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By Dr Antanas Mickevicius
23.04.24

Is gastric bypass right for you? Exploring the options

Gastric bypass surgery, also known as Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, is a weight loss procedure that involves altering the digestive system to help patients lose weight. It's a significant decision and one that requires careful consideration. In this article leading consultant bariatric and upper GI surgeon Dr Antanas Mickevicius explores what gastric bypass surgery entails, who might benefit from it, and what to expect during and after the procedure.

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Understanding stroke prevention: Five lifestyle habits to lower your risk

In his latest online article, renowned consultant geriatrician Dr Matthew Burn draws from his vast expertise in the treatment of stroke to offer five lifestyle habits that can lower your risk.

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Psychology

Using systemic family therapy to manage illness

Leading consultant psychologist Dr Cristina Lopez-Chertrudi provides an in-depth assessment of using systemic family therapy to manage illness, offering several case studies to exemplify its use in modern healthcare.

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By Miss Anna Mead
23.04.24

All about minimally invasive glaucoma surgery

Here, revered consultant ophthalmologist, Miss Anna Mead, explains what MIGS is, describes how this surgery is normally performed, and tells us what patients can expect after the surgery.

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Ophthalmology

Glaucoma: An expert insight

Glaucoma is a prevalent eye condition characterised by a lack of noticeable symptoms in the early stages. Here, Ms Asifa Shaikh, renowned consultant ophthalmic surgeon, delves into the intricacies of glaucoma, including its types, diagnosis, and treatment options.

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By Mr Farid Ud-Din
23.04.24

Optimising total hip replacement

Total hip replacement (THR) has revolutionised orthopaedic care, offering renewed freedom of movement to countless individuals. But what makes for the best THR? In his latest online article, Mr Farid Ud Din gives us his insights.

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By Professor Nick Makwana
23.04.24

Desensitisation therapy for allergies in children: part 2

In the second article of a two-part series, Professor Nick Makwana explains more about how desensitisation therapy can be used for allergies in children, including what ways it can be used and side effects of the treatment.

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By Mr Mahantesh Karoshi
23.04.24

HPV screening: Gender disparities and insights

Human papillomavirus (HPV) ranks as the prevalent sexually transmitted infection globally. It can cause cancer in both men and women, but it is more likely to cause cancer in women. That's why women are offered HPV screening, but men are not. In his latest online article, Mr Mahantesh Karoshi gives us his insights.

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By Dr Thanga Katimada
23.04.24

An exploration of fertility: part 2

In the second article of a two-part series, distinguished consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist Dr Thanga Katimada discusses the lifestyle factors when couples should seek help for fertility and the best fertility treatments available.

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By Dr Paul Farrant
22.04.24

Basal cell carcinoma: Characteristics, treatment, and prevention

Basal cell carcinoma (BCC), which develops in the superficial part of the skin, are the most prevalent form of skin cancer globally. Here, Dr Paul Farrant, renowned consultant dermatologist and dermatological surgeon, offers an expert insight into the intricacies of BCC, discussing its characteristics, treatment, and prevention.

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