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Michael BainWound Care DirectorNewport Nursing and Rehabilitation

Already here....

May 29, 2007

Analysis of:Getting a Discount on Plastic Surgery | online.wsj.com

Discount cosmetic surgery is already here, but not via large commercial companies.  Retention of actual plastic and reconstructive surgeons may be difficult if they are not paying well.  There is a place for this, however the solo practitioner will continue to have word of mouth and a place.

Adam SchaffnerDirector of Plastic SurgeryJUVA SKIN LASER CENTER INC

Discount Plastic Surgery - You Generally Get What You Pay For

May 28, 2007

Analysis of:Getting a Discount on Plastic Surgery | online.wsj.com

I believe that these discount programs are an attempt by a third party to obtain financial gain while the plastic surgeons perform the work.  The only benefit to the plastic surgeon is the volume the plan may provide - just like any other health insurance carrier.  If you want the most qualified, credentialed, and experienced plastic surgeon - it will generally cost more.

Glen McDanielPresident and Chief Executive OfficerGM Global

Avandia report raises more questions than answers

May 24, 2007

Analysis of:Meta-Analysis Links Rosiglitazone (Avandia) to Risk of Myocardial Infarction | www.medpagetoday.com

This report raises more questions than answers. It is important because it suggests more work be done in several areas 1. A full scale study, not just a meta-analysis is needed. Also what are the risks of related drugs like Actos? 2. The Feds need to get serious about creating a robust, responsible FDA; an agency responsive to concerns, less trusting and less beholden to pharmaceutical companies. It needs to mandate more of a "trust but verify" approach 3. Another close look at the entire approval process including guidelines for R&D done overseas

Alan ZaccariaPlastic SurgeonMD ALAN FACS ZACCARIA

Save your money SNN

May 17, 2007

Analysis of:Smith & Nephew (SNN) to Acquire BlueSky Medical Group | www.streetinsider.com

Blue Sky has not been able to capture significant market share. VAC, by KCI has cornered the market of negative pressure wound therapy.

Michael BainWound Care DirectorNewport Nursing and Rehabilitation

For wounds, it is going to happen

May 15, 2007

Analysis of:Home telemonitoring works, study claims | www.healthcareitnews.com

In the Plastic Surgery literature wound care via home monitoring is advanced enough to change outcomes.  See Murphy, Bain et al in the Annals of Plastic Surgery June 2005. Home telemonitoring is good for certain problems, that require regular monitoring.  It has been shown to be equivalent to physical exam if a standard database is used and likely to reduce costs.  There are now CPT codes for it and eventually they will be paid. 

Glen McDanielPresident and Chief Executive OfficerGM Global

Brokering a deal for HIV drugs is a big win

May 9, 2007

Analysis of:Clinton Says 66 Developing Nations To Get Cheaper AIDS Drugs | www.medicalnewstoday.com

The fact that this deal was successfully brokered is a victory for HIV patients, poor countries and the free market. As pharmaceutical companies compete to get market share and to win the PR war, they will enter into deals such as these more and more. This is one case in which everyone wins.

Glen McDanielPresident and Chief Executive OfficerGM Global

JCAHO gets in on Medical Tourism Trend

May 9, 2007

Analysis of:SPOTLIGHT: The risks of medical tourism | www.fiercehealthcare.com

The idea of medical tourism is not entirely new, but has become an increasing trend largely for cost reasons. Many patients equate quality of care with "US-equivalent" or even "US-associated". Interestingly the JCAHO which accredits US hospitals and programs has been expanding its scope internationally to take advantage of just such a perception.  Patients may benefit from the JCAHO push, no matter what JCAHO's motives. 

Glen McDanielPresident and Chief Executive OfficerGM Global

"Ho Hum" to Abbott's Free Style Blood Glucose Meter

April 30, 2007

Analysis of:Abbott Announces FDA Clearance And Launch Of New FreeStyle Lite™ Blood Glucose Monitoring System | www.medicalnewstoday.com

  Abbott's new FreeStle meter does offer some good features, but it will be difficult for them to break through in a crowded market. Abbott needs to launch an adverising campaign to push the product even as it provides education as to how to best use the meter. Clinicians and Diabetes Educators need to help consumers make an informed decision.

Glen McDanielPresident and Chief Executive OfficerGM Global

Good news, but use Altabax judiciously

April 26, 2007

Analysis of:FDA Approves Antibiotic Ointment For Children And Adults - Altabax (retapamulin Ointment) | www.medicalnewstoday.com

The approval of this new drug is very good news as long as it's used per approved indications. This drug is new in a real way since it has  a novel mode of action. It's exciting that it has a short course; and since it's topical it can be prescribed even to young kids who have a difficult time swallowing pills. It contributes to the arsenal in fighting a fairly common and annoying infection among kids in schools, day care centers etc.

Glen McDanielPresident and Chief Executive OfficerGM Global

Supreme Court is More Political than Legal

April 25, 2007

Analysis of:JUSTICES UPHOLD BAN ON ABORTION PROCEDURE | www.cnn.com

It was hardly surprising that this court upheld a ban on late term abortions. While it is true that the legal system reflects the values of society, it is becoming more diffuclt to separate legal decisions from political decisions. Judges increasingly tend to vote their political beliefs in favor of law or precedence. Implications: how will women, political scientsts and physicians react to this ruling?

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