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Lazurite™ and Hospital for Special Surgery Announce a Collaboration Agreement Focused on Lazurite’s ArthroFree™ Wireless Surgical Camera System

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022
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Medical device and technology company Lazurite and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), the world's leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health, today announced a new collaborative relationship based on Lazurites ArthroFree Wireless Surgical Camera System, the first wireless surgical camera system to receive market clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for arthroscopy and general endoscopy.

Key Points: 
  • Medical device and technology company Lazurite and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), the world's leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health, today announced a new collaborative relationship based on Lazurites ArthroFree Wireless Surgical Camera System, the first wireless surgical camera system to receive market clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for arthroscopy and general endoscopy.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221128005859/en/
    Lazurites ArthroFree System is the first wireless surgical camera system to receive FDA market clearance for arthroscopy and general endoscopy.
  • Its ArthroFree Systemthe wireless camera for arthroscopy and general endoscopyis designed for surgeons seeking surgical tools for greater agility in the OR.
  • With the ArthroFree System, Lazurite ushers in the wireless era of surgical visualization.

Hoag is the First Hospital in Orange County to Perform Breakthrough Treatment Option for Patients with Severe COPD/Emphysema

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022
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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hoag is the first hospital in Orange County to perform a new lung valve treatment on a patient with severe COPD (chronic pulmonary obstructive disease) and emphysema. The procedure has the potential to benefit a number of patients in Orange County who suffer from major quality of life issues related to shortness of breath.

Key Points: 
  • NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hoag is the first hospital in Orange County to perform a new lung valve treatment on a patient with severe COPD (chronic pulmonary obstructive disease) and emphysema.
  • The procedure has the potential to benefit a number of patients in Orange County who suffer from major quality of life issues related to shortness of breath.
  • "We are thrilled to bring this minimally invasive option to patients in Orange County," said Javier Longoria, M.D., the only fellowship-trained interventional pulmonologist in Orange County, who performed the first procedure earlier this month.
  • "Finally having a breakthrough treatment option to help patients with this disease get back to their best self is very exciting," said Dr. Longoria.

Hoag Recruits Top Cancer Research Medical Director

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian has recruited top cancer researcher Carlos Becerra, M.D., to become the Hoag Family Cancer Institute's Medical Director of Cancer Research. He will provide strategic leadership in advancing the institute's clinical research program and helm the hospital's growing number of cancer clinical trials.

Key Points: 
  • NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian has recruited top cancer researcher Carlos Becerra, M.D., to become the Hoag Family Cancer Institute's Medical Director of Cancer Research.
  • He will provide strategic leadership in advancing the institute's clinical research program and helm the hospital's growing number of cancer clinical trials.
  • Dr. Becerra served for 16 years as the Director of the Innovative Clinical Trials Center at Baylor University Medical Center and four years as the Cancer Committee Chair at the Sammons Cancer Center in Dallas.
  • His accomplishments in the field of cancer research have earned him respect from his colleagues and patients alike.

Hoag Welcomes Dr. Catherine Ngo to Head Digestive Health Institute Motility Program

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Hoag has recruited board-certified gastroenterologist Catherine Ngo, M.D., to head the Hoag Digestive Health Institute's Motility Program.

Key Points: 
  • NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Hoag has recruited board-certified gastroenterologist Catherine Ngo, M.D., to head the Hoag Digestive Health Institute's Motility Program.
  • The Hoag Motility Program is designed to complement the comprehensive care within the Hoag Digestive Health Institute, treating all gastrointestinal disorders from the esophagus to the colon.
  • Dr. Ngo said Hoag's reputation among physicians as a multidisciplinary, collaborative hospital drew her to head the hospital's new program.
  • "Hoag takes a team-based approach to everything it does, which, in the case of digestive disorders, is crucial," Dr. Ngo said.

Mast Cell Levels May Explain Sex Differences in Osteoarthritis Pain

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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"We studied synovial tissue removed at the time of total knee arthroplasty to look for a biological reason that may explain the difference in reported pain between sexes."

