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including image-guided sinus surgery, balloon sinusplasty, much of the cost is the patient responsible vs. insurance? procedures to improve nasal breathing and nasal reconstruction. Orthopedics: Finley is respected as a Blue Distinction® Finley has the only image-guidance system for sinus surgery in Should a person choose surgery, he or she can take comfort in Center+ for Knee and Hip Replacement. Our nationally recognized the Tri-State area, which allows safer, more thorough work on the the fact that Finley Hospital provides the full scope of surgical Orthopedics specialists treat everything from chronic back pain, to sinuses. We also offer facial plastic surgeries including facelifts, approaches for our patients. Nationally recognized as a leading tennis elbow, arthritis, hip replacements and sports-related injuries rhinoplasty, repair of facial skin and bone trauma and removal community hospital, Finley's compliment of surgical options can like total knee replacements and arthroscopic-assisted rotator and repair of facial skin cancers. Ear surgeries offered include ease the burden of surgery by allowing patients to remain in their cuff repair. Finley Orthopedics focuses on human movement, BAHA implants for single-sided deafness, stapedectomy, repair of hometown for their procedures rather than traveling to other whether it's through surgical procedures, physical therapy, injury eardrum perforations and mastoidectomy. communities.
prevention or educational programs. By providing a coordinated plan of assessment, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation, our Plastic Surgery: From abdominoplasty to liposuction and skin- Finley is committed to putting superior treatment and care within team is dedicated to offering you the best care through a program smoothing surgeries, Finley's plastic surgeons are professionally reach for the tri-state residents. Finley's physicians continually offers fewer healthcare hassles and a faster recovery. trained to provide a wide variety of plastic surgery services. work to refine traditional surgical techniques while acquiring Whether recovering from an accident or becoming a new you, new skills using the latest surgical technologies. Also, not only Dubuque Orthopaedic Surgeons, PC, physicians are experts in rest assured that our qualified surgeons have the training and do patients receive the best of care in the operating room, the arthroscopically-assisted rotator cuff repair, and the regular and experience to provide a safe surgery with pleasing results.
hospital's private hospital suites and wide range of services and the reverse total shoulder arthroplasty surgical procedures, which amenities ensure a safe and restful environment for recovery.
helps a growing number of persons experiencing shoulder pain Podiatry: Our most common foot surgery involves the removal and limitations in motion due to arthritis. Many people do not of bunions. Bunions occur when long-term irritation causes the In the 1980s, the vast majority of surgeries performed were have an active or intact rotator cuff, so standard methods of repair joint between the foot and big toe to thicken and enlarge, resulting "open" procedures, resulting in large incisions, long hospital stays or replacement are not applicable. Like all joint replacements, in a deformity and discomfort. Other podiatric problems we work and recovery times. Today, more than 80 percent can be done on patients seem to have more function and less discomfort over the to correct include hammertoes, toe fusions, tarsal tunnels, plantar an outpatient or minimally invasive basis with a much shorter first six to 12 months after surgery. fascia releases and "flat feet." hospital stay, if there is one at all. The pioneering of laparoscopic surgery, using a small camera and miniature instruments attached We also offer the leading-edge Custom Cutting Blocks for Total Trauma: The most common reasons for trauma surgery result to two or three small surgical tubes, made many of the open Knee Replacement surgery. Using customized blocks for each from sporting or vehicular accidents. These incidents often require procedures of the past obsolete and vastly enhanced the patient patient, the ends of the femur (thighbone) and tibia (shinbone) are a combination of surgery types and surgeons working together experience. cut in a specific fashion to be resurfaced with metal components. for the best patient outcome. Our orthopedic specialists can fix Using an MRI or CT scan in conjunction with computer broken bones, while general surgeons repair damaged organs and Now Finley physicians are pioneering another remarkable programs and x-rays determines the exact angles needed for otolaryngologists treat ear, nose and throat issues. Our expert staff technology, the da Vinci Robotic Surgical System, for numerous optimum longevity of the replacement. These technologies allow is well versed in attending to the multitude of surgical needs that types of procedures. Under the guidance of highly skilled for a quicker, more precise process that results in less pain than the often come with these situations.
