Tuesday, March 3, 2009

VGI Announces the Launch of DISMISS� Instruments for the VerteLoc™ Minimally Invasive Spine Stabilization System

VGI Announces the Launch of DISMISS® Instruments for the VerteLoc™ Minimally Invasive Spine Stabilization System

VGI introduces a revolutionary surgical instrument system that is smaller in diameter than a pencil. The DISMISS® instrument system is designed specifically for the implantation of the VerteLoc™ Minimally Invasive Spine Stabilization System and will be unveiled at the Congress of Neurological Surgeons meeting in Phoenix, Arizona starting on March 12, 2009.

Winston-Salem, NC (PRWEB) March 3, 2009 -- VG Innovations, Inc. (www.vginnovations.com) (VGI), announces the launch of a new surgical instrumentation system, named DISMISS®.

"DISMISS® stands for Directional Instrument System for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery," stated VGI's President and CEO, Dan Grayson. "We have received very positive feedback from our surgeon users, regarding the biomechanical advantages of the VerteLoc™ Minimally Invasive Spine Stabilization system, so the next logical step was to further refine the system's current instrumentation. We have now taken minimally invasive spinal facet fusion to a whole new level with the DISMISS® instruments."

"The DISMISS® instruments, used specifically for the implantation of the VerteLoc™ implants, are smaller in diameter than a pencil," noted Executive Vice President and Chief Technical Officer Dr. Tov Vestgaarden. "In addition, we have not only reduced the size, but also the number of instruments required for surgical implantation. This is just the beginning of a whole new era in surgical instrumentation from VGI."

"New sets of the DISMISS® instruments will be distributed during the second and third quarters of 2009 to select VGI distributors throughout the United States," Grayson added. "These new instruments will allow our distributors to introduce the VerteLoc™ system to a more diverse surgeon base."

The VerteLoc™ Minimally Invasive Spine Stabilization System (www.verteloc.com) is designed to allow earlier intervention in the continuum of spinal care. The procedure should prolong or prevent more invasive spine procedures in indicated patients, which would provide significant benefits to the quality of life versus traditional methods of spinal fusion.

Company Profile

VG Innovations, Inc, is a privately held company and was formed in late 2007. The company is in the business of developing and commercializing proprietary, implantable devices with a specific focus on minimally invasive surgical products that could provide better surgical solutions over present technology. The products are designed to treat specific spinal disease indications that affect millions of people. More information on the company and its products can be found at: www.verteloc.com.

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Contact Information Dan Grayson

VG Innovations, Inc

http://www.verteloc.com

336-760-2012



Benin's President Boni Welcomes Mercy Ship

Benin's President Boni Welcomes Mercy Ship

Highlights Millennium Challenge Initiative and Access to Health Care for the Poor

Cotonou, Benin (Vocus) March 3, 2009 -- During the Mercy Ship's first week of surgeries in their nation, the President of Benin, Dr. Thomas Yayi Boni, and several cabinet ministers visited the Africa Mercy (http://www.mercyships.org) to express hope for increasing access to health care for the poor in his nation.

President Boni (http://www.mercyships.org) emphasized the contribution Mercy Ships is making to his government's effort in providing better access to health care. He spoke briefly about the 'Millennium Challenge,' a government initiative that seeks to provide improved access and infrastructure to the people of Benin.

"Our ambition is to bring health to everyone here (in Benin). That is why we are so grateful you have come. Everything you are doing enters perfectly into what we would like for Benin," explained President Boni in his address to the crew onboard.

In his speech, the President quoted from Psalm 41: 'Blessed is he that considers the poor.' He mentioned his gratitude for the determination Mercy Ships (http://www.mercyships.org) showed in reaching out through additional screenings held in the North of Benin shortly after the ship docked. Screenings last week near the port of Cotonou were attended by more than 5,000 people seeking help.

The volunteer crew is projected to impact more than 53,000 lives by providing free medical care, training, and capacity building programs during its 10-month field service in Benin, according to Mercy Ships CEO Sam Smith.

In February 2006, the Millennium Challenge Corporation (http://www.mercyships.org) (MCC) signed a five-year, approximately $307 million USD grant agreement with the Government of Benin to improve physical and institutional infrastructure by focusing on access to four critical sectors: land, financial services, justice, and markets.

