Posts Tagged ‘surgical services interest’
Baxter IV shortage: Inova’s immediate recommendations for urology practices
The Impact of Hurricane Helene Destruction of Baxter Factory: Immediate Recommendations for Urology Practices in United States to Preserve IV (Intravenous) and other Fluids By Inger Rosner, MD and J. Stephen Jones, MDInova Health System, Fairfax VA Hurricane Helene has caused widespread devastation, resulting in loss of life, homes, and businesses. A significant consequence of…
Read MoreUnderstanding the facts and myths surrounding bariatric surgery
Rajev Nain, MD, is a specialist in minimally invasive robotic and endobariatric surgery with Inova. He practices at offices in Fairfax and Lorton and performs surgeries at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital. Bariatric surgery, also known as weight loss surgery, is a viable solution for those dealing with obesity and its related medical and metabolic issues,…
Read MoreGiving the gift of life: Demystifying the process of becoming a living kidney donor
Heather Perez Saiz, MA, LCSW, CCTSW, is the Independent Living Donor Advocate at Inova Fairfax Medical Campus. Kirsten Curtis is the Transplant Coordinator at Inova Fairfax Medical Campus. Currently there are almost 90,000 people on the kidney transplant list in the United States and the need is greater than ever. In 2023, there were approximately…
Read More6 tips for a healthy gut
Ivan Harnden, MD is a board-certified gastroenterologist. He serves as the System Chief of Gastroenterology at Inova. Dr. Harnden focuses on a collaborative approach and strategic vision aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and delivering outstanding GI care to the community served by Inova. Keep your gut healthy We’ve all dealt with gut issues at one…
Read MoreSurgery for neck pain: Cervical Spine Fusion vs. Disc Replacement
Corey J. Wallach, MD, is a fellowship-trained spine surgeon, board-certified in orthopaedic surgery. He serves as the medical director of the Inova Spine Program at Inova Alexandria Hospital and Inova Mount Vernon Hospital. If you’ve experienced severe neck pain, you’re not alone. Up to 70% of Americans experience significant neck pain at some point.…
Read MoreDiabesity: How bariatric surgery is changing lives
Courtney Culbreath, MD, is a specialty care physician board certified in general surgery at Inova. She specializes in minimally invasive and robotic bariatric surgery, endobariatrics, and general surgery. Dr. Culbreath is committed to helping her patients achieve longer, healthier lives through long-term weight loss. Type 2 diabetes affects 35 million Americans. Nearly 65% of these…
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