-institute-of-intradermal-cosmetics-world039s-largest-source-for-permanent-makeup-education-amp-supplies-hosts-top-achievers-weekend.html Premier Pigments, the leading manufacturer and distributor of permanent cosmetic pigments, equipment and supplies; along with the American Institute of Intradermal Cosmetics, specialists in quality permanent cosmetics education since 1987; announced their first Top Achievers Weekend to be held at their campus and executive offices in North Texas the eleventh through the thirteenth of May, 2007. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 09 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1320/1/scarless-laser-breast-lift-new-one-of-a-kind-cosmetic-surgery.html Marcia Byrd, M.D. was the first in Atlanta to use the new laser-tipped Smartlipo™. Now, she has developed a new method to lift sagging breasts. Her technique? Dr. Byrd combined two other top technologies, Thermage™ and Quill Threads® along with the Smartlipo™ to create the Scarless Laser Breast Lift -- a breast lift without scars. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 08 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1316/1/hot-looks-generating-esteem-study-suggests-increased-satisfaction-for-santa-barbara-breast-enlargement-patients.html Research recently conducted by a university professor has major implications for women in Santa Barbara and other parts of Southern California considering breast augmentation. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 08 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1300/1/bangkok-plastic-surgery-clinic-launched-new-service-ldquootoplastyrdquo.html Bangkok Plastic Surgery Clinic offers a new solution for those with protuding ears by launching "otoplasty" staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 06 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1278/1/banish-cellulite-this-summer-with-non-invasive-velasmoothtrade-cellulite-treatments.html The Skin Center Medical Spa now offers VelaSmooth™, the non-invasive, FDA-approved cellulite reduction treatment. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 04 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1259/1/toronto-cosmetic-clinic039s-039beauty-and-brains039-contest-now-on.html Toronto based cosmetic surgery clinic awards best ideas to improve their website. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 02 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1242/1/saline-breast-implants-new-study-deflates-old-longevity-numbers.html The head of a Los Angeles area plastic surgery practice and his research team confirm that saline implant deflation rates increase with time, but find the overall deflation rates are lower than previously thought. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 30 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1214/1/long-term-weight-loss-requires-more-than-diet.html Studies are proving that dieting is often only a temporary stop on the path to weight loss. Most recently, studies have shown that after losing weight, people often relapse into old habits, including poor diet and little or no exercise. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 27 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1188/1/new-book-039the-beverly-hills-shape039-offers-insider-tips-on-plastic-surgery.html Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Stuart A. Linder, M.D., F.A.C.S., has drawn on his many years of training and 10 years of practice to produce the book, "The Beverly Hills Shape: The Truth about Plastic Surgery." The book is an insider's view of plastic surgery and helps patients find the most qualified doctors available. The book also contains worksheets that tell you the most appropriate questions to ask a plastic surgeon before the operation. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 21 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1167/1/newimagecom-launches-cosmetic-surgery-blog.html MyCosmeticSurgeryBlog.com, an authoritative, informative and open forum for those looking for frank, straightforward answers on the risks and benefits of cosmetic plastic surgery is now available to everyone. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 19 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1159/1/taking-the-039bet039-out-of-looking-better-referral-service-connects-patients-with-trusted-cosmetic-surgeons-in-local-communities.html A new web site and toll-free phone referral service connects people considering plastic surgery with highly-qualified cosmetic surgeons in their local area, taking the guesswork out of finding a surgeon who offers spectacular results. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 18 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1140/1/low-carb-diets-no-more-effective-for-long-term-weight-loss.html The popularity of low- or no-carb diets is holding strong, but new evidence suggests that this common dieting method is no more effective for weight loss than simple calorie counting. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1139/1/plastic-surgery-meets-high-fashion-the-rodeo-drive-plastic-surgery-shaped-for-fashion-breast-reduction-procedure.html Breast reduction surgery has the potential to greatly improve quality of life. For people with overly large breasts, the symptoms of neck pain, back pain, headaches, and limitations on activity often can be instantly alleviated by breast reduction surgery. Now, a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon has unveiled a novel approach to this procedure. