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Pain Experience Of Burn Patients From Acute Injury To Recovery, Sigrid Blome-Eberwein, Daniel Lozano, Hamed Amani Apr 2015

Pain Experience Of Burn Patients From Acute Injury To Recovery, Sigrid Blome-Eberwein, Daniel Lozano, Hamed Amani

Sigrid A Blome-Eberwein MD

No abstract provided.


Everything You Never Wanted To Know About Scars, Sigrid Blome-Eberwein Apr 2015

Everything You Never Wanted To Know About Scars, Sigrid Blome-Eberwein

Sigrid A Blome-Eberwein MD

No abstract provided.


Fractional Co² Laser Treatment Of Mature Burn Scars: 6 Cases, Sigrid Blome-Eberwein Apr 2015

Fractional Co² Laser Treatment Of Mature Burn Scars: 6 Cases, Sigrid Blome-Eberwein

Sigrid A Blome-Eberwein MD

No abstract provided.


Prospective Clinical Application Of Laser Light On Hypertrophic Burn Scars; Comparing Different Lasers, Sigrid Blome-Eberwein Apr 2015

Prospective Clinical Application Of Laser Light On Hypertrophic Burn Scars; Comparing Different Lasers, Sigrid Blome-Eberwein

Sigrid A Blome-Eberwein MD

No abstract provided.


What Does A Hand Surgeon Do?, Jay Talsania Mar 2015

What Does A Hand Surgeon Do?, Jay Talsania

Jay S Talsania MD

No abstract provided.


What Is The Function Of A Hand Surgeon?, Jay Talsania Mar 2015

What Is The Function Of A Hand Surgeon?, Jay Talsania

Jay S Talsania MD

No abstract provided.


Hand Surgical Mission Experience In Guatemala, Jay Talsania Mar 2015

Hand Surgical Mission Experience In Guatemala, Jay Talsania

Jay S Talsania MD

No abstract provided.


Leadership And Social Responsibility, Jay Talsania Mar 2015

Leadership And Social Responsibility, Jay Talsania

Jay S Talsania MD

No abstract provided.


Overview Of Hand Surgery, Jay Talsania Mar 2015

Overview Of Hand Surgery, Jay Talsania

Jay S Talsania MD

No abstract provided.


Surgeon's Perspective: Scapho Lunate Advanced Collapse, Jay Talsania Mar 2015

Surgeon's Perspective: Scapho Lunate Advanced Collapse, Jay Talsania

Jay S Talsania MD

No abstract provided.


Surgeons' Perspective Of Radial And Median Neuropathies, Jay Talsania Mar 2015

Surgeons' Perspective Of Radial And Median Neuropathies, Jay Talsania

Jay S Talsania MD

No abstract provided.


Evaluation And Management Of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: An Eastern Association For The Surgery Of Trauma Practice Management Guideline., Ronald J. Bross Md, Randeep Jawa, Jennifer M Watters, Jennifer C. Knight, Andrew J Kerwin, Eleanor S Winston, Robert D. Barraco Md, Brian Tucker, James M Bardes, Susan E Rowell Mar 2015

Evaluation And Management Of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: An Eastern Association For The Surgery Of Trauma Practice Management Guideline., Ronald J. Bross Md, Randeep Jawa, Jennifer M Watters, Jennifer C. Knight, Andrew J Kerwin, Eleanor S Winston, Robert D. Barraco Md, Brian Tucker, James M Bardes, Susan E Rowell

Robert D Barraco MD, MPH

BACKGROUND: An estimated 1.1 million people sustain a mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI) annually in the United States. The natural history of MTBI remains poorly characterized, and its optimal clinical management is unclear. The Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma had previously published a set of practice management guidelines for MTBI in 2001. The purpose of this review was to update these guidelines to reflect the literature published since that time. METHODS: The PubMed and Cochrane Library databases were searched for articles related to MTBI published between 1998 and 2011. Selected older references were also examined. RESULTS: A total …


Inner City Violence Prevention Programs That Work, Robert Barraco, Carnell Cooper, Mark Gestring, Amy Goldberg, Steven Salzman Mar 2015

Inner City Violence Prevention Programs That Work, Robert Barraco, Carnell Cooper, Mark Gestring, Amy Goldberg, Steven Salzman

Robert D Barraco MD, MPH

No abstract provided.


Prevention Coordinator Teaching Skills Workshop, Robert Barraco, Dale Dangleben Mar 2015

Prevention Coordinator Teaching Skills Workshop, Robert Barraco, Dale Dangleben

Robert D Barraco MD, MPH

No abstract provided.


