By: Maurice K. Chung Most know by now that the smaller incision, the less pain. Because pain is sometimes the primary issue, we must learn more about pain, including how to examine patients and choose the right procedure, in order to treat it effectively. Sometimes surgeries are successful; however, the patient may have other underlying organ conditions […]
Editorial
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Dear MIS History Museum Visitor, We look forward to introducing you to a new SLS exhibition for MIS WEEK called The History of MIS: 25 Years of Minimally Invasive Surgery. This is our part of the celebration of the 25th anniversary of SLS events. MIS history is something to be preserved and celebrated, so here you will find original photos, […]
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By Paul Alan Wetter, MD A surgeon’s desire to examine internal organs has existed since ancient times. By going back in history we can learn, yes, but we can also begin to appreciate each other. On September 2-5, 2015, during MIS Week’s 25th Anniversary, we will feature 25+ years of surgical history. This important exhibition […]
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Dr. Paul A. Wetter, Chairman, Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons (SLS), discusses how technology is changing medical education and training and highlights surgical breakthroughs and the importance of simulation. We live in one of the most challenging periods in the history of medical practice, with physician stress at an all-time high, yet technological breakthroughs and medical […]