A Common Plastic Comes Under Scrutiny

Polycarbonate plastic is durable, impact-resistant, and clear. It is widely used in food and drink containers, but research has raised concerns over its health effects.

Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) Filter Placement

An inferior vena cava (IVC) filter is a small device that can stop blood clots from going up into the lungs. The inferior vena cava is a large vein in the middle of your body. The device is put in during a brief surgery.

Clavicle Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF)

Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) is a type of surgery used to stabilize and heal a broken bone. You might need this procedure to treat your broken collarbone (clavicle). Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this procedure.

Chemical Cardioversion

Chemical cardioversion is a procedure that uses medicines to return an abnormal heartbeat to a normal rhythm. Read on to learn more.

Ankle Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF)

Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) is a type of surgery used to stabilize and heal a broken bone. You might need this procedure to treat your broken ankle. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this surgery. 

Achilles Tendon Repair Surgery

Achilles tendon repair surgery is a type of surgery to fix a damaged Achilles tendon. Learn more about the surgery, including why you might need it, what the risks are, how to get ready for it, and what happens during and after the surgery.

Endovenous Laser Varicose Vein Surgery

Endovenous laser varicose vein surgery is a procedure that uses heat from a laser to reduce varicose veins. Varicose veins are swollen, bulging veins that often happen on the thighs or calves. A laser is a device that sends a thin beam of radiation in the form of light.