"We would like to create a new and modern Benin (http://www.mercyships.org). That is why you are partners of Benin. My government and I are here to show you our thanks for your being here," Boni said, stating that Mercy Ships is a true friend, as this is the fourth visit of a Mercy Ship to his country. The last visit was in 2004.

The President's entourage was given a guided tour of the Africa Mercy's hospital, including one of the operating rooms and a visit to patients in one of the wards.

Mercy Ships Founder/President, Don Stephens, formally thanked President Boni for the co-operation and support the people of Benin have shown to Mercy Ships. He spoke of the commitment the ship's crew and offices in 15 nations have to help Benin during this economically stretching time in the world.

Sandwiched between Nigeria and Togo, nearly a third of Benin's population of 8.5 million residents live on less than $2 a day, according to UN figures.¹ For the past decade, Benin has been at the forefront of African democratization. Yet, the country remains beset with numerous problems, as evidenced by its ranking of 163 out of 177 countries on the Human Development Index.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

USA: Pauline Rick, US PR Director

Mercy Ships

tel: (903) 939 7649

rickp(at)mercyships.org

International:

Diane Rickard, Director International Public Relations

Mercy Ships

UK tel: 44 1438 727 800

rickardd(at)mercyships.org

Broadcast video clips, hi-res photos and audio clips of the event, the Africa Mercy arrival into Cotonou and ship's screening are available for media download with a quick registration at www.mercyshipsnews.org.

About Mercy Ships

Mercy Ships is the leader in using hospital ships to deliver free, world-class health care services to the poor. Founded in 1978 by Don and Deyon Stephens, Mercy Ships brings hope and healing to the poor in developing nations. Over the past 30 years, Mercy Ships has worked in more than 70 countries providing services valued at more than $670 million, directly impacting more than 1.9 million people. More than 850 crew worldwide, representing more than 35 nations, are joined each year by hundreds of short-term volunteers. Professionals including surgeons, dentists, nurses, community developers, teachers, cooks, seamen, engineers, and agriculturalists donate their time and skills to the effort. For more information click on www.mercyships.org.

¹http://hdrstats.undp.org/2008/countries/country_fact_sheets/cty_fs_BEN.html

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Contact Information Pauline Rick

Mercy Ships

http://www.mercyshipsnews.org

903-939 7649

Diane Rickard

Mercy Ships

http://www.mercyshipsnews.org

+44 1438 727 800



Monday, March 2, 2009

New Vertebral Biopsy Needle Features Exclusive Cutting Cannula

New Vertebral Biopsy Needle Features Exclusive Cutting Cannula

The new product: Serratus™ Vertebral Biopsy Needle is a specialty biopsy needle used to capture a quality vertebral core sample. This new product features an exclusive cutting cannula.

Attleboro, MA (PRWEB) March 2, 2009 -- NeedleTech Products, Inc. has introduced its new Serratus™ Vertebral Biopsy Needle, a specialty biopsy needle used to capture a quality vertebral core sample.

Designed to be used in conjunction with the company's 11- & 13-gauge Bonus™ Vertebral Access Needle, the ergonomically-engineered Serratus™ Vertebral Biopsy Needle features radiolucent handles and an exclusive serratus™ cutting cannula to capture a reliable bone biopsy.

The FDA has reviewed the company's pre-market notification submission (510K) and ruled the device Class 1 exempt. The Serratus™ Vertebral Biopsy Needle is available for immediate release in bulk or packaged and sterile.

More information is available at: http://www.needletech.com/html/serratus_vertebral_biopsy_need.html

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Contact Information Russ Small

NeedleTech Products, Inc.

http://www.needletech.com

508-431-4000



Sunday, March 1, 2009

Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons to Present the SAGES 2009 Scientific Session and Postgraduate Courses in April 2009

Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons to Present the SAGES 2009 Scientific Session and Postgraduate Courses in April 2009

The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) will convene its 2009 Scientific Session and Postgraduate Courses in Phoenix, Arizona from April 22-25, 2009. The SAGES Annual Meeting has been the pre-eminent meeting for minimally invasive surgery for the past twenty-eight years. The meeting is expected to draw more than 2,000 surgeons, surgeons-in-training, GI assistants, nurses and other allied health professionals who are interested in minimally invasive surgery and gastrointestinal surgery. The 2009 Program Chair is L. Michael Brunt, MD, from the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri.

