General surgery

The Inner Circle acknowledges Phillip A. Villanueva, MD, ABNS, as a Trusted Healthcare Professional

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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MEADOWBROOK, Pa., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Phillip A. Villanueva, MD, ABNS, is acknowledged as a Trusted Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Neurosurgery.

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  • MEADOWBROOK, Pa., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Phillip A. Villanueva, MD, ABNS, is acknowledged as a Trusted Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Neurosurgery.
  • The doctor has also created a series of public service announcements to increase community awareness of brain trauma outside of his neurology practice.
  • Dr. Villanueva has been recognized for excellence in service many times in his career, including the Best Doctors in America Award in Neurological Surgery (2019-2020).
  • Dr. Villanueva would like to dedicate this honor to his mentors, Hubert Rosomoff, MD; Barth Green, MD; and Bradley Ruben, MD.

Odessa General Surgery Robotics Selects eClinicalWorks Intelligent AI Tools and Sunoh.ai Medical AI Scribe to Enhance Efficiency

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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eClinicalWorks® , the largest ambulatory cloud EHR, today announced that Texas-based Odessa General Surgery Robotics has selected eClinicalWorks AI solutions and the Sunoh.ai medical AI scribe to streamline workflows and enhance practice efficiency.

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  • eClinicalWorks® , the largest ambulatory cloud EHR, today announced that Texas-based Odessa General Surgery Robotics has selected eClinicalWorks AI solutions and the Sunoh.ai medical AI scribe to streamline workflows and enhance practice efficiency.
  • Odessa General Surgery Robotics treats people of all ages — children, teens, and adults.
  • Odessa General Surgery Robotics conducts most procedures through small incisions using advanced laparoscopic or robotic surgery tools and techniques.
  • “We’re keen on enhancing clinical efficiency, and we’re confident that these AI functionalities will help us achieve that goal," says Dr. Judith Birungi, MD, general surgeon at Odessa General Surgery Robotics.

Virtual Incision Receives FDA Authorization for the MIRA Surgical System as the First Miniaturized Robotic-Assisted Surgery Device

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Saturday, February 24, 2024
Technology, Surgery, Medical Devices, FDA, Hospitals, Health Technology, Health, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, MIRA, Miniaturization, Food, Surgeon, IDE, General surgery, MIS, Gynaecology, Colectomy, Patient, Operating, Trial of the century, 3D printing

Virtual Incision Corporation announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted marketing authorization of the MIRA™ Surgical System (MIRA), the world’s first miniaturized robotic-assisted surgery (miniRAS) device, for use in adults undergoing colectomy procedures.

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  • Virtual Incision Corporation announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted marketing authorization of the MIRA™ Surgical System (MIRA), the world’s first miniaturized robotic-assisted surgery (miniRAS) device, for use in adults undergoing colectomy procedures.
  • FDA authorization was based in part on findings from the company’s U.S. Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) clinical study.
  • The announcement was made by Virtual Incision’s president and chief executive officer, John Murphy, at the SAGES 5th Annual Next Big Thing Innovation Weekend in Houston.
  • “Today marks a turning point in surgical robotics as we have hit a significant milestone in making miniaturized robotic surgery a reality,” said John Murphy.

Hammes completes Silicon Valley Surgery Center in Campbell, California

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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MILWAUKEE, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hammes, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare development, completed the development of a new ambulatory surgery center located at 2605 South Winchester Boulevard in Campbell, California. Silicon Valley Surgery Center is a joint venture between Surgery Ventures, powered by HCA Healthcare, and more than 50 multi-specialty physicians.

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  • Silicon Valley Surgery Center is a joint venture between Surgery Ventures, powered by HCA Healthcare, and more than 50 multi-specialty physicians.
  • We are proud to have supported the Silicon Valley Surgery Center surgeons and medical staff with a seamless transition from multiple locations to this new, conveniently located, state-of-the-art center.
  • The Silicon Valley Surgery Center team relocated from existing locations to the new, 24,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art surgery center at the end of 2023.
  • "We are proud to have supported the Silicon Valley Surgery Center surgeons and medical staff with a seamless transition from multiple locations to this new, conveniently located, state-of-the-art center," said Stephen Buckeridge, Senior Vice President of Hammes Partners.

Virtual Incision Receives FDA Authorization for the First Miniaturized Robotic-Assisted Surgery Device

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Virtual Incision , a cultivate(MD) portfolio company , has been granted marketing authorization of the MIRA™ Surgical System (MIRA) from the FDA.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Virtual Incision , a cultivate(MD) portfolio company , has been granted marketing authorization of the MIRA™ Surgical System (MIRA) from the FDA.
  • This marks a significant milestone as MIRA becomes the first miniaturized robotic-assisted surgery device in the world approved for adult colectomy procedures.
  • FDA authorization was based in part on findings from the company's U.S. Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) clinical study.
  • With FDA authorization in hand, Virtual Incision is set to initiate MIRA's commercial rollout in select centers in the United States.

Skin Expert Dr. Martha Viera Joins Exclusive Haute Beauty Network

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Saturday, February 17, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Martha Viera, MD, is a talented dermatologist and cutaneous surgeon at Martha Viera Dermatology in Coral Gables, Florida.

