The last thing anyone on vacation wants is to get sick or hurt away from home. But on a trip to Bermuda last July, Steve Caruso, 27, of Peabody lost control of the moped he was driving while trying to avoid an oncoming car. When he crashed to the ground, the full weight of the… Read More »
To say that Marblehead resident and kindergarten teacher Debra Geaney, 63, is an active woman would be an understatement. A former collegiate gymnast, she has enjoyed athletic pursuits over the years, including ski racing, triathlons, biking, spinning, golfing and even piloting planes. So it’s even more surprising that just bending down to get on her… Read More »
At the advice of his primary care physician, Anthony Conti, a veteran machinist at Hansen Engineering in Danvers and an avid golfer, went to see NSMC orthopedic surgeon William Murzic, M.D. Dr. Murzic was able to relieve the pain with a cortisone injection, but warned Conti that the relief was only temporary. “As soon as… Read More »
PRESS RELEASE, JANUARY 2, 2007 Effective today, New England Orthopedic Specialists is the new name for Orthopaedic Trauma and Reconstructive Associates, one of Massachusetts’ leading orthopedic practices. According to principal and founder Douglas O. Halsted, M.D., the new name reflects the practice’s regional prominence and the leading-edge care it provides to patients for all their… Read More »
PRESS RELEASE, NOVEMBER 30, 2006 With winter setting in, many of us are thinking about hitting the gym to get in shape. That often means including weight-training as part of the routine. DOWNLOAD THE PDF
PRESS RELEASE, NOVEMBER 16, 2006 A new generation of materials is expanding the options for people considering joint replacement surgery of the hip and knee. …The good news is that these new materials can potentially result in greater joint stability, earlier weight bearing and extended wear. DOWNLOAD THE PDF
PRESS RELEASE, NOVEMBER 14, 2006 Electronic medical records (EMR) enable doctors to retrieve vital information 24 hours a day, resulting in enhanced patient safety, greater communication between doctors, and less possibility of medical errors. Download the PDF
PRESS RELEASE, AUGUST 14, 2006 With the start of the school year right around the corner, New England Orthopedic Specialists reminds parents to take special care when selecting a backpack for school-age children. Download the PDF
WHITE PAPER The best way to prevent many injuries is by paying attention to ergonomics – the way we hold our body and use energy while we are working. Download the PDF