May 18, 2023 anxiety | mental health | recovery | surgery Marissa Adams

Waking Up During Surgery

Waking up during surgery, also known as anesthesia awareness or intraoperative awareness, is a rare but potentially traumatic experience for patients undergoing surgical procedures. Anesthesia is administered to patients to induce a state of unconsciousness and prevent pain during surgical procedures. However, in rare cases, patients may become partially or fully conscious during surgery, experiencing […]

May 4, 2023 alternative medicine | anesthesia | anxiety | cannabis | drug use | marijuana | Smoking | surgery prep Marissa Adams

Cannabis and Anesthesia

Cannabis, also known as marijuana, is a psychoactive drug that is derived from the cannabis plant. It is known for its ability to produce a range of effects, including relaxation, euphoria, altered perception, and increased appetite. With the legalization of cannabis in several countries, there has been increasing interest in its potential effects on anesthesia, […]

April 19, 2023 blood panels | blood tests | Preop | presurgery | surgery prep Marissa Adams

Blood Tests Before Surgery: What to Know

Blood tests before surgery are a routine part of the preoperative evaluation process and are designed to assess a patient’s overall health status and identify any potential risks associated with the surgical procedure. The purpose of these tests is to help ensure that the patient is fit for surgery and that the surgery can be […]

March 9, 2023 cosmetic surgery | enhanced recovery | nose job | pain | plastic surgery | rhinoplasty Marissa Adams

What is Rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty, known as a “nose job,” is a surgical procedure that is performed to alter the shape, size, or function of the nose. The procedure can be done for aesthetic or medical reasons and is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures around the world. Today, we will discuss in detail what rhinoplasty is, […]

February 23, 2023 mental health | pain | pain management | psychology | recovery Marissa Adams

Pain Management and Psychology

Pain is a complex and subjective experience that can have a significant impact on a person’s physical and emotional well-being. Pain management is an essential part of medical care, especially post-surgery, and psychology plays a crucial role in managing pain. Below we discuss the relationship between pain management and psychology, including the psychological factors that […]

February 9, 2023 alcohol | ERAS | healing | Infection | quitting alcohol | wound healing Marissa Adams

Alcohol and Wound Healing

Many of us have reached for alcohol at one time or another to relax, take the edge off of a difficult day or loosen up socially. However, excessive alcohol consumption can have negative effects on the body’s healing processes, including wound healing. Wound healing is a complex process that involves physiological and cellular responses that […]

January 26, 2023 statistics | surgery | surgical procedure | United States Marissa Adams

The Most Common Surgeries in the United States

The United States is home to some of the most advanced medical facilities and technologies in the world. As a result, the country sees a large number of surgical procedures being performed each year. Learn more about the most common surgeries performed in the United States, including their indications, outcomes, and potential complications. Cesarean section […]

January 12, 2023 cosmetic surgery | enhanced recovery | ERAS | plastic surgery | surgery | surgery prep Marissa Adams

New Year, New You? Considering Plastic Surgery

Are you considering plastic surgery this year? As always, the turning of the New Year has us setting goals and making plans for the coming 12 months. While some of us seek to improve our nutrition, fitness, habits, or relationships. Others will take the plunge on big decisions they have been mulling over like buying […]

August 9, 2022 ERAS | surgery Marissa Adams

What is Breast Augmentation Surgery?

What is breast augmentation? Breast augmentation surgery is a cosmetic procedure performed to increase the size, balance out the size, or otherwise improve the appearance of the breasts to the preference of the patient. Breast augmentation is done using implants (silicone or saline) or fat transfer from another part of the body.  Why do people […]

June 3, 2022 ERAS | Excercise | fitness | muscle | Muscle Atrophy | Physical Therapy | Prehab Marissa Adams

Muscle Atrophy After Surgery

The Quick Read The Deep Dive Being stuck in bed all day is never fun. What’s worse, prolonged periods of rest may lead to notable declines in overall muscle mass. Atrophy occurs when muscles are deprived of some or all of their normal activity, often following an injury or surgery that requires immobilization of the body. […]