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  • Dr. Martha Viera joins Haute Beauty Network as a skin expert representing the Coral Gables, FL market.
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Martha Viera, MD, is a talented dermatologist and cutaneous surgeon at Martha Viera Dermatology in Coral Gables, Florida.
  • Born in Caracas, Venezuela, Dr. Viera completed medical school in 2001 at Universidad Central de Venezuela (UCV) in Caracas.
  • In her personal life, Dr. Viera is a mother of two boys, and they enjoy a healthy, active, and balanced lifestyle.

Dr. Mark Mandell-Brown & Dr. Gina Maccarone Named Cincinnati Magazine Top Doctors in Plastic Surgery for 2024

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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CINCINNATI, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The medical staff at the Mandell-Brown Plastic Surgery Center congratulates Dr. Mark Mandell-Brown and Dr. Gina Maccarone for being two of Cincinnati Magazine's "Top Doctors" in plastic surgery for 2024. This designation is determined by over 5,000 Cincinnati area physicians and based on who they would turn to for medical services.

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  • CINCINNATI, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The medical staff at the Mandell-Brown Plastic Surgery Center congratulates Dr. Mark Mandell-Brown and Dr. Gina Maccarone for being two of Cincinnati Magazine's "Top Doctors" in plastic surgery for 2024.
  • "Dr. Maccarone and I are thrilled to be named among the 'Top Doctors' in Cincinnati," said Dr. Mandell-Brown.
  • Associate cosmetic surgeon Dr. Gina Maccarone holds triple board certifications in general surgery, surgical critical care, and cosmetic surgery.
  • "I love my work and am honored to practice alongside Dr. Mandell-Brown in our beautiful Cincinnati surgery center," said Dr. Gina Maccarone.

Spectral AI Appoints Dr. J. Michael DiMaio to Board of Directors

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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DALLAS, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Spectral AI, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDAI) (“Spectral AI” or the “Company”), an artificial intelligence (AI) company focused on the unmet need for improved medical diagnostics to allow faster and more accurate treatment decisions in wound care, today announces the appointment of Dr. J. Michael DiMaio to its Board of Directors, effective February 7, 2024.

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  • DALLAS, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Spectral AI, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDAI) (“Spectral AI” or the “Company”), an artificial intelligence (AI) company focused on the unmet need for improved medical diagnostics to allow faster and more accurate treatment decisions in wound care, today announces the appointment of Dr. J. Michael DiMaio to its Board of Directors, effective February 7, 2024.
  • Dr. DiMaio joins the Board as a non-executive member to fill the vacancy left by the departure of Mr. Michael Murphy.
  • Dr. Michael DiMaio is one of the Company’s founders and previously served as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors from 2011 to 2020.
  • "I am pleased to welcome back Dr. Michael DiMaio to Spectral AI’s Board of Directors," said Richard Cotton, Chairman of the Board of Directors.

A clearer vision for surgical robotics: CMR Surgical announces significant update to Versius

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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CMR Surgical (CMR) – the global surgical robotics business – has today announced the launch of vLimeLite – an integrated fluorescence imaging system to visualise ICG (Indocyanine green), which will give surgeons enhanced visualisation, where indicated.

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  • CMR Surgical (CMR) – the global surgical robotics business – has today announced the launch of vLimeLite – an integrated fluorescence imaging system to visualise ICG (Indocyanine green), which will give surgeons enhanced visualisation, where indicated.
  • Supratim Bose, Chief Executive Officer of CMR Surgical, commented: “With 3D HD visualisation, surgeons already have a fantastic view of their operating field at our Versius console.
  • As long-term partners of CMR, we were delighted to be the first to get our hands on its ICG system.
  • Through the Versius Connect app, Versius Trainer and CMR clinical registry, Versius unleashes a wealth of insights to ultimately improve surgical care.

A clearer vision for surgical robotics: CMR Surgical announces significant update to Versius

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, February 8, 2024
Surgeon, CMR, ICG, General surgery, 3D, Bose, Patient, Indocyanine green, CMR Surgical, Minimally invasive procedure, GMT, Contraindication, Communication, Thought, Sale, CE, Health, Eye, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, Anatomy, MAS, Fatigue

CMR Surgical (CMR) – the global surgical robotics business – has today announced the launch of vLimeLite – an integrated fluorescence imaging system to visualise ICG (Indocyanine green), which will give surgeons enhanced visualisation, where indicated.

Key Points: 
  • CMR Surgical (CMR) – the global surgical robotics business – has today announced the launch of vLimeLite – an integrated fluorescence imaging system to visualise ICG (Indocyanine green), which will give surgeons enhanced visualisation, where indicated.
  • Supratim Bose, Chief Executive Officer of CMR Surgical, commented: “With 3D HD visualisation, surgeons already have a fantastic view of their operating field at our Versius console.
  • As long-term partners of CMR, we were delighted to be the first to get our hands on its ICG system.
  • Through the Versius Connect app, Versius Trainer and CMR clinical registry, Versius unleashes a wealth of insights to ultimately improve surgical care.