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1131/1/added-convenience-doesn039t-add-risk----study-performed-in-southern-california-finds-liposuction-and-tummy-tuck-procedures-can-be-safely-combined.html Dr. Grant Stevens and colleagues study over 400 Los Angeles patients after tummy tuck-liposuction surgeries and demonstrate that the popular procedures are safe in combination. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 15 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1121/1/transform-signs-up-nicky-hambleton-jones-from-ten-years-younger.html Transform Cosmetic Surgery Group has announced 10 Years Younger TV star, Nicky Hambleton-Jones, as the brand new face of its non-surgical division - Transform Rejuvenate. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 14 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1094/1/reconstructive-plastic-surgeon-now-offers-labiaplasty.html Drawing on years of experiences as a reconstructive surgeon who literally puts the damaged genitalia of accident, burn and cancer victims back together, Guy Stofman, M.D., a double-board certified plastic surgeon, is offering the labiaplasty procedure. The best news? Labiaplasty requires no hospital stay. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Tue, 12 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1088/1/expansion-and-renovations-completed-at-toronto-cosmetic-clinic.html Toronto Cosmetic Clinic expands facilities and gets a new look. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Mon, 11 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1073/1/mini-facelifts-make-baby-boomers-look-years-younger-with-minimal-downtime-cost-plastic-surgeon-notes.html Oak Park, Ill. plastic surgeon and author Allan Parungao, MD, notes that although American Society of Plastic Surgeons statistics show the number of traditional facelifts dropped 22% between 2000 and 2006, there was a 66% increase in minimally invasive procedures. More and more Baby Boomers are opting for less-invasive mini-facelifts. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 10 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1071/1/ten-years-of-outpatient-abdominoplasty-in-los-angeles-safe-and-effective.html At the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery's annual meeting in April 2007, Dr. Michelle Spring, a fellow at Marina Plastic Surgery, presented findings from a study of over 500 tummy tucks performed in Los Angeles at Marina Plastic Surgery Associates. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 09 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1051/1/study-of-100-secondary-breast-enlargement---breast-lift-patients-shows-the-combination-procedures-are-safe-and-effective-in-los-angeles.html At the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery's annual meeting in April 2007, Dr. Michelle Spring, Fellow at Marina Plastic Surgery, presented data on combination breast enlargement - breast lift surgery in Los Angeles. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Thu, 07 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/1012/1/039mommy-makeover039-cosmetic-surgery-rising-dramatically-plastic-surgeon-notes.html Oak Park, Ill. plastic surgeon and author Allan Parungao, MD, notes new statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons revealing an 11% increase in "Mommy Makeover" cosmetic surgery from 2005 to 2006 -- more than five times higher than the overall growth in cosmetic surgery procedures during the same period. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sun, 03 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/993/1/smartlipotrade-fat-melting-skin-tightening-treatment-now-available-in-pittsburgh.html The Skin Center Medical Spa is the first in Pittsburgh to offer SmartLipo™, the new FDA-approved laser-assisted liposuction treatment that melts stubborn fat deposits and tightens skin in about an hour. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Sat, 02 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/988/1/maximum-rejuvenation-with-minimal-downtime-at-south-florida-center-for-cosmetic-surgery.html The largest cosmetic surgery center in the Miami - Fort Lauderdale area presents a new menu of non-surgical and minimally-invasive "weekend treatments" staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/987/1/lifetips-launches-breast-procedures-tip-site.html Information about breast surgeries, recovery times and potential risks now available to readers. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/972/1/the-human-nose-between-artistry-and-medicine-interview-with-san-francisco-rhinoplasty-expert-dr-david-kahn.html San Francisco plastic surgeon Dr. David Kahn has reached a career milestone few surgeons can take pride in -- his 3,000th rhinoplasty procedure. Dr. Kahn is sharing some of his insights culled from two decades of dedication to perfecting the human nose. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 30 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/963/1/1-amazon-bestselling-author-of-039dying-to-be-young039-dr-eric-kaplan-interviews-with-good-morning-america-and-puts-nightengale-press-in-the-limelight-at-bookexpoamerica-2007.html Nightengale Press is proud to announce that "Dying to be Young" became a bestseller on the two most prestigious online booksellers, Amazon and Barnes and Noble on two consecutive days. Dr. Kaplan is taping an interview with Good Morning America and he will be signing his best-selling book at BookExpoAmerica in New York June 1, 2007. staff@medicalread.com (Medicalread Staff) Wed, 30 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.medicalread.com/articles/949/1/new-hospital-ship-039africa-mercy039-arrives-in-monrovia-liberia-to-bring-critical-health-care-services-to-africa.html Will expand Mercy Ships ability to provide free health care and community development services to the world's p