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Burt Reynolds Recovering After Heart Bypass Surgery

March 3rd, 2010

Veteran actor Burt Reynolds is recovering at home following surgery last week at an undisclosed Florida hospital to bypass blocked coronary arteries.

Orthotist Guy Farris Heads to Haiti to Help Amputees Walk Again

March 2nd, 2010

Salem, Oregon based orthotist Guy Farris of Summit Orthotics, along with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Peter K. Van Patten, is heading to Haiti to tend to some of the recent amputees who lost limbs in the earthquake.

Top Canadian Official Danny Williams Seeks Surgery in the US

March 1st, 2010

Canadian Premier Danny Williams has apparently decided to get his heart surgery in the United States instead of using the Canadian Healthcare system, according to his spokesperson.

Dr. Irfan Galaria of Islamic Medical Association of North America (IMANA) Tells of Haiti Experiences

February 21st, 2010

Virginia plastic surgeon Dr. Irfan Galaria, leaving behind his wife pregnant with his fourth child, was one of the first volunteer surgeons to make it to Haiti after the earthquake. Dr. Galaria went with four other members of the Islamic Medical Association of North America

Haiti Children Arrive at A.I. duPont Hospital After Philadelphia Eagles Pay for Transportation

February 14th, 2010

Antoine Woodlyn and three other children injured in the Haiti earthquake have been transferred to A.I. Dupont Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware for definitive care of their injuries. Air travel, lodging, clothes, and other expenses were paid for by the Philadelphia Eagles professional football team.

Delaware Medical Relief Team Tells of Strife in Haiti with Doctors Without Borders and Plans for Return Trips

February 14th, 2010

The Delaware Medical Relief Team has already sent two teams of doctors to Haiti and is planning for more medical mission trips to Jacmel, Haiti. Surgeon Randeep Kahlon and others describe the attempt of the international medical aid organization known in the US as Doctors Without Borders to order the Delaware team to vacate a hospital that they wished to use.

Dr. Elizabeth Bellino and Other Physicians Haunted by Grim Reality in Haiti

February 13th, 2010


Tulane pediatrician Dr. Elizabeth Bellino, Massachusetts physician Dr. Laurence Ronan, and others talk about the heartache of watching patients die in front of them.

Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. John Keeve Discusses His Time on Board USNS Comfort

February 10th, 2010


Dr. John Keeve of Washington state has been operating on severely injured Haitians and says enthusiasm for their work must be tempered by the realization that many patients will lack all semblance of badly needed follow-up care.

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Craig Hobar Readies His Foundation for Long Term Haiti Commitment

February 10th, 2010


Dallas plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Craig Hobar has committed his foundation Life Enhancement Association for People to a year long effort in Haiti to perform the tens of thousands of needed reconstructive operations in the coming months.

Cosmetic Surgeon Dr. Dave David Recounts His Experiences in Haiti

February 6th, 2010


Dedham, Massachusetts plastic surgeon Dr. Dave David spent a harrowing week in Haiti last month and describes his time there.