Sports-Related Concussion: Preventing Second Impact Syndrome, Robert Barraco Mar 2015

Sports-Related Concussion: Preventing Second Impact Syndrome, Robert Barraco

Robert D Barraco MD, MPH

No abstract provided.


Sex Differences In Emergency Department Patient Mechanical Fall Risk And Openess To Communication With Providers, Bryan G. Kane Md, Michael Nguyen Md, Robert D. Barraco Md, Brian Stello Md, Arnold R. Goldberg Md, C M. Lenhart, Bernadette Gl-Porter Bs Mar 2015

Sex Differences In Emergency Department Patient Mechanical Fall Risk And Openess To Communication With Providers, Bryan G. Kane Md, Michael Nguyen Md, Robert D. Barraco Md, Brian Stello Md, Arnold R. Goldberg Md, C M. Lenhart, Bernadette Gl-Porter Bs

Robert D Barraco MD, MPH

No abstract provided.


The Impact Of A Brief Educational Intervention On Adolescent Driving Behaviors, Shawna Murphy Do, Gavin C. Barr Jr. Md, Bryan G. Kane Md, Valerie Rupp Rn, Bsn, Kimberly Fredericks, Kathleen E. Kane Md, Robert D. Barraco Md, Traci Anselmo Mar 2015

The Impact Of A Brief Educational Intervention On Adolescent Driving Behaviors, Shawna Murphy Do, Gavin C. Barr Jr. Md, Bryan G. Kane Md, Valerie Rupp Rn, Bsn, Kimberly Fredericks, Kathleen E. Kane Md, Robert D. Barraco Md, Traci Anselmo

Robert D Barraco MD, MPH

No abstract provided.


Geriatric Nutrition, Robert Barraco Mar 2015

Geriatric Nutrition, Robert Barraco

Robert D Barraco MD, MPH

No abstract provided.


Effect Of Pre-Existing Anti-Platelet Therapy On Outcome In Patients Following Traumatic Brain Injury, Robert D. Barraco Md, Mph Mar 2015

Effect Of Pre-Existing Anti-Platelet Therapy On Outcome In Patients Following Traumatic Brain Injury, Robert D. Barraco Md, Mph

Robert D Barraco MD, MPH

No abstract provided.


Evaluation And Management Of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: An Eastern Association For The Surgery Of Trauma Practice Management Guideline., Ronald J. Bross Md, Randeep Jawa, Jennifer M Watters, Jennifer C. Knight, Andrew J Kerwin, Eleanor S Winston, Robert D. Barraco Md, Brian Tucker, James M Bardes, Susan E Rowell Mar 2015

Evaluation And Management Of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: An Eastern Association For The Surgery Of Trauma Practice Management Guideline., Ronald J. Bross Md, Randeep Jawa, Jennifer M Watters, Jennifer C. Knight, Andrew J Kerwin, Eleanor S Winston, Robert D. Barraco Md, Brian Tucker, James M Bardes, Susan E Rowell

Robert D Barraco MD, MPH

BACKGROUND: An estimated 1.1 million people sustain a mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI) annually in the United States. The natural history of MTBI remains poorly characterized, and its optimal clinical management is unclear. The Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma had previously published a set of practice management guidelines for MTBI in 2001. The purpose of this review was to update these guidelines to reflect the literature published since that time. METHODS: The PubMed and Cochrane Library databases were searched for articles related to MTBI published between 1998 and 2011. Selected older references were also examined. RESULTS: A total …


Gender Differences In Perceptions And Self-Reported Driving Behaviors Among Teenagers., Gavin C. Barr Jr. Md, Kathleen E. Kane Md, Robert D. Barraco Md, Timarie Rayburg, Lauren Demers, Chadd K. Kraus Do, Mph, Marna R. Greenberg Do, Mph, Facep, Valerie Rupp Rn, Bsn, Kimberly Hamilton, Bryan G. Kane Md Mar 2015

Gender Differences In Perceptions And Self-Reported Driving Behaviors Among Teenagers., Gavin C. Barr Jr. Md, Kathleen E. Kane Md, Robert D. Barraco Md, Timarie Rayburg, Lauren Demers, Chadd K. Kraus Do, Mph, Marna R. Greenberg Do, Mph, Facep, Valerie Rupp Rn, Bsn, Kimberly Hamilton, Bryan G. Kane Md