Los Angeles, California (PRWEB) March 1, 2009 -- The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) will convene its 2009 Scientific Session and Postgraduate Courses in Phoenix, Arizona from April 22-25, 2009.

The SAGES Annual Meeting has been the pre-eminent meeting for minimally invasive surgery for the past twenty-eight years. The meeting is expected to draw more than 2,000 surgeons, surgeons-in-training, GI assistants, nurses and other allied health professionals who are interested in minimally invasive surgery and gastrointestinal surgery. The 2009 Program Chair is L. Michael Brunt, MD, from the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri.

The scientific program has been carefully designed to incorporate many of the scientific and technical advances from the leading experts in the fields of general, gastrointestinal, endoscopic and minimally invasive surgery. The program begins on Wednesday, April 22, 2009 with a variety of half-day postgraduate and hands-on courses on such topics as colorectal, hernia, flexible endoscopy, endolumenal/NOTES®, bariatric, laparoscopic cholecystectomy and the Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery (FLS). Wednesday also features the SAGES Education and Research Foundation Awards Luncheon, recognizing distinguished leaders for their work in minimally invasive surgery and helped to keep patient safety and MIS in the forefront. Thursday, April 23, 2009 continues with more courses on foregut and advanced laparoscopic techniques, a special Allied Health Symposium on patient safety, a Endolumenal/NOTES® Symposium, a robotics panel, a forum and luncheon for surgical educators, and the SAGES Great Presidential Debates, a session dedicated to a broad range of issues including Universal Healthcare. Both Friday and Saturday's sessions are devoted to a range of engaging panels, concurrent sessions and keynote lectures. Dr. John Cameron will be delivering the Gerald Marks Lecture, "The Surgeon as a Role Model" on Friday with Dr. Catherine DeAngelis, Editor of JAMA, delivering the Health Policy Lecture on conflict of interest on Saturday.

SAGES Exhibits, Learning Center and Posters are open Thursday through Friday with the Poster session running until Saturday, April 25th.

Since 2005 the SAGES Scientific Session and Postgraduate Courses have been a part of Surgical Spring Week, a week of surgical meetings which have included the American College of Surgeons and the American Hepato-Pancreato Biliary Association. In 2009 SAGES meets once again with the International Pediatric Endosurgery Group (IPEG), the premiere international association for physicians who perform minimally invasive surgery in children. Several joint sessions have been incorporated into both programs including the joint panel, "Urgent and Emergent Acute Case Problems in Pediatric and Adult Patients" on Friday afternoon.

More information about the annual meeting and Surgical Spring Week is posted regularly on the SAGES website, http://www.sages.org/meetings/. Interested parties may sign up for our e-newsletter by submitting an email address on the same site.

Questions should be directed to SAGES, 11300 W. Olympic Bvld., Suite 600, Los Angeles, CA 90064, Phone: 310-437-0544, Fax: 310-437-0585, Email: sagesweb (at) sages (dot) org

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Contact Information Jennifer Clark

Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons

http://www.sages.org

310-437-0554



Saturday, February 28, 2009

Elbow Ligament Reconstruction Appears Not to Effect Future Professional Advancement in Baseball

Elbow Ligament Reconstruction Appears Not to Effect Future Professional Advancement in Baseball

Athletes who have UCL reconstruction prior to being drafted perform at similar level as those without reconstruction

Las Vegas, NV (Vocus) February 28, 2009 -- New research presented at the 2009 American Orthopaedic Society of Sports Medicine (www.sportsmed.org) Specialty Day in Las Vegas suggests that elbow ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstruction prior to selection in the Major League Baseball (MLB) draft does not increase the risk of future injury or affect the rate of professional advancement.

