During our orthopedic training, we were taught that application of orthopedic cast (or simply “casting” to hold a reduced fracture until healing) is an art. The product – a fractured limb held into reduction by a plaster of Paris / fiberglass cast is a reflection of the quality of the surgeon applying it and the(…)
Filipinos should get rid of another culture we imbibed from colonizers – the love for the new year, firecracker bang. It is said that new years eve revelries isn’t “happy new year” without a loud, ka-boom in our backyard. The firecracker lighting habit, will supposedly ward off bad “spirits” and bad luck in the coming(…)
I’m reposting this letter, a call of help for the victims of typhoon Pablo, from the Philippine Medical Association Southeastern Mindanao governor Dr. Noel Camigue Dear Brothers and Sisters in the profession; The PNRC in partnership with DOH and PMA has set up an emergency medical facility in Baganga, Davao Oriental. We are in need(…)
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