David L Tenniswood MD

09/05/2019

This has nothing to do with surgery, but it is fascinating. Says they have identified 4 areas in DNA that determine if you’re right or left handed!

For the first time, scientists have identified the genetic differences associated with left-handedness, a trait found in 10% of the human population.

07/22/2019

Ok! Saw this and had to share it! We have a little dog and we need to know this!

06/21/2019

Removing the appendix laparoscopically is much better than removing it with open technique, even if it is ruptured. I can often get you home the next day after surgery even if it is ruptured! Not always, of course (nothing in medicine is 100%), but your recovery will be so much better laparoscopically!

See this brand new study (for publication July 2019) for all the glorious details! Lower infection rates, quicker recovery, shorter hospital stay, eating solid food quicker are among the benefits!

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00464-019-06746-6?wt_mc=alerts.TOCjournals&utm_source=toc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=toc_464_33_7

04/10/2019

Millions of Americans have elective surgeries like knee or hip replacements. When choosing a surgeon or procedure, follow these steps to make surgery safer.

03/05/2019

Recognize signs of a stroke: think FAST! If you see someone with Facial drooping, Arm weakness, or Speech difficulties, it’s Time to call 911.

Knowing the early warning signs of a stroke and acting fast can help prevent lasting brain damage for a loved one suffering a brain attack.

02/22/2019

Should you have your gallbladder taken out during pregnancy or no?

New study suggests don’t—unless it’s really necessary. This study confirms my usual approach. I put off the mild cases till after delivery, only doing the severe cases during pregnancy. Best timing to do the surgery is during second trimester.

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02/15/2019

This is breaking news on breast cancer genetic testing...the American Society of Breast Surgeons now recommends genetic testing for everyone diagnosed with breast cancer. There used to be a lot of restrictions on who we tested, but not anymore. The main reason for the change is that the cost of testing has come down so much. And the main reason for that is competition...so many companies out there offering this testing now!

Barriers to genetic testing need to fall as knowledge of inherited cancer risks grows, surgeons say.

02/01/2019

“Almost everything you think you know about the health effects of cannabis, almost everything advocates and the media have told you for a generation is wrong”. I learned a lot from this article...what are your thoughts?

Almost everything you think you know about the health effects of cannabis, almost everything advocates and the media have told you for a generation, is wrong.

01/03/2019

CPR has been around since 1960 and has become easier and easier to perform. Even if you aren't trained, doing chest compressions can save lives.

01/03/2019

This brief article is a good summary of how to do CPR: call 911 and start compressions, send someone to look fo an AED and use it. No mouth to mouth (except in certain limited cases and for kids). Lot easier than it used to be! Everyone can do it!

CPR has been around since 1960 and has become easier and easier to perform. Even if you aren't trained, doing chest compressions can save lives.

11/17/2018

Why people drink more alcohol in the winter

https://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/why-people-drink-more-in-the-winter

11/17/2018

Remember:
Antibiotics do not treat viral infections, like colds and flu

ALWAYS seek the advice of a qualified health care professional before taking antibiotics