"Our study showed no statistical difference between athletes who had undergone UCL reconstruction prior to the draft and a matched control group in terms of advancement in professional baseball" said Gregory F. Carolan, MD, lead author and Director of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine at St. Luke's Hospital in Bethlehem, PA. Dr. Carolan is a former fellow at the San Diego Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine Program and The Scripps Clinic, San Diego, CA where the research was conducted in conjunction with the San Diego Padres Baseball Club.

The researchers reviewed the medical records of all players selected during the five MLB drafts held from 1999 through 2003 and identified 30 players (all but 3 were pitchers) who had undergone UCL reconstruction (www.sportsmed.org) (RUCL) prior to entering the draft. The data analyzed included the highest level of professional advancement, the number of times players were placed on the disabled list (DL), the type of injury responsible for placement on the DL and game statistics for those players that advanced to the Major Leagues. There was no statistically significant difference in any of these areas between the RUCL group and the control group.

"Our data shows that UCL reconstruction prior to selection in the MLB draft does not appear to increase the chances of a future injury to the throwing arm or impact a player's professional prospects when compared to a matched control group. Our analysis is sufficiently powered to detect large differences between the two groups; however our ongoing research will continue to add confidence that we are not missing more subtle differences. As more athletes undergo the procedure and enter the MLB draft, we hope to be able to accomplish this goal. With the increase in UCL reconstructions being performed, it is heartening to see that the procedure can be successful in allowing future professional athletes to the reach the highest level of competition on par with their peers," said Carolan.

The American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) is a world leader in sports medicine (www.sportsmed.org) education, research, communication and fellowship, and includes national and international orthopaedic sports medicine leaders. The Society works closely with many other sports medicine specialists, including athletic trainers, physical therapists, family physicians, and others to improve the identification, prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports injuries.

For more information, please contact AOSSM Director of Communications, Lisa Weisenberger, at 847/292-4900 or e-mail her at lisa @ aossm.org. Additional information and press releases can be viewed in the newsroom on AOSSM's Web site at www.sportsmed.org .

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Contact Information Lisa Weisenberger

AOSSM Director of Communications

http://www.sportsmed.org

847-292-4900



Friday, February 27, 2009

Health Insurance Claims Top $2 Million Mark

Health Insurance Claims Top $2 Million Mark

Leading heath insurance fund Medibank Private has released a list of the most expensive benefit claims made by members.

Melbourne, VIC (PRWEB) February 27, 2009 -- A hospital bill of $364,859 for complex bowel surgery heads the annual Medibank Private "Chart Toppers" list of the most expensive health insurance (http://www.medibank.com.au/) benefit claims made by members of the fund.

The bowel surgery claim, costing 20 per cent more than last year's most expensive claim, helped push the total value of Medibank Private's top ten claims for the year (to 30 June 2008) to almost $2.4 million.

Second on the Chart Toppers list was a claim for neurosurgery which came in at $276,595. Third place was for 469 days of neonatal hospital care for which Medibank Private paid a benefit of $256,451 on behalf of the baby's parents.

Overall the number of very high cost claims on hospital cover (http://www.medibank.com.au/Health-Covers.aspx) has leapt, with Medibank Private covering 73 per cent more claims over $100,000, which increased from 86 to 149 during the period.

Medibank Private Industry Affairs Manager, Craig Bosworth, says the rising number of high cost claims indicates that the private health sector is increasingly carrying the burden of an ageing population and the complex, technologically intensive hospital care older people often require.

"The Medibank Private Chart Toppers list shows that providing quality healthcare is very expensive. With eight of the top ten claims for people aged 54 or over, it also illustrates that private health insurance (http://www.medibank.com.au/Health-Covers/About-Health-Insurance.aspx) is not just for elective surgery lumps and bumps, and members are increasingly using their private health insurance (http://www.medibank.com.au/Health-Covers.aspx) to cover themselves for the cost of complicated and potentially life saving surgery.

"Traditionally the high end surgeries would be borne by the public system. Now we are seeing people electing to use their private health insurance for these types of procedures, and enjoying the clear benefits it brings. These include choice of doctor, choice of hospital, and greater control over how soon the surgery can occur.

"This trend has been reflected in Medibank Private's hospital admission figures for 2007/08, which grew by 8 per cent over the previous year. In total we funded 810,000 hospital admissions, and as the Chart Toppers list shows, some of these are very expensive.