practitioners, the da Vinci system promises incredible precision, traditional procedure. fewer complications, less scarring and even faster recovery times. At Finley the understanding, critical assessment, mastery and Procedures, which not so long ago, were always performed in Urology: Delhi Urology is offering leading-edge urology skilled application of both traditional and innovative standards an open operation – such as hysterectomies, gynecological and surgical procedures at Finley. In hand-assisted laparoscopic of surgical practice are very evident. We work closely with area gallbladder surgeries and prostatectomies – are expertly performed nephrectomy, a minimally invasive partial removal of renal physicians to provide high-quality, technologically advanced using laparscopy or robotics. Plus, the number of procedures that tumors on the kidney or an assisted renal surgery through a small surgical care. From refining techniques developed decades ago to can be done using robotics is steadily increasing.
incision is both possible. A third option is renal cryoblation, in mastering today's innovative robotics surgery, a lot has changed which kidney tumors are frozen and destroyed. These procedures over the years, but patients can rest assured that Finley's highly To provide the healthcare you deserve, Finley offers specialized offer minimal wait time, a quicker recovery and return to normal experienced surgical teams will put the expert care they deserve surgical treatments in the following areas: activities much sooner than traditional open surgery. Patients can within reach.
also expect faster recovery times with our evolving capability to General Surgery: General Surgery focuses on abdominal provide robotic surgeries for prostatectomies and nephrectomies.
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a condition requiring concerns ranging from the stomach to the liver and gallbladder, surgery, explore all your options, including the most-effective, and sometimes the thyroid gland. Our General Surgery team also Ophthalmology: The most common ocular procedure least-invasive surgical treatments available. And remember, treats diseases involving the skin, breasts, soft tissue and hernias.
performed at Finley is cataract surgery. Intraocular lens implants, you don't have to leave Dubuque to get the finest in surgical care such as new multi-focal and toric implants, aid patients in their thanks to the remarkable surgical team at The Finley Hospital. Gynecology: Dubuque Obstetrics & Gynecology, PC, physicians visual recovery. Surgery for crossed eyes, corneal transplants, have been performing laparoscopic hysterectomies at Finley glaucoma and plastic surgery for eyelid problems is common, and for years, and now offer robotic hysterectomies. Laparoscopic lasers are used to treat glaucoma and retinal disorders. hysterectomy patients experience three tiny half-inch incisions versus the three- to four-inch abdominal incision and hospital stay Another innovative ocular surgery is Descement's Stripping that come with traditional abdominal hysterectomies. Patients Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSEK). Although the traditional who undergo laparoscopic and robotic hysterectomies can be corneal transplant is very successful, recovery of vision usually Advertising Supplement Health & Power of Living • Telegraph Herald • Sunday, March 17, 2013 3

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Advertising Supplement UNDERSTANDING SHOULDER PAIN By Gerald Meester, MD The rotator cuff is a powerful team of muscles and connecting tendons types of surgery that help restore function and reduce pain in your Dubuque Orthopaedic Surgeons, P.C. that attach your upper arm to your shoulder blade. Your rotator cuff shoulder. You may be a candidate for arthroscopy of the shoulder with helps you reach, throw, push, pull and lift. Without your rotator cuff, de-impingement of the acromioclavicular joint or arthroscopy with your shoulder would be nearly useless.
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ability to clean your house, it will disturb irritation, bruising or fraying of the muscles and tendons. You may Dr. Gerald Meester your ability to carry out activities of daily also experience a pinching sensation from impingement of the joint, If you are experiencing shoulder pain, the physicians at Dubuque living. Shoulder pain is one of the leading pain from calcium deposits and pain from splitting or tears of the Orthopaedic Surgeons, P.C. are happy to help you determine the orthopedic complaints by patients. rotator cuff. Any of these conditions can make your shoulder weak, cause of your pain and recommend treatment. Call to schedule your tender and painful.
appointment at 563-557-5999. We are located on The Finley Hospital There are many reasons why you could be having shoulder pain. campus in the Delhi Medical Center at 1500 Delhi Street, Suite 4200, One of the more common reasons is osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis can Care for your shoulder pain will most likely begin with non-surgical in Dubuque, Iowa.
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