Key Points: 
  • "We studied synovial tissue removed at the time of total knee arthroplasty to look for a biological reason that may explain the difference in reported pain between sexes."
  • Basic research by other scientists has suggested a link between mast cells and osteoarthritis progression and pain.
  • They also found higher levels of a byproduct of mast cells called tryptase in synovial tissue from women than men, providing further evidence of increased mast cell activity.
  • "We hope our findings encourage other researchers to start thinking about biological factors that may contribute to sex differences in patient-reported pain in knee osteoarthritis," Dr. Orange said.

Study Examines Total Knee Replacement in Patients Under 21

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Sunday, November 13, 2022
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PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new study from researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) has evaluated trends in the use of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) in patients under 21 in the United States.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new study from researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) has evaluated trends in the use of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) in patients under 21 in the United States.
  • However, the number of patients under the age of 21 undergoing TKA in the U.S. is unknown.
  • The total weighted number of TKAs performed in patients younger than 21 from 2000-2016 was 1,331; the number of TKAs performed per year in this age group remained relatively stable.
  • "Our study was able to confirm that tumors were the most common reason for knee arthroplasty in this population."

Participation Doubles After Lupus Support Group at HSS Transitions to Virtual Format During Pandemic

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Saturday, November 12, 2022
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PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A study at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) highlights the success of a lupus peer support and education group that transitioned to a virtual format during the pandemic.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A study at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) highlights the success of a lupus peer support and education group that transitioned to a virtual format during the pandemic.
  • In addition to receiving high marks from group members, participation more than doubled after the meetings went remote.
  • No significant differences were observed when comparing most answers from in-person groups conducted in 2018-2019 to the virtual group.
  • However, in the virtual group, there was an 8% increase in respondents indicating that the sessions helped them cope with lupus.

Hoag Announces $300 Million Boldly Hoag Capital Campaign

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hoag Hospital Foundation today announced the launch of Boldly Hoag, a $300 million capital campaign to support the ambitious expansion of Hoag's Irvine campus on Sand Canyon Avenue.

Key Points: 
  • Through a range of philanthropic opportunities, the Boldly Hoag capital campaign builds on Hoag's longstanding commitment to the community.
  • The public launch of Boldly Hoag, the largest capital campaign in Hoag's history, is also marked by its milestone 70th anniversary.
  • I encourage everyone to support Boldly Hoag," said Rick Taketa, chair of the Hoag Hospital Foundation Board of Directors.
  • Through Boldly Hoag, the Hoag Hospital Foundation is engaging the entire Orange County community to dream big with Hoag.

Hoag Selected As Official Healthcare Provider for Groundbreaking Program for Former NFL Players

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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This first-of-its-kind program features high-quality healthcare providers selected by each NFL team in every NFL city to provide primary medical care and other health services to eligible former players.

Key Points: 
  • This first-of-its-kind program features high-quality healthcare providers selected by each NFL team in every NFL city to provide primary medical care and other health services to eligible former players.
  • The goal of the Program is to help eligible former players maintain their health and wellness beyond their NFL playing careers.
  • Building upon the established relationship with Hoag as the Official Healthcare Provider of the Los Angeles Chargers, the team has selected Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian as their health system partner for the NFL Dedicated Hospital Network Program.
  • "We are proud to partner with Hoag through the NFL Dedicated Hospital Network Program to provide our legends with preventive screenings and other services."

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Receives Achievement Through the 2022 Digital Health Most Wired Survey

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022
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MIAMI, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has released its coveted Digital Health Most Wired Survey results for the 2022 data collection period.

Key Points: 
  • MIAMI, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has released its coveted Digital Health Most Wired Survey results for the 2022 data collection period.
  • Nicklaus Children's Hospital is proud to announce its achievement as a certified acute Level 8 hospital.
  • Nicklaus Children's Hospital is proud to announce its achievement as a certified acute Level 8 hospital.
  • The Digital Health Most Wired survey and recognition program serves as a comprehensive "Digital Health Check-up" for healthcare organizations across the world.