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World Renowned Heart Surgeon Speaks Out On What Really Causes Heart Disease

Bombarded with scientific literature, continually attending education seminars, we opinion makers insisted heart disease resulted from the simple fact of elevated blood cholesterol.

6 Things you Didn’t Know about Massage Therapists

As a clinic that offers massage therapy, we know a thing or two about massage therapists and the work that goes behind the scenes. Certified Massage Therapists go through a lot of training- A certi…

When the evidence doesn't support your doctors recommendations for necessary care.

When the evidence doesn’t support your doctors recommendations for necessary care. Imagine you have chest pain and you go to the hospital, but the chest pain comes and goes and is on the left side; most of us likely may believe we are having a heart attack. The truth is that statistically, only about 5% of those who visit the hospital are having a cardiac event, and the rest are likely symptoms of other conditions, with the most common being muscle spasm. Many…

Why I Almost Fired My Doctor

Was I going to risk my longevity to avoid hurting my doctor’s feelings? I needed a physician I respected and trusted.

What to Expect after Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery is a safe & effective way of restoring ones vision. There are many experienced surgeons at FLEI that are available for cataract evaluations

Can You Naturally Remove Skin Tags?

Skin tags start off small and fairly insignificant but they can quickly grow and become a problem both because of their appearance and the fact that they can get in the way.The good news about skin tags is that they are harmless and benign - made up of fibrous connective tissues. Find out more about getting rid of them...

Robert Pearl, MD on doctors and the 5 stages of grief [PODCAST]

Robert Pearl is a plastic surgeon and author of Uncaring: How the Culture of Medicine Kills Doctors and Patients. He can be reached on Twitter @RobertPearlMD.He shares his story and discusses his KevinMD article, "Doctors and the 5 stages of grief."

We're All Becoming Robert Kraft, But We Just Don't Realize It

So, do you think Robert Kraft did anything wrong at that massage parlor?

4 things every parent should know about MD Anderson

The MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Center may be the best-kept secret in Houston, but Jennifer Robinson is out to change that. Her daughter Elise was treated there for osteosarcoma in 2014, and that’s when she learned what sets MD Anderson apart.

'All the old gods are long gone. But still..." An interview with Robert Plant

Robert Plant on Led Zeppelin, his solo career and more...

Readers Write: How to Sell to MD Anderson

It's That Time Of Year: MD&M Time!

February is MD&M time! This year we are very much looking forward to visiting with many of our medical device clients and consultants at the show.

Why I chose MD Anderson for my uterine cancer treatment

Tralisa Woods was initially reluctant to travel for uterine cancer treatment. But the personal connection she felt with her doctor during their very first visit — as well as the caring attitude she encountered in every other employee — convinced her to stay at MD Anderson.

The Importance of Numbering Your Days: An Interview with Robert D. Smith

Chances are you’ve not heard of Robert D. Smith — and that’s a problem. Because everyone who’s ever met Robert agrees he’s a well-kept secret. And today, we’re going t…

Robert Herjavec: 'The World Doesn't Reward Mediocrity.'

The millionaire Shark Tank star says this is what you need to do to achieve a level of personal satisfaction that money can never buy.