Lymphedema is a common and widespread problem that is often underdiagnosed because many patients and even many doctors are not aware of the potential treatments for this condition. It is …
Dr. Matthew Kaufman – Phrenic Nerve Specialist
A unique area of our practice is our Phrenic Nerve surgery program. Dr. Matthew Kaufman has pioneered state-of-the-art treatment for phrenic nerve injury which reverses diaphragm paralysis. Dr. Matthew Kaufman …
This Valentine’s Day, Consider Becoming a Donor
We recognize February 14th not only as Valentines’ Day, but National Donor Day. This is a great time to think about all types of donation- organ, eye, tissue, blood, and …
Pain, Clicking or Popping in your Chest Bone after Heart Surgery?
February is American Heart Month! Earlier this month we shared some tips on How to Live a Heart Healthy Lifestyle and reduce your risks of developing heart disease. Unfortunately, heart …
Phrenic Nerve Surgery Featured in Medical Resource UpToDate
The Institute for Advanced Reconstruction at The Plastic Surgery Center is proud to announce that Dr. Matthew Kaufman’s comprehensive topic review entitled, “Surgical Treatment of Phrenic Nerve Injury” was launched …
World Cancer Day
We recognize February 4th as World Cancer Day. Cancer is something that affects everyone in one way or another, and we feel strongly about supporting this cause. The surgeons at …
Dr. Andrew Elkwood: Not Your Average Plastic Surgeon
Last year, our practice announced the release of a collaborative text, Rehabilitative Surgery: A Comprehensive Text for an Emerging Field, edited by Andrew I. Elkwood, MD, FACS and Matthew Kaufman, MD, FACS, …
Dr. Elkwood Featured on Kessler Foundation Podcast
Dr. Elkwood recently spoke at the Kessler Foundation about surgical interventions for people with Spinal Cord Injury. Listen to the two part podcast here: Dr. Elkwood – https://soundcloud.com/kesslerfoundation/sci-grandrounds-12nov17-elkwood-andrew
Graves’ Ophthalmopathy: Your Questions Answered
Graves’ ophthalmopathy, also known as Graves’ eye disease, represents the most frequent non-thyroidal manifestation of Graves’ disease and is characterized by bulging eyes. Ophthalmopathy occurs in 50 percent of Graves’ cases with severe forms affecting up to 10 percent of cases. Graves’ disease and Graves’ ophthalmopathy are chronic diseases with both physical and psychological symptoms ranging from no manifestations to severe manifestations.
Prostate Health – Prostate Exams and What to Expect
Prostate cancer is cancer of the prostate, a walnut-sized gland located between the bladder and the penis. The prostate is responsible for part of the seminal fluid, essential to reproduction. …