We continue our look at special technical considerations of robotic and laparoscopic surgery, particularly as they differ from open-incision surgery. This month we will wrap up our series with a discussion of injury prevention as it pertains to robotic surgery. Here are some of the things that we discussed earlier in this series: Proper patient […]
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When most people think of core exercises, they think of sit-ups and crunches. In reality, your abdominal muscles represent only a portion of your core. From an anatomy standpoint, the core is everything minus your arms, legs, and head. The primary role of your core is stabilization. Therefore, any exercise that forces you to stabilize […]
The other day I was looking at my auto insurance bill and noticed that it was bundled with my home insurance. In fact, I received a modest discount for this loyalty. Then it made me think. Why can’t I bundle my life and health insurance policies for a similar discount? After all, I would be […]
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We continue our look at special technical considerations of robotic and laparoscopic surgery, particularly as they differ from open-incision surgery. As we discussed last month, robotic surgery is merely a type of laparoscopic surgery, sharing the same principles and potential pitfalls. This month we will focus on careful tissue handling, a benefit with endless possibilities […]
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I have often said, “I would be in great shape if it was not for this skeleton of mine.” When you think about it, our average lifespan has increased a whopping 80% in the last 100 years. However, our musculoskeletal system has not had enough time to adapt and catch up. In other words, from […]
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I believe Oscar Wilde was the first to be credited with the saying, “everything in moderation, including moderation.” Whether talking about exercise or diet, consistency, diversity, and moderation are the keys to success. However, moderation can have its issues. First of all, the definition of moderation is always moving. The best example is the variability […]
If you’ve ever experienced a urinary tract infection, you know just how painful it can be if left untreated. The most common symptoms of urinary tract infections (UTIs) include an urgent need to urinate and pain while urinating. More severe symptoms include fever and lower back pain. The bacteria E. coli is typically the cause […]
Prostate-specific antigen, commonly referred to as PSA, is a substance found in the prostate cells of all adult men. High PSA levels can signify a number of different conditions, from a urinary tract infection to prostatitis. Checking PSA levels via regular blood tests is also one way doctors can detect the development and progression of […]
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Many people think that if you exercise, you can eat whatever you want. Even though your daily caloric requirement will increase, attention to diet is necessary in order to meet your exercise and fitness goals. Here are a few guiding points: Meet, but don’t exceed, your caloric requirements. It is easy to overestimate the number […]
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As a physician, I am entrusted with the future well-being of my patients. The only greater privilege than tending to my patients is that of being a parent. In fact, there are many parallels between the two roles. Both improve with experience. Both require a heightened insight into others. Both respond best to leading by […]
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Laparoscopic Principles for the Robotic Surgeon, Part 5
/in Blog, Innovations in Minimally Invasive SurgeryWe continue our look at special technical considerations of robotic and laparoscopic surgery, particularly as they differ from open-incision surgery. This month we will wrap up our series with a discussion of injury prevention as it pertains to robotic surgery. Here are some of the things that we discussed earlier in this series: Proper patient […]
The Real Core
/in Blog, Health and WellnessWhen most people think of core exercises, they think of sit-ups and crunches. In reality, your abdominal muscles represent only a portion of your core. From an anatomy standpoint, the core is everything minus your arms, legs, and head. The primary role of your core is stabilization. Therefore, any exercise that forces you to stabilize […]
Life vs. Health Insurance
/in Blog, From Dr. MillerThe other day I was looking at my auto insurance bill and noticed that it was bundled with my home insurance. In fact, I received a modest discount for this loyalty. Then it made me think. Why can’t I bundle my life and health insurance policies for a similar discount? After all, I would be […]
Laparoscopic Principles for the Robotic Surgeon, Part 4
/in Blog, Innovations in Minimally Invasive SurgeryWe continue our look at special technical considerations of robotic and laparoscopic surgery, particularly as they differ from open-incision surgery. As we discussed last month, robotic surgery is merely a type of laparoscopic surgery, sharing the same principles and potential pitfalls. This month we will focus on careful tissue handling, a benefit with endless possibilities […]
How To Protect Your Skeleton
/in Blog, Health and WellnessI have often said, “I would be in great shape if it was not for this skeleton of mine.” When you think about it, our average lifespan has increased a whopping 80% in the last 100 years. However, our musculoskeletal system has not had enough time to adapt and catch up. In other words, from […]
Moderation In Moderation
/in Blog, From Dr. MillerI believe Oscar Wilde was the first to be credited with the saying, “everything in moderation, including moderation.” Whether talking about exercise or diet, consistency, diversity, and moderation are the keys to success. However, moderation can have its issues. First of all, the definition of moderation is always moving. The best example is the variability […]
The Best Tips for Preventing Urinary Tract Infections
/in BlogIf you’ve ever experienced a urinary tract infection, you know just how painful it can be if left untreated. The most common symptoms of urinary tract infections (UTIs) include an urgent need to urinate and pain while urinating. More severe symptoms include fever and lower back pain. The bacteria E. coli is typically the cause […]
Should You Get a PSA Test?
/in BlogProstate-specific antigen, commonly referred to as PSA, is a substance found in the prostate cells of all adult men. High PSA levels can signify a number of different conditions, from a urinary tract infection to prostatitis. Checking PSA levels via regular blood tests is also one way doctors can detect the development and progression of […]
Diet To Boost Your Exercise Routine
/in Blog, Health and WellnessMany people think that if you exercise, you can eat whatever you want. Even though your daily caloric requirement will increase, attention to diet is necessary in order to meet your exercise and fitness goals. Here are a few guiding points: Meet, but don’t exceed, your caloric requirements. It is easy to overestimate the number […]
A Letter To My Daughter
/in Blog, From Dr. MillerAs a physician, I am entrusted with the future well-being of my patients. The only greater privilege than tending to my patients is that of being a parent. In fact, there are many parallels between the two roles. Both improve with experience. Both require a heightened insight into others. Both respond best to leading by […]