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Stitches! Sometimes they spit & pop and have to go

Stitches may need to come out for the healing to really get started. Don't worry it's not hard or scary.

Nov 1, 20232 min read

One of the best ways to prevent surgical complications like swelling, infections, skin breakdown, respiratory issues like pneumonia and...

Nov 4, 20212 min read

Swelling is a natural phenomenon after a procedure. It's a traumatic event and part of the body finding homeostasis again is to attempt...

Jun 15, 20213 min read

Working in the hospital the last few months has been like nothing I've ever seen before. With good reason, people are only going to the...

Jan 25, 20211 min read

Necrosis can happen after surgery from lack of blood flow. You may be told to "wait and watch it." Here's a few tips on what else you can do

Jan 232 min read

Lipoburns will continue to evolve and may need wound care if they open. Options by a wound specialist for this liposuction complication.

Dec 27, 20243 min read