A quality project at the University of Florida Department of Surgery is working to improve eligibility for reconstructive breast surgery in cancer patients. Jennifer Fieber, M.D., a clinical assistant professor in the Division of Surgical Oncology, said nicotine use represents a significant barrier to reconstructive surgery. “Complication rates from reconstruction in women using nicotine products…| Department of Surgery » College of Medicine » University of Florida
When it comes to quality initiatives, even the smallest standardization can result in an improvement in patient care. Standardizing operating room notes, for example, is one of the ways surgeons can increase ease of collaboration and leave less room for errors in reporting. “My service often collaborates with other departments, like, for instance, pathology,” said…| Department of Surgery » College of Medicine » University of Florida
Although national guidelines support the use of genetic testing in select populations, a study published in 2019 laid the foundation for the implementation of universal genetic testing, allowing physicians to offer testing for patients who would be otherwise missed. Of the thousand who enrolled in the study and did not meet traditional testing criteria, 7.9%…| Department of Surgery » College of Medicine » University of Florida
In September 2024, a family in St. Augustine stumbled upon a beloved Basset Hound, Filomena Menolascino, wandering the streets. This sweet girl was in rough shape, suffering from severe periodontal disease, a heart murmur, ectoparasites, and multiple masses on her body. Despite her rough exterior, her family described her as having a big toothy smile…| smallanimal.vethospital.ufl.edu
The University of Florida Health Cancer Center has received prestigious designation from the National Cancer Institute, or NCI, and joins the ranks of the…| ufhealth.org
