Background: In making the decision to undergo carpal tunnel release (CTR), patients may consider probability of symptom resolution. Prior studies have examined potential preoperative variables that might influence postoperative outcome. Few studies, however, contain sample size, prospective design, and high participant completion rate provide solid data from which counsel patients. The purpose this study was prospectively evaluate factors been implicated or dismissed in past as sources...

<b>Background</b> Volarly applied locking plates are one of several current treatment options for displaced fractures the distal radius. Presently, surgeons use intraoperative depth gauges and fluoroscopy to select confirm proper screw length. The contour dorsal cortex beneath extensor compartments along with fracture comminution may limit accuracy length selection. <b>Question/Purpose</b> To evaluate ultrasound (US) in detection dorsally prominent screws placed during volar plating...

Kream, Elizabeth J. MD; Watchmaker, Jacqueline D. MD, FAAD; Dover, Jeffrey S. FRCPC Author Information

BACKGROUND The number of patients receiving minimally and noninvasive cosmetic procedures is increasing. Often, turn to online review forums gain share advice regarding procedures. Understanding discussing patient-reported outcome data can help align physician patient expectations ultimately improve the experience. OBJECTIVE To determine most common reasons are dissatisfied with a selection MATERIALS AND METHODS Negative reviews from RealSelf.com website were analyzed, reason for discontent...

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Parry-Romberg syndrome is a rare acquired neurocutaneous disorder typically characterized by hemifacial atrophy. Few cases of bilateral facial involvement have been reported. We report case 60-year-old female with 20-year history progressive Although an initial diagnosis partial lipodystrophy was considered, favored for three main reasons: (a) lipoatrophy confined to the face (b) imaging findings enophthalmos and underlying white matter changes (c) laboratories showing absence C3 nephritic...

Watchmaker, Jacqueline MD; Callaghan, Daniel Arndt, Kenneth A. Dover, Jeffrey S. MD, FRCPC Author Information

Abstract Establishing good rapport with patients is important during the initial consult, especially in aesthetic medicine. While experienced physicians develop expertise cultivating a positive patient experience, younger may benefit from some guidance. We describe L.E.A.P (Listen, Educate and Empower, Align, Perform) method which help guide young through successful cosmetic consult. In addition we will review B.L.A.S.T (Believe, Listen, Apologize, Satisfy, Thank) for dealing unhappy patients.

*SkinCare Physicians, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts The authors have indicated no significant interest with commercial supporters.

Watchmaker, Jacqueline MD; Rohrer, Thomas A. Dover, Jeffrey MD, FRCPC; Arndt, Kenneth MD Author Information

Background: Instructional methods for teaching medical students to recognize common skin lesions vary widely. There is little published data comparing various and their impact on student retention of dermatologic knowledge. Methods: Our prospective cohort study analyzed how (interactive versus. traditional didactic self-guided review alone) impacted second year students' ability one after initial exposure the material. also looked at satisfaction with different methods. Results: was no...