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Join Author Danielle Rollins at a Book Signing Event to Benefit the Rubin Institute Save-A-Limb Fund
Danielle Rollins, an Atlanta philanthropist, has just published a lovely book on entertaining called “Soiree: Entertaining with Style,” and is conducting a national tour to promote it. Sinai Hospital will host a book signing with Danielle at the Center Club on Thursday, April 25, 2013, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A portion of her book sale proceeds will benefit the Save-a-Limb Fund at the Rubin Institute of Advanced Orthopedics at Sinai. Danielle therapeutically crafted “Soiree … Read entire article »
Filed under: dr. john herzenberg, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, Save-A-Limb Fund, Tina Manning
Northwest Hospital Hosts Free Hip Pain Screening on April 23
Hip pain. Who needs it? James Nace, D.O., from the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics doesn’t think you do. That’s why he’s inviting you to a free hip pain screening at Northwest Hospital on April 23 from 4 to 6 p.m. At the screening, you’ll get a free X-ray scan and personal consultation with Dr. Nace, an orthopedic surgeon with expertise in hip surgery. The important thing is to register quickly. These screenings are always very popular, so … Read entire article »
Filed under: Dr. James Nace, hip replacement, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, screening
Four Things You Can Do to Prepare for Orthopedic Surgery
For over 10 years, the Physical Therapy department for the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics has supported thousands of people as they work for a successful post-surgical recovery. As a member of this outstanding team for over five years, I’ve treated hundreds of patients who need to undergo joint replacement and other orthopedic surgical procedures. One of the most common questions my patients ask is what they can do before surgery to ensure a smooth … Read entire article »
Filed under: orthopedic surgery, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, surgery
Free Webinar on Orthopedic Injuries in Youth Sports, April 3
Sports is a big part of the lives of many kids…and their parents. From soccer to lacrosse to hockey to gymnastics to cheerleading, participation in a sport is a rite of passage for millions of American youth. While there are countless positives to youth sports, there is also a significant downside in the danger of a sports injury. In fact, more than 3.5 million sports-related injuries in children who are 15 and under are treated by … Read entire article »
Filed under: Dr. Dirk Leu, orthopedic surgery, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics
Northwest Hospital Hosts Free Knee Pain Screening on February 27
On February 27 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Northwest Hospital and the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics will offer a free knee pain screening to the surrounding community. It will be conducted by orthopedic surgeon, Paul Khanuja, M.D. Dr. Khanuja is the director of Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery for the Rubin Institute and the chief of orthopedics at Northwest Hospital. These screenings include both a personal evaluation with Dr. Khanuja and an X-ray scan of your … Read entire article »
Filed under: dr. harpal khanuja, knee, northwest hospital, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics
Sinai Hospital and Operation Walk Maryland Bring Hope to Haitian Patient with Osteonecrosis
Here’s a heartwarming story just in the time for the holidays. Thanks to Sinai Hospital and Operation Walk Maryland, a volunteer medical service organization that provides free surgical treatment for patients in developing countries and in the United States, 32-year-old Jimmy Morett was able to come from his native country of Haiti to have orthopedic surgery at Sinai Hospital for his osteonecrosis. I could write to tell you more, but I think Ron Delanois, M.D., the surgeon who … Read entire article »
Filed under: dr. ronald delanois, Operation Walk Maryland, osteonecrosis, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, Sinai Hospital
Meet the Bone Ninja, an iPad App That Analyzes Bone Deformities!
When we think of a ninja, we imagine a sword-swinger in black PJ’s, a warrior who could give Spiderman a run for his money in a wall-crawling contest. The Bone Ninja app for the iPad employs a similar cleverness and stealth as it helps orthopedic surgeons and residents analyze bone deformities and map out surgical procedures. John Herzenberg, M.D., director of the International Center for Limb Lengthening (ICLL) at the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics (RIAO), … Read entire article »
Filed under: app, dr. john herzenberg, Dr. Shawn Standard, featured, International Center for Limb Lengthening, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics
Beautiful Weather, Great Event Make 2012 Save-A-Limb Ride An Event to Remember
We couldn’t have asked for a better day! This year’s Save-A-Limb Ride, Walk and Festival was a huge success as more than 1,000 participants gathered at Oregon Ridge Park on what turned out to be a perfect fall day to ride and walk for the cause of the Save-A-Limb Fund. The turnout this year was so tremendous as was the amount that was raised. Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of our supporters, more than $200,000 was raised … Read entire article »
Filed under: featured, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, Save-A-Limb Bike Ride, Save-A-Limb Fund
Mom Shares Daughter’s ‘Save-A-Limb’ Story
Colleen Rhine brought her daughter, Alyssa, to Shawn Standard, M.D., at the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics for a second opinion. And she is really glad she did. Here she shares her story. Alyssa and Colleen want to invite you to join them as this year’s Save-A-Limb Ride, Walk and Festival on October 20 at Oregon Ridge Park in Cockeysville, MD. The proceeds from the event help fund surgeries to help save limbs for kids and … Read entire article »
Filed under: Dr. Shawn Standard, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, Save-A-Limb Bike Ride, Save-A-Limb Fund
Kinesio Tape: Not Just a Cool Accessory
If you’re like me, you still expect to see feats of gymnastic prowess and diving daring do every time you turn on your TV. We’re suffering Olympics withdrawal, turning to YouTube to relive the greatest moments. This time around, I couldn’t help but notice the strips of brightly colored tape on the buff bods of volleyball all-stars Misty May-Treanor and Kerri Walsh Jennings. I wasn’t the only sports fan who wondered whether Kinesio tape was some … Read entire article »
Filed under: Kerri Walsh Jennings, Kinesio tape, Misty May-Treanor, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics
Batman Arrives at Sinai in His New and Improved Batmobile!
