Stories by Laurence Wooster
DOTmed HealthCare Business News
Medtronic to Acquire Kyphon for $3.9 Billion
by Laurence Wooster 08/01/2007Combination to drive growth with treatments for debilitating spinal conditions.
Respironics to Build New Manufacturing Facility for Production of Sleep Therapy Devices
by Laurence Wooster 08/01/2007Expands footprint in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania.
Organ Donations May Drop With Doc's Charges
by Laurence Wooster 08/01/2007California transplant surgeon accused of hastening man's death.
Read Laurence's Second Blog
by Laurence Wooster 08/01/2007Are there beaches in Manhattan?
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Behavioral Medicine at University of Virginia
by Laurence Wooster 07/25/2007Individuals interested in developing a career in clinical research specializing in health psychology issues are encouraged to apply.
Italian Doctor Reconstructs a Vagina Using Stem Cells
by Laurence Wooster 07/25/2007Procedure is novel approach to MRKHS, also known as Mullerian (or vaginal) agenesis, in which a girl is born without primary sexual organs.
Workshop in Diagnostic Molecular Parasitology, October 17-19
by Laurence Wooster 07/25/2007For laboratorians with experience in performing PCR, the workshop will provide you with the tools necessary to make science-based decisions relative to implementing and using molecular PCR parasitology in your facility.
Read Laurence's First Blog Post
by Laurence Wooster 07/25/2007Summer vacation affords time for reflection.
9/11 Health Problems Linger; Government Response Called Inadequate
by Laurence Wooster 07/25/2007Workers who helped clear the rubble pile after 9/11 aren't receiving the treatment they should be, according to the Government Accountability Office; comprehensive reform urged.
Companies Introduce Medical Applications for New iPhone
by Laurence Wooster 07/11/2007New web-based applications enhance access to medical information including journals and patient data.
Shared Medical Equipment Group, LLC, Spins Off New Company
by Laurence Wooster 07/10/2007Mobile MedTech provides support for mobile imaging.
CMS Reopens NCD for PET
by Laurence Wooster 07/03/2007Considers coverage for chronic osteomyelitis.
Backlash Against Overzealous Application of Patient Data Law
by Laurence Wooster 07/03/2007Ignorance of technicalities, fear of punishment lead to frustration for patients' relatives.
Feds Fight Durable Medical Equipment Fraud
by Laurence Wooster 07/03/2007The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to focus on suppliers of durable medical equipment in South Florida and Southern California.
New Monitoring System Allows Checkups of Heart Conditions Over Internet
by Laurence Wooster 06/29/2007Advanced technology launched at EUROPACE has potential to improve care for millions of patients with implanted heart devices.
AMSP Looks to the Future With Confidence
by Laurence Wooster 06/27/2007Association of Medical Service Providers helps members cope with changes in the healthcare industry that affect used medical equipment markets.
Patient Safety Authority Releases Wrong-Site Surgery Data
by Laurence Wooster 06/26/2007Actual and near-miss, wrong-site surgery is reported every other day in Pennsylvania healthcare facilities.
JVC Develops Highest Pixel Density Projection Chip
by Laurence Wooster 06/25/2007New 1.27-inch 4K2K D-ILA device is world's smallest and features 20,000:1 contrast ratio for applications including medical viewing systems.
Medtronic Receives FDA Approval for New Chronic Pain Treatment Device
by Laurence Wooster 06/19/2007Tripolar, 16-electrode neurostimulation lead uses the company's extensive line of implantable neurostimulation systems.
An Open Letter to DOTmed's International Readers
by Laurence Wooster 06/12/2007Across the pond? Around the world? We want to hear what you have to say!
REMETRONIX Announces Clean and Pack Services
by Laurence Wooster 06/06/2007Offered at state-of-the-art facility in Port St. Lucie, Fla.
Dr. Kevorkian Released From Jail
by Laurence Wooster 06/06/2007Meanwhile, new study indicates palliative care patients would consider suicide.
"Big Donor Show" a Big Hoax
by Laurence Wooster 06/05/2007Stunt intended to highlight the Netherlands' shortage of kidneys.
DOTmed Certified, May 2007
by Laurence Wooster 06/05/2007Who became DOTmed Certified in May? The secret's out -- read all about it!
Philips Grabs Top Brazilian X-Ray Maker
by Laurence Wooster 06/05/2007Move positions Philips as leader in Brazil's X-ray market and greatly extends company's presence in key emerging medical equipment market.
Spelling Bee Champ: Future MD?
by Laurence Wooster 06/04/2007Medical flair to this year's finals.
The DOTmed 'Marketplace' is Open for Business
by Laurence Wooster 05/30/2007Advertise to over 31,000 hospital decision-makers for as little as $200 in DOTmed Business News magazine!
Digitec Medical Corporation Expands, Rebrands
by Laurence Wooster 05/30/2007Leading after-market, mammography-focused medical equipment company unveils revamped website.