"Clearly the only way for most Australians to afford these type of medical procedures in a private hospital is with private health insurance", Mr Bosworth observed.

During 2006/07 Medibank Private spent $2.13 billion in benefit payments for hospital treatment. Overall the fund paid out $2.9 billion in hospital and ancillary benefits, an increase of 8.7 per cent on the previous year.

About Medibank Private:

Medibank Private is the largest Australian-owned provider of private health insurance covering more than three million people. Medibank Private offers health insurance to all Australians through retail and corporate products, as well as catering for overseas students and visitors.

Medibank Private has a 'Members Choice' network of contracted health providers consisting of over 449 private hospitals and day surgeries and 4,038 ancillary providers nationally. It has approximately 1,500 staff and 105 retail centres nationally, a national call centre and online access at www.medibank.com.au.

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Contact Information Nick Aridas

Medibank Private Health Insurance

http://www.medibank.com.au/

+613-8622-5132



Thursday, February 26, 2009

Rick Fraunfelder, M.D. of the Casey Vision Correction Center in Portland, Oregon, Joins Elite Group of Surgeons Listed at Trusted LASIK Surgeons

Rick Fraunfelder, M.D. of the Casey Vision Correction Center in Portland, Oregon, Joins Elite Group of Surgeons Listed at Trusted LASIK Surgeons

Trusted LASIK Surgeons launched its revolutionary Trusted LASIK Surgeons directory service and website at www.TrustedLASIKSurgeons.com in order to provide a resource for consumers seeking to improve their vision and find a highly qualified surgeon who can help improve their chances of attaining 20-20 vision. What sets the Trusted LASIK Surgeons directory apart is a unique screening process ensuring that only those who are among the best in LASIK eye surgery and laser eye surgery in the United States are listed. Refractive eye surgeons, such as Dr. Frederick Fraunfelder, are screened based on their experience, research, publications, lectures, and patient care standards. Trusted LASIK Surgeons believes Doctor Fraunfelder's research, teaching, surgical skills, and other professional accomplishments place him among the top LASIK surgeons in the United States. His practice at Casey Vision Correction Center of the Oregon Health & Science University serves Portland, Beaverton, Gresham, Hillsboro, Lake Oswego, and Salem, as well as communities throughout Oregon.

Portland, OR (PRWEB) February 26, 2009 -- Trusted LASIK Surgeons (http://www.trustedlasiksurgeons.com) announced today that Frederick Fraunfelder, M.D. (http://trustedlasiksurgeons.com/portland_lasik_surgeon_RIck_Fraunfelder_M_D.htm) has joined the Trusted LASIK Eye Surgeons Directory (http://www.trustedlasiksurgeons.com/find_a_lasik_eye_surgeon.htm), an informational resource for consumers searching for highly qualified LASIK and refractive eye surgeons. Dr. Rick Fraunfelder's practice serves patients seeking LASIK eye surgery in Portland, Beaverton, Gresham, Hillsboro, Lake Oswego, and Salem (http://trustedlasiksurgeons.com/portland_lasik_surgeons.htm). Dr. Fraunfelder also treats those seeking in vision correction surgery throughout Oregon (http://trustedlasiksurgeons.com/oregon_lasik_surgeons.htm), and in cities in Washington like Vancouver.

Trusted LASIK Surgeons directory service is designed to feature only those LASIK eye surgeons who are among the best in the United States. To accomplish this, Trusted LASIK Surgeons screens each laser eye surgeon based on experience, premier patient care, and professional credentials. In Trusted LASIK Surgeon's opinion, Dr. Fraunfelder's outstanding achievements place him among the top LASIK and vision correction surgeons in the United States.

The most significant professional qualifications that set Dr. Rick Fraunfelder apart from nearly all other LASIK Surgeons are his experience as a principal investigator for an FDA study for Nidek and member of the FDA Ophthalmic Devices panel study, his academic appointment at Casey Eye Institute, and his extensive research. At the Casey Eye Institute at Oregon Health & Science University, Dr. Fraunfelder serves as an as a Associate Professor of Ophthalmology, Cornea/External Disease, Ocular Oncology, and the Refractive Surgery Director of the Cornea/ External Disease/Refractive Surgery Division. Dr. Fraunfelder is also a leading expert in medication side effects and interactions. He directs the National Registry of Drug-Induced Ocular Side Effects, which is the only database designed to gather data on the side effects of drugs on the eye, and regularly teaches and lectures his peers on the side effects of medications on the eye.

