FAQ - About Hip Replacement
Questions about this procedure and alternatives are addressed here. The goals of hip replacement surgery are to improve mobility by relieving pain and improve function of the hip joint.... Details >
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health |
Anesthesia and You
Important consumer information about anesthesia and the responsibilities of the anesthesiologist during a surgical procedure.... Details >
American Society of Anesthesiologists |
Anesthesia: Public Education
Important patient education information about the role of anesthesia in your medical treatment and the responsibilities of the anesthesiologist during a surgical procedure.... Details >
American Society of Anesthesiologists |
Arthroscopy Question & Answers
Also available in: Spanish
This public information fact sheet defines and describes arthroscopy, a surgical procedure orthopaedic surgeons use to visualize, diagnose and treat problems inside a joint. Some of the most frequent ... Details >
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons |
Considering Surgery?
Also available in: Spanish
Deciding to have surgery can be difficult, but an informed decision may be easier to make once you know why surgery is necessary and whether there are other treatment choices. Your surgeon can help. T... Details >
National Institute on Aging, National Institutes of Health |
Cosmetic Laser Surgery: A High-Tech Weapon in the Fight Against Aging Skin
This brochure discusses the use of laser in cosmetic surgery and provides information about the different procedures. This information is intended to help persons who are considering these procedures ... Details >
Federal Citizen Information Center, U.S. General Services Administration |
ENT Patient Information
This web site contains information on disorders of the ear, nose and throat for the general public. Some topics discussed include: taste and smell, bell's palsy, tinnitus, sinusitis, snoring, and a f... Details >
American Academy of Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery |
Find a Colorectal Surgeon
Search this listing by state or country to locate a colorectal surgeon in your geographic area. This online resource is provided and maintained by the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons.... Details >
American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons |
Find an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Use this search map to locate an American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons member surgeon. Select a state to view a list of doctors in your area.... Details >
American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons |
Find an Orthopaedic Surgeon
Search this web site for an American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons® member surgeon. You can search using last name, first name, city, state, zip code, and country. You can also search by a combinati... Details >
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons |
