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CryoLife files emergency motion for preliminary injunction against Medafor

CryoLife, Inc. (NYSE: CRY), an implantable biological medical device and cardiovascular tissue processing company, announced today that it filed an emergency motion for a preliminary injunction against Medafor, Inc. in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, Atlanta division. CryoLife contends that Medafor is improperly attempting to terminate the exclusive distribution agreement ("EDA") between the parties, and CryoLife has requested that the Court enjoin Medafor from proceeding with the termination.

31 Mar 2010

VECTRA X3 3D Imaging System now available at Staten Island Special Surgery

Probably most known for the Staten Island Ferry, New York City's fifth and often "Forgotten Borough" does not possess a reputation for being a leading destination for cutting-edge medical procedures. That is, until now. This month, prominent Manhattan plastic surgeon, Dr. Andrew Klapper, brings his more than ten years of experience and revolutionary surgical techniques, along with the most advanced 3D imaging technology available to his new Staten Island medical practice, Staten Island Special Surgery.

30 Mar 2010

Cut in Medicare reimbursement to physicians will jeopardize timely surgical care

The results of a new member survey by the nation's Surgical Coalition shows that the more than 21 percent pay cut to physicians that is scheduled to take effect April 1 will make it difficult, if not impossible, for already financially strapped surgical practices to continue to treat Medicare patients. A majority of the more than 14,000 surgeons and anesthesiologists who responded to the survey indicated that they will be forced to make significant changes in their practices if the cut goes into effect and that timely access to surgical care will be jeopardized if Medicare payments continue to decline.

27 Mar 2010

Indoor tanning devices: AADA testifies before FDA panel on needed classification changes and calls for ban

American Academy of Dermatology Association (AADA) President and dermatologist William D. James, MD, FAAD, along with other dermatologists and leading researchers today testified before a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) panel considering changes to the current classification of indoor tanning devices. Currently, the FDA classifies indoor tanning devices as Class 1, the category for items that have minimal potential to cause harm to individuals. Items in Class 1 include adhesive bandages and tongue depressors.

27 Mar 2010

CryoLife retracts share proposal offer to acquire Medafor

CryoLife, Inc., an implantable biological medical device and cardiovascular tissue processing company, announced today that it has withdrawn its $2.00 per share proposal to acquire Medafor, Inc.

24 Mar 2010

New provision in health care bill ensures physicians’ participation in PQRI program

A provision in the health care reform measure passed by the House of Representatives Sunday and signed into law today by President Barack Obama includes participation in the American Board of Medical Specialties Maintenance of Certification® (ABMS MOC®) as an option for the nation’s physicians to fulfill requirements of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Physician Quality Reporting Initiative (PQRI

24 Mar 2010

Study reveals facial bone changes add to aging appearance

Facelifts and other wrinkle-reducing procedures have long been sought by people wanting to ward off the signs of aging, but new research suggests that it takes more than tightening loose skin to restore a youthful look.

24 Mar 2010

Garnet BioTherapeutics commences treatment in GBT009 trial for incisional wounds following breast reconstruction surgery

Garnet BioTherapeutics, Inc., a regenerative medicine company focused on developing cell based therapies, today announced that the first patient has been treated in a Phase 2 multicenter, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of its lead product candidate GBT009 at Unity Hospital in Rochester, New York. GBT009 gives off a variety of pro-regenerative growth factors and cytokines which help repair damaged tissue and reduce inflammation, ultimately augmenting the body's ability to heal itself.

23 Mar 2010

CryoLife responds to Medafor's allegation on repudiation of exclusive distribution agreement

CryoLife, Inc., an implantable biological medical device and cardiovascular tissue processing company, today responded to Medafor's allegation that it has repudiated the Exclusive Distribution Agreement between the two companies.

19 Mar 2010

Cancer news coverage should also focus on hospice and end-of-life care

Newspaper and magazine reports about cancer appear more likely to discuss aggressive treatment and survival than death, treatment failure or adverse events, and almost none mention end-of-life palliative or hospice care, according to a report in the March 22 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.

17 Mar 2010

Artefill: First and only FDA-approved microsphere-enhanced dermal filler for correction of smile lines

Getting older is a fact of life. Looking older doesn't have to be. Patients now have a non-invasive treatment option to reduce the signs of aging and fight wrinkles for good -- with no downtime. Known for their use of the latest technological advancements, Dr. Gilbert Lee and his team at Changes Plastic Surgery & Spa are now using Artefill, the first and only FDA-approved microsphere-enhanced dermal filler for the correction of smile lines, or the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth.

17 Mar 2010

Bovie Medical reports revenues totalling $6.5M for fourth-quarter 2009

Bovie Medical Corporation, a manufacturer and marketer of electrosurgical products, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2009.

16 Mar 2010

Buttocks enhancements: Silicone injections may lead to infections and disfigurement

Many women are anxious to obtain the perfect body; often a fuller, rounder buttocks is desired. Silicone injections into the buttocks by non-physicians can lead to infections and disfigurement.

15 Mar 2010

HyperBranch Medical Technology's surgical sealants to be marketed under new name – Adherus Surgical Sealants

HyperBranch Medical Technology, Inc. announced today that it will begin to market their surgical sealants under a new product identity – Adherus Surgical Sealants.

11 Mar 2010

MediCare International offers full suite of normal policy benefits for injuries suffered in war zone

As troops return home from Iraq and Afghanistan, the full horror of war is often hidden from public view. Not only are soldiers killed whilst away on duty, but many suffer lost limbs or disfigurement when injured by bombs, explosives and other weapons. What will come as a surprise to most, though, is that according to the Los Angeles Times the number of US contractors living in Iraq, now exceeds the number of US combat troops.

10 Mar 2010

Clinical and scientific advances made in the field of neuro-oncology

Many important clinical and basic scientific advances have been made in the past five years in the field of neuro-oncology, according to an editorial and several articles in the March issue of Archives of Neurology, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.

9 Mar 2010

Breast cancer patients with early stage disease may not benefit from radiation after mastectomy

Breast cancer patients with early stage disease that has spread to only one lymph node may not benefit from radiation after mastectomy, because of the low present-day risk of recurrence following modern surgery and systemic therapy, a finding that could one day change the course of treatment for thousands of women diagnosed each year, according to researchers at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer.

7 Mar 2010

Paralysis from a stroke: Rare nerve transfer improves mobility

The Plastic Surgery Center today announced the successful results of a rare nerve transfer performed for the first known time on a stroke patient to reverse paralysis. Following the procedure, which was led by Dr. Andrew Elkwood, M.D., 47-year old Vincent Filipini is now able to lift, move and bend his once paralyzed arm. Mr. Filipini continues to show improvement in his mobility.

26 Feb 2010

Ethicon Endo-Surgery resolves longstanding patent litigation with Hologic

Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc., a Johnson & Johnson company, announced today that it has reached an agreement with Hologic, Inc., and Hologic subsidiary Suros Surgical Systems, Inc., settling litigation in Ohio and dismissing pending cases in Delaware. The disputes involved patents relating to the Ethicon Endo-Surgery MAMMOTOME® Breast Biopsy System, and the Hologic ATEC and EVIVA biopsy devices. Under the terms of the agreement, Ethicon Endo-Surgery will receive $12.5 million from Hologic.

From Hologic, Inc. 20 Feb 2010

CryoLife discloses financial results for fourth-quarter and full-year 2009

CryoLife, Inc., an implantable biological medical device and cardiovascular tissue processing company, announced today that revenues for the fourth quarter of 2009 increased 12 percent to a quarterly record of $28.6 million compared to $25.5 million for the fourth quarter of 2008. This was the 12th consecutive quarter of profitability for the Company.

18 Feb 2010

Plastic Surgery News and Research

CryoLife files emergency motion for preliminary injunction against Medafor

VECTRA X3 3D Imaging System now available at Staten Island Special Surgery

Cut in Medicare reimbursement to physicians will jeopardize timely surgical care

Indoor tanning devices: AADA testifies before FDA panel on needed classification changes and calls for ban

CryoLife retracts share proposal offer to acquire Medafor

New provision in health care bill ensures physicians’ participation in PQRI program

Study reveals facial bone changes add to aging appearance

Garnet BioTherapeutics commences treatment in GBT009 trial for incisional wounds following breast reconstruction surgery

CryoLife responds to Medafor's allegation on repudiation of exclusive distribution agreement

Cancer news coverage should also focus on hospice and end-of-life care

Artefill: First and only FDA-approved microsphere-enhanced dermal filler for correction of smile lines

Bovie Medical reports revenues totalling $6.5M for fourth-quarter 2009

Buttocks enhancements: Silicone injections may lead to infections and disfigurement

HyperBranch Medical Technology's surgical sealants to be marketed under new name – Adherus Surgical Sealants

MediCare International offers full suite of normal policy benefits for injuries suffered in war zone

Clinical and scientific advances made in the field of neuro-oncology

Breast cancer patients with early stage disease may not benefit from radiation after mastectomy

Paralysis from a stroke: Rare nerve transfer improves mobility

Ethicon Endo-Surgery resolves longstanding patent litigation with Hologic

CryoLife discloses financial results for fourth-quarter and full-year 2009

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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