Dr. Rick Fraunfelder serves on several editorial boards, including Drugs of Today, EyeNet, Drugs of the Future, and the Physicians Desk Reference. He also is a reviewer of articles for over 10 scientific journals related to eye care including the American Journal of Ophthalmology, Archives of Ophthalmology, Cornea, and the Journal of Refractive Surgery.

Dr. Fraunfelder is extensively published, with over 62 peer-reviewed scientific journal articles published, 26 text book chapters, and 3 books to his credit. He has presented over 12 lectures on research topics at major eye meetings in the United States and internationally and over 25 lectures at local and regional meetings to fellow eye doctors. These collective accomplishments have earned him the respect of his peers world-wide.

Over his career, Dr. Fraunfelder has performed over 5,000 LASIK and laser vision surgery procedures. With over 10 years of experience in refractive surgery including laser vision surgery procedures like LASIK and PRK, Dr. Fraunfelder has the proven know-how to provide patients with the highest eye care available when it comes to their vision correction.

Rick Fraunfelder, M.D., performs LASIK and other laser vision and refractive surgery procedures on patients with nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), astigmatism (blurred vision), and presbyopia. Dr. Fraunfelder's practice, at Casey Vision Correction Center, provides premier patient care, including "All-Laser" or "Bladeless" LASIK and use of Wavefront Based ("Optimized") LASIK and PRK. Dr. Fraunfelder offers not just LASIK and PRK (laser eye surgery procedures), but limbal relaxing incisions and cataract lens implant procedures to give patients a full range of options when it comes to choosing the right vision correction procedure.

Dr. Fraunfelder has also helped new patients who have had significant problems with LASIK or other vision correction procedures performed by another surgeon. Moreover, Dr. Fraunfelder has been selected by other eye surgeons, optometrists, opticians, employees of companies that specialize in refractive surgery instrumentation or their family members to perform their LASIK or other refractive surgery procedure.

Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, this highly qualified refractive eye surgery specialist is a recipient of an Achievement Award by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He is also an active member of the International Society of Refractive Surgery, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and numerous other international and national professional organizations dedicated to eye care. Locally, Dr. Fraunfelder is a member of the Oregon Academy of Ophthalmology and the Oregon Medical Association.

Dr. Fraunfelder is also dedicated to helping others less fortunate. His charitable contributions extend from local schools and the Lions Bank of Oregon, where he serves on the Medical Advisory Committee, to Orphans Over Seas, a charity which helps children and single parents all over the world.

"We are honored to have Dr. Fraunfelder join our Trusted Lasik Directory. The Casey Eye Institute has a long history of contributions to the field of refractive surgery beginning with the excimer laser FDA studies initiated by Dr. Larry Rich in the early 1990's. Rick Fraunfelder continues this strong tradition. He also brings the unique perspective of serving on the FDA advisory panel which oversees the approval of ophthalmic laser systems," commented James J. Salz, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of Trusted LASIK Surgeons.

"Eyesight is a precious gift. I am fortunate to practice in a field that permits me with an opportunity to help patients attain better vision" said Rick Fraunfelder, M.D., Associate Professor of Ophthalmology of Casey Eye Institute. "The Trusted LASIK Surgeons website attracts patients who are looking to find a LASIK specialist who has professional qualifications that exceed those of the typical LASIK doctor. I am honored to be included among the highly distinguished group of surgeons listed at the Trusted LASIK Surgeons"

Visit Portland, OR LASIK Eye Surgery Expert Rick Fraunfelder profile page at Trusted LASIK Surgeons (http://trustedlasiksurgeons.com/portland_lasik_surgeon_RIck_Fraunfelder_M_D.htm)

To see learn more about LASIK and refractive expert Rick Fraunfelder, M.D., and the Casey Vision Correction center, please visit Casey Vision Correction Center website of Portland, OR (http://www.ohsucasey.com/patient/cvcc.asp)

