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What should you not do with a hernia?

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What are the permanent restrictions after spinal fusion?

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What is the most common complication after a carotid endarterectomy?

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Is microdiscectomy a major surgery? 

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May 8, 2025

What is the best surgery for weight loss? A bariatric surgeon’s perspective

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How long does a diagnostic cardiac cath take?

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What is the best age to have a knee replacement?

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April 23, 2025

Will insurance cover weight loss surgery? 

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April 21, 2025

How long do you have to be on bedrest after a hysterectomy?

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April 18, 2025

How painful is heart surgery?

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April 16, 2025

Understanding pink eye in newborns: A guide for parents

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Post-hip surgery must-haves and aftercare

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April 9, 2025

Oophorectomy: What to expect after ovary removal surgery?

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Benefits of certified hand therapy

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