Summer 2008

All About Ankles
Duke specialists in joint replacement discuss the advances in ankle replacement therapy.
All About Ankles
Get the Facts: Ankle Replacement Surgery
Duke orthopaedic surgeon James DeOrio, MD, untangles a few misconceptions about ankle replacement surgery.

Spare the