AIMIS Partners With an Endoscopy Leader
LAS VEGAS–( EON: Enhanced Online News)–The American Institute of Minimally Invasive Surgery (AIMIS) announced that it is working with KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America, Inc., a leader in endoscopy and operating room integration solutions, on a program to apply advanced remote presence technology solutions to enhance the training of surgeons in minimally invasive gynecological procedures, particularly hysterectomies. The program will also focus on supporting broader reliance on minimally invasive procedures instead of conventional open surgery techniques, facilitating the proliferation...
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Steven McCarus, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. Chief Executive Officer As a developer of his own surgical technique (“the McCarus Technique for MIS hysterectomy”), Dr. McCarus is a recognized authority on minimally invasive procedures. A lecturer and preceptor in high demand, he has traveled to South Africa, Australia, Singapore and throughout the U.S. at the request of institutions who wish to benefit from his live instruction. Dr. McCarus is currently the Chief of the Division of Gynecologic Surgery and the Director of the Center for Pelvic Health at Florida Hospital in Orlando, Florida. His...
read moreOpen a Conversation With Your Doctor About Closed Breast Biopsy
Have you ever found a lump on your breast during your monthly self-exam? This can be one of the most nerve-wracking discoveries of a woman’s life. Not only is discovering the lump a frightening event, but the biopsy procedure may cause additional stress, if you’re unsure of what to expect. Currently, there are both surgical and minimally invasive procedures for breast biopsies. You should discuss these options with your doctor. According to a recent study published in the American Journal of Surgery, more than 30% of breast biopsies are performed surgically instead of with minimally...
read moreLaparoscopic Options for Uterine Fibroid Removal
The female reproductive system is a truly multitasking phenomenon. And, as with any such complex system, there are many things that can go wrong. Some doctors may suggest hysterectomy as a treatment option when a female patient exhibits mysterious abdominal pain or abnormal bleeding. However, that can be a difficult option to consider for women who would like to have children in the future or worry about hormonal imbalance. Often, mysterious abdominal pain can be caused by uterine fibroids, and though hysterectomy may be the answer for severe cases, it is not the only option! Uterine...
read moreOrlando CME Recap
The 9th Annual Orlando CME, held July 22-25, 2011 was very successful. This CME was lead by our very own internationally recognized surgeon, Dr. Steven D. McCarus. Faculty included AIMIS co-founder Dr. K. Warren Volker, robotics specialist Dr. Arnold Advincula, Dr. John Kim and Dr. Aileen Caceres, just to name a few. There was an abundance of MIS surgical talent leading the conference. In addition, Dr. Bernard Harris spoke with attendees. Dr. Harris is Chief Executive Officer and Managing Partner of Vesalius Ventures, Inc., a venture capital firm, that invests in early to mid stage healthcare...
read moreAIMIS: Inspired by Health Care for Women
Here at AIMIS, our passion for women’s health care is on par with our passion for educating and supporting the physicians and medical staff who provide that care. This passion is part of the reason why our members receive more than just the occasional CME credit and a monthly newsletter. We believe in the importance of providing our member practices with ongoing training and office support that allow physicians to focus on their patients rather than on their marketing strategies. “We’re inspired by our patients,” says Dr. K. Warren Volker, CEO of AIMIS. “We want to provide them with...
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