We’re very lucky that Batman is a fan of our Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics and the Herman & Walter Samuelson Children’s Hospital. Whenever he walks into a room the children, parents, and yes, even the staff, are filled with excitement! There’s just something about a superhero doing super things for a hospital that makes his likeability skyrocket through the roof. As much as we love Batman himself, we also love his Batmobile. So when he … Read entire article »
Filed under: Batman, featured, Herman & Walter Samuelson Children's Hospital, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, Sinai Hospital
How to Use the Multiplier App
Back in April we told you about the amazing new Multiplier App that was developed by the International Center for Limb Lengthening at the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics at Sinai Hospital. The app, which is available for Android, iPhone and iPad devices, predicts the future mature height and bone length of children. How easy is it to use the Multiplier App? Watch this video to find out: You can download the App for the Android here … Read entire article »
Filed under: International Center for Limb Lengthening, Multiplier App, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics
Sinai Hospital Race for Our Kids partners with Maryland Senior Olympics
Okay I admit it. I have been sleep deprived since the opening of the 2012 Olympiad. I just can’t resist tuning in to the day’s highlights. So when the closing ceremonies are behind us and the flame extinguished, I will miss it. But wait…..there is a way to keep that Olympic spirit alive! This year the Sinai Hospital 8th Annual Race for Our Kids 10k Race serves as the official 10k running event of the 2012 … Read entire article »
Filed under: Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics
Mobile App Developed by Sinai Predicts Future Height and Bone Lengths of Children at Maturity
A free mobile application developed by the International Center for Limb Lengthening (ICLL) at the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics (RIAO) of Sinai Hospital can predict the future mature height and bone lengths of children with the input of basic information. The Multiplier App, available for Android, iPhone and iPad devices, is based upon the Multiplier Method, a series of formulas used to calculate and predict height and bone length in children. These formulas were developed … Read entire article »
Filed under: featured, International Center for Limb Lengthening, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, Sinai Hospital
Sinai Surgeons Codevelop Remote-Controlled Limb Lengthening Implants
We’re thrilled to announce some exciting news. Sinai Hospital orthopedic surgeons Shawn Standard, M.D., head of Pediatric Orthopedics at the International Center for Limb Lengthening (ICLL), and John Herzenberg, M.D., director of the ICLL, have helped develop a new system that offers a major advancement in limb lengthening surgery. Called The PRECICE™ Limb Lengthening System, it can be used to lengthen limbs that are short as a result of birth defects or trauma. It is the … Read entire article »
Filed under: dr. john herzenberg, Dr. Shawn Standard, featured, limb deformities, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, Sinai Hospital
Former Track Star Undergoes Anterior Hip Replacement Surgery at RIAO
David Hagger is a former track and field runner and basketball player who has been active his entire life. By age 50 he was running five marathons a year, plus 5 K and 10 K races in between. But by age 64 he had a hard time not limping. He could barely walk up and down stairs and had trouble sleeping because of pain in his hip. David is one of 375, 000 people who had … Read entire article »
Filed under: dr. harpal khanuja, featured, hip, hip replacement, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics
RIAO Children’s Holiday Party Celebrates Changed Lives
What would bring together more than 50 kids, some doctors, elves, firemen and even a Baltimore Oriole? The annual Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics (RIAO) Children’s Holiday Party, of course! The scene on the afternoon of December 18 at Sinai Hospital’s Zamoiski Auditorium was festive to say the least. Holiday decorations hung from the walls. Baltimore City firemen handed out presents. Wide-eyed kids of all ages filled the room, eagerly awaiting the start of the official … Read entire article »
Filed under: featured, holidays, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, Sinai Hospital
Rubin Institute Surgeon Explains Joint Pain Treatment Options
The night was rainy, and traffic was terrible. But for the people who braved the weather and automotive challenges to come out to a free seminar with orthopedic surgeon James Nace, D.O., it was well worth the effort. Dr. Nace, a surgeon at the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics at Sinai Hospital, gave an informative, engaging talk on hip and knee joint pain. It was held at LifeBridge Health & Fitness on the evening of November … Read entire article »
Filed under: Dr. James Nace, dr. malika gupta, joint pain, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, Sinai Hospital
Linethma Sethumlee, 5-Year-Old Girl from Dubai, Undergoes Successful Leg Surgery at RIAO
Linethma Sethumlee had always wanted to visit the snow park. She and her family reside in Dubai, where youngsters pine for the winter white we take for granted every holiday season. The 5-year-old simply wished to join the other little ones scampering through the faux snow, but a very rare condition called congenital pseudarthrosis of the tibia held her back. Thanks to global partnerships between dedicated physicians, the International Center for Limb Lengthening at the Rubin … Read entire article »
Filed under: congenital pseudarthosis of the tibia, dr. john herzenberg, featured, International Center for Limb Lengthening, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics
Save-A-Limb Ride Will Feature Superheroes and Survivors
The sixth annual Save-A-Limb Ride, Walk and Festival will be held this Saturday, October 22, beginning at 8:00 a.m. at Oregon Ridge Park in Cockeysville, Maryland. Presented by Stryker, one of the world’s leading medical technology companies, the event offers cycling, celebrity appearances and family fun. Four bike rides (60-mile, 30-mile, 15-mile and six-mile) and a one-mile family fun walk are featured. All proceeds from the event benefit the Save-A-Limb Fund of Sinai Hospital’s Rubin Institute … Read entire article »
Filed under: Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, Save-A-Limb Bike Ride
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