Lung cancer awareness: The importance of early detection and treatment
Dr. Robert Taylor Ripley discusses common causes of lung cancer, risks and the latest treatments.
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The Stitch
The Stitch is the official blog of the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, where department members share their expertise, research, and clinical experience, and patients share their personal stories of surgery and healing.
Organ and tissue transplantation: What you should know
Dr. Aladdein Mattar discusses the role of the transplant surgeon, challenges in the field and advances that are improving patient outcomes.
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How surgical advances have improved detection, removal of breast cancer
How have advanced surgical techniques improved breast cancer diagnosis and treatment? Jessica Salmans LaCross discusses the latest technologies.
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Tips for recovery after breast reconstruction surgery
Tips and first-hand insights about how to recover from breast reconstruction surgery with DIEP flap.
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What’s behind the increase in plastic and cosmetic surgery?
Dr. Edward Reece discusses common misconceptions about aesthetic surgery and factors that have made it popular in recent years.
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Why should I stop smoking?
A tobacco treatment specialist discusses the health effects of smoking, screening, and ways to quit.
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Understanding granulomatous mastitis, a rare breast condition
What is granulomatous mastitis, a mysterious breast disease that stays around for weeks, months or even years?
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What you should know about sarcoma
Dr. E. Ramsay Camp with Baylor College of Medicine explains how sarcoma is diagnosed and effectively treated.
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Simple tips to prevent falls
As part of National Safety Month, Dr. Chad Wilson describes several ways adults can reduce the risk of falling as they age.
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Six ways to maintain a healthy heart
Dr. Joseph S. Coselli shares risk factors for heart disease, advice for maintaining heart health and why lifestyle changes are key.
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