June 22, 2023 eye surgery | laser eye surgery | opthalmology | surgery Marissa Adams

The Most Common Eye Surgeries

Laser eye surgery and other common eye surgeries have provided millions of people with improved vision and enhanced quality of life. Let’s discuss some of the most common eye surgeries: laser eye surgery, cataract surgery, and glaucoma surgery, and explore their procedures, benefits, and potential risks. To Sum Up Laser eye surgery, cataract surgery, and […]

June 8, 2023 diet | health | nutrition | Preop Diet Marissa Adams

5 Easy Ways to Clean Up Your Diet

Whether you’ve been told to clean up your diet in preparation for surgery, or you just want to make a healthy change, it can be hard to know where to start. Maintaining a clean and healthy diet is essential for overall well-being and can significantly impact our energy levels, weight management, and long-term health. Making […]

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 […]

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 […]

March 14, 2022 ERAS | health | mental health Marissa Adams

You Need To Schedule Your Colonoscopy Today

Colonoscopy is a dreaded term for most of us. It’s obvious why colon health can be an uncomfortable topic: location, location, location. And a scary-sounding procedure done in an unmentionable location just makes most people do the worst thing they can for their colon health: ignore it. Colorectal cancer is beatable in 90% of the […]

January 11, 2022 exercise | health | life style | mental health | nutrition Marissa Adams

Resolving to Bring Balance to Your Year

The past few years have thrown many of us off-balance in our health & general wellness. Multiple stressful events, whether political, personal or public health-related have caused many people to click into a “survival mode” of sorts. Isolation, fear, and lack of accountability have us making sweeping decisions including a mass exodus in the workforce, […]

September 10, 2020 enhanced recovery | health | surgery Gillian Griffith

Am I Healthy Enough for the Elective Procedure I’ve Been Wanting?

Major Things to Considering Before Opting to Go Under Whether it’s a breast augmentation or a knee replacement, if you’ve been dreaming of an elective procedure—but aren’t quite sure your body is ready to handle the stress of anesthesia and recovery—today’s post is for you. We’ll break down everything you need to know about your […]

June 26, 2020 Gillian Griffith

Surgery for the Morbidly Obese: What to Know & How to Address Weight Loss Before Surgery

With almost three-quarters of men and 60 percent of women in the United States being obese or overweight, obesity is a prevalent issue in our society. If you or a loved one falls into this category, your doctor may have told you to hold off on surgery until you’ve lost weight. Obesity can often make […]

May 5, 2020 alcohol | ERAS | exercise | mental health | nutrition | Smoking | surgery Jamie Fletcher

Surgery After COVID-19: Why It’s Time to Refocus on Preparation

At a Glance Whether you’re gearing up for an upcoming procedure that had been rescheduled during the height of the pandemic or are returning to a bustling workplace, it’s more important now than ever before that we prioritize our health. Things you might have once considered “wellness bonus points” are now non-negotiables and are imperative […]

March 13, 2020 employment | recovery | surgery | surgery prep | work Gillian Griffith

Surgery While Employed: 5 Things to Consider

Surgery itself is stressful—but having surgery while employed can be especially so. From preparing your workstation to setting realistic expectations for when you can return, there are plenty of things to plan for when it comes to getting back to work after surgery. Today, then, we’re breaking down 5 things employees should consider when they […]