To ask Dr. Rick Fraunfelder a question or schedule an appointment, Contact Dr. Rick Fraunfelder at Casey Vision Correction Center in Portland, Oregon (http://www.ohsucasey.com/patient/cvcc.asp)

For more on why consumers should consider surgeons listed in the Trusted LASIK Surgeons directory for their vision correction needs, please visit:

Why choose a Surgeon from the Trusted LASIK Surgeon's Directory (http://www.trustedlasiksurgeons.com/why_use_a_trusted_lasik_surgeon.htm)

The screening process and standards used by Trusted LASIK Surgeons are located at How Are LASIK Eye Surgeons Qualified at Trusted LASIK Surgeons? (http://www.trustedlasiksurgeons.com/how_are_lasik_surgeons_qualified_at_tls.htm)

To find a highly accomplished LASIK and refractive specialist in your local area who has been qualified and listed in the Trusted LASIK Surgeons directory, please visit Trusted LASIK Surgeons Directory (http://www.trustedlasiksurgeons.com/find_a_lasik_eye_surgeon.htm)

SOURCE: Trusted LASIK Surgeons

About Trusted LASIK Surgeons, Inc.

Trusted LASIK Surgeons, Inc. (Trusted LASIK Surgeons) is a premier LASIK, laser eye surgery, and refractive eye surgery directory service whose primary mission is to assist consumers in finding the best and most qualified LASIK and vision correction surgeons in their local area in the United States. To accomplish this, Trusted LASIK Surgeons uses a unique screening process where each prospective LASIK eye surgeon must meet the minimum required qualifications set by Trusted LASIK Surgeons. These qualifications for these doctors are based on experience (not just in LASIK but complete refractive care), research (including FDA approval studies for manufacturers and academic appointments at major universities), publications and lectures (to their peers, not to the public via infomercials) and patient care standards (treating other eye professionals and managing complications from patients first operated on by someone else). All refractive eye surgeons listed at Trusted LASIK Surgeons have qualified, been accepted, and have subscribed to our services. For more information on why we believe consumers interested in LASIK should consider an eye surgeon listed in the Trusted LASIK Surgeon's directory, please visit our website at www.TrustedLASIKSurgeons.com.

Trusted LASIK Surgeons, Inc.

(800) 483-8028

About Casey Vision Correction Center

In the Northwest, Casey Vision Correction Center has been an innovator in laser vision correction surgery. The internationally recognized Casey team performed the first PRK in the Northwest in December 1994 and the first LASIK in the area in October 1996. Its reputation rests securely on the abilities of our team of corneal specialists, all of whom are highly skilled, well respected surgeons and clinicians who combine the best possible medical care with a sincere concern for the well being of their patients. Casey Vision Correction Center's tradition of excellence stems from the depth of its surgeons' experience and its affiliation with Casey Eye Institute and Oregon Health & Science University, an academic center of excellence devoted to health care. Casey Vision Correction Center is committed to remaining on the leading edge of eye care technology, being leaders in innovation and scientific training, and providing patient care of the highest possible quality. For more information about the Casey Vision Correction Center, please visit: www.ohsucasey.com/patient/cvcc.asp

Casey Vision Correction Center

Casey Eye Institute- Marquam Hill

3375 S.W. Terwilliger Blvd.

Portland, Oregon 97239

Phone: (503) 494-3937 or (800) 842-3937

About Casey Eye Institute

At Casey Eye Institute, the mission is simple: to provide excellent eye care in a quality, cost-effective environment that combines education, research, clinical leadership and service to the community. The Casey Eye Institute is an academic regional eye center dedicated to preventing blindness through research, and to bringing advanced technology to the Pacific Northwest through continuing education of physicians. We are also committed to affordable eye care through collaborative programs and to sharing resources with community providers. Casey Eye Institute is the only free-standing academic eye research center west of Salt Lake City and north of San Francisco. For more information about the Casey Eye Institute, please visit www.ohsucasey.com.

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Contact Information James J. Salz, M.D.

Trusted LASIK Surgeons, Inc.

http://www.TrustedLASIKSurgeons.com

+1 (800) 483-8028

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