Robert D Barraco MD, MPH

BACKGROUND: The Centers for Disease Control reports that motor vehicle crashes (MVCs) are the leading cause of injury and death among U.S. teenagers, and disproportionately affect males. Among preventable causes of MVCs involving teenage drivers, distracted driving continues to be a serious public health problem. OBJECTIVES: To describe gender differences in teenage drivers' self-perceptions of safe driving behaviors, and self-reported risk behaviors and distractions while driving. METHODS: We prospectively surveyed teenage drivers from four high schools in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Gender comparisons were made between self-reported perceptions and self-reported driving behaviors. Descriptive statistics and chi-squared testing were used in …


National Trauma Institute Prospective Evaluation Of The Ventilator Bundle In Trauma Patients: Does It Really Work?, Martin A. Croce Md, Karen J. Brasel Md, Mph, Raul Coimbra Md, Phd, Charles A. Adams Jr, Md, Preston R. Miller Md, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, Chanchai S. Mcdonald Phd, Somchan Vuthipadadon Phd, Timothy C. Fabian Md, Elizabeth A. Tolley Phd Sep 2014

National Trauma Institute Prospective Evaluation Of The Ventilator Bundle In Trauma Patients: Does It Really Work?, Martin A. Croce Md, Karen J. Brasel Md, Mph, Raul Coimbra Md, Phd, Charles A. Adams Jr, Md, Preston R. Miller Md, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, Chanchai S. Mcdonald Phd, Somchan Vuthipadadon Phd, Timothy C. Fabian Md, Elizabeth A. Tolley Phd

Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM

BACKGROUND: Since its introduction by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, the ventilator bundle (VB) has been credited with a reduction in ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP). The VB consists of stress ulcer prophylaxis, deep venous thrombosis prophylaxis, head-of-bed elevation, and daily sedation vacation with weaning assessment. While there is little compelling evidence that the VB is effective, it has been widely accepted. The Centers for Medical and Medicaid Services has suggested that VAP should be a "never event" and may reduce payment to providers. To provide evidence of its efficacy, the National Trauma Institute organized a prospective multi-institutional trial to evaluate the …


Antibiotics In Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, Joseph J. Stirparo Md, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm Apr 2014

Antibiotics In Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, Joseph J. Stirparo Md, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm

Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM

No abstract provided.


Family Presence During Trauma Resuscitation: Ready For Primetime?, Mae Pasquale, Michael Pasquale, Leslie Baga, Sherrine Eid, Jane Leske Apr 2014

Family Presence During Trauma Resuscitation: Ready For Primetime?, Mae Pasquale, Michael Pasquale, Leslie Baga, Sherrine Eid, Jane Leske

Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM

No abstract provided.


Health Care Reform At Trauma Centers: Mortality, Complications, And Length Of Stay (Presentation), Shahid Shafi, Sunni Barnes, David Nicewander, David Ballard, Avery Nathens, Angela Ingraham, Mark Hemmila, John Fildes, Michael Pasquale, Larry Gentilello Apr 2014

Health Care Reform At Trauma Centers: Mortality, Complications, And Length Of Stay (Presentation), Shahid Shafi, Sunni Barnes, David Nicewander, David Ballard, Avery Nathens, Angela Ingraham, Mark Hemmila, John Fildes, Michael Pasquale, Larry Gentilello

Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM

No abstract provided.


Sex Differences In Emergency Department Patient Mechanical Fall Risk And Openess To Communication With Providers, Bryan G. Kane Md, Michael Nguyen Md, Robert D. Barraco Md, Brian Stello Md, Arnold R. Goldberg Md, C M. Lenhart, Bernadette Gl-Porter Bs Apr 2014

Sex Differences In Emergency Department Patient Mechanical Fall Risk And Openess To Communication With Providers, Bryan G. Kane Md, Michael Nguyen Md, Robert D. Barraco Md, Brian Stello Md, Arnold R. Goldberg Md, C M. Lenhart, Bernadette Gl-Porter Bs

Bryan G Kane MD

No abstract provided.


Building A Successful Team: Trials And Triumphs, Michael Pasquale Mar 2014

Building A Successful Team: Trials And Triumphs, Michael Pasquale

Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM

No abstract provided.


Existing Clinical Quality Gaps, Michael Pasquale Mar 2014

Existing Clinical Quality Gaps, Michael Pasquale

Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM

No abstract provided.


Impact Of The Affordable Care Act On Healthcare Organizations, Michael Pasquale Mar 2014

Impact Of The Affordable Care Act On Healthcare Organizations, Michael Pasquale

Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM

No abstract provided.


Peer Review At Work, Michael Pasquale Mar 2014

Peer Review At Work, Michael Pasquale

Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM

No abstract provided.