General Surgery

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Can Patients Take GLP-1 RA Medications Before Surgery?
  • BlackDoctor Pro Editors
  • 06/12/2024

Can Patients Take GLP-1 RA Medications Before Surgery?

GLP-1 RAs don't require discontinuation before surgery. Continue therapy with liquid-only diet pre-procedure. Explore full analysis for more insights.
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appendicitis
  • Camille McClellan
  • 02/19/2023

Appendicitis Often Spotted Later in Black Patients, Ages 18-64

Late appendicitis diagnosis is common in Black patients, but minority-serving hospitals diagnose faster. Racial integration improves care. Explore implications.
  • General Surgery
  • Maya Moore
  • 12/01/2022

Vaginal Birth After C-Section Tied to Later Pelvic Floor Surgery

VBAC increases pelvic floor surgery risk compared to ERCS. Consider implications for patient counseling on birth options. Read full study.
  • General Surgery
  • Nicole Johnson
  • 11/23/2022

Good Outcomes Reported With Single-Position Lumbar Surgery

SPLS enhances efficiency and safety in lumbar fusion, reducing complications like postoperative ileus. Explore implications for patient outcomes.
  • General Surgery
  • Nicole Johnson
  • 11/23/2022

Bariatric Surgery Cuts CVD Risk in Patients With Obesity, NAFLD

Bariatric surgery significantly reduces CVD risk in severe obesity, NAFLD patients. Explore implications for underserved communities.
  • General Surgery
  • Nicole Johnson
  • 11/22/2022

Is Surgery Always Necessary for Folks With Chronic Angina?

Surgical vs. conservative angina treatment offers similar survival rates. Empower patient choice based on quality of life. Explore 10-year data implications.
  • General Surgery
thyroid cancer
  • Maya Moore
  • 11/17/2022

Rates of Surgical Consults Lower for Black Patients

Black Medicare patients face 14% lower odds of surgical consults than White counterparts, highlighting racial disparities. Explore implications further in JAMA Surgery.
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