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 PrimeSuite® Electronic Health Record Solution
PrimeSuite 2007 R2, Greenway’s 2007 CCHIT Certified® integrated EHR, practice management and interoperability solution, improves care, reduces errors and simplifies business processes. PrimeSuite integrates all clinical, financial and administrative data in a single database to promote information sharing and ensure quick adoption through simple, intuitive tools that optimize daily processes. Designed by Greenway’s team of physicians, clinicians, practice administrators, hospital executives, community leaders and healthcare stakeholders dedicated to using technology to improve healthcare, PrimeSuite can be customized to adapt to your existing workflow. Learn more...
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Radial Head Implant Arthroplasty
Radial-head prosthesis are indicated for comminuted radial head fracture which occur with concomitant MCL injury, dislocation, or RU joint disruption (Essex Lopresti Fracture). Because the radial head is critical for the stability of the elbow and forearm, a complex radial head fracture treatment plan should really consider the use of either a metallic or silastic implant. A few of the currently available systems are listed below:
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Multiple Gene Locations Linked to Bone Density
Two studies released Tuesday report the identification of several genetic mutations that influence the risk of developing the bone-thinning disease osteoporosis and fracturing a ...
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Early-Onset Osteoporosis Linked to Cancer Risk
Early onset of the bone-thinning disease osteoporosis seems to be related to an increased risk of certain cancers, while later onset of osteoporosis may be related to a decreased risk of other ...
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Cola May Be Bad to the Bones
While enjoying a cola or two every day might seem harmless enough, recent research suggests that those tasty drinks could be compromising your bone ...
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Epilepsy Drug Causes Bone Loss in Young Women
Young women who took the commonly used epilepsy drug phenytoin for one year showed significant bone loss compared to women taking other epilepsy drugs, according to a study published in the April 29, ...
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Diabetes Drugs May Be Related to Fracture Risk
A widely used class of diabetes medications appears to be associated with an increased risk for fractures, according to a report in the April 28 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, one of the ...
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Osteoporosis Drug May Be Associated with Irregular Heartbeat
Alendronate, a medication used to prevent fractures in women with osteoporosis, may be associated with an increased risk of atrial fibrillation, a type of abnormal heart rhythm, according to a report ...
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Scientists Reveal Evolutionary Intricacies of Rickettsia Pathogens
Scientists from the Virginia Bioinformatics Institute (VBI) at Virginia Tech and the University of Maryland School of Medicine have unveiled some of the evolutionary intricacies of rickettsial ...
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Vitamin D, Calcium Combo May Cut Exercise-Related Stress Fractures
Daily supplements of calcium and vitamin D, long linked to improving bone health, may also reduce the risk of stress fractures during exercise, scientists have ...
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May is Arthritis Month: Farm Families are Vulnerable But Help is Available
May is National Arthritis Month and farm families should be aware that they are particularly vulnerable to the disease and that help is available, said a University of Missouri rural health and ...
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ISI Digi Grip
Instrument Specialists, Inc.
The ISI Digi Grip has the strength needed for secure upper extremity traction.
- The Digi Grip provides ideal traction during wrist arthroscopies and casting procedures.
- The Digi Grip is constructed of aluminum with 80-pound test stainless steel chain
- The Digi Grip has 5 clips that make changing Finger Traps a snap.
- The economical Digi Grip works with your existing traction apparatus and IV poles.
- The ISI Digi Grip is proof that you can have both economy and quality.
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Natural-Knee® Revision system
Zimmer, Inc.
The Natural-Knee family is a complete range of interchangeable, anatomically-designed implants with over 14 years of proven clinical results. The Natural-Knee design includes several innovative features including a proprietary CSTi porous coating option for stable fixation in active patients, a unique bone-preserving posterior stabilizing design, a deepened trochlear groove to maximize range of motion, and simple-to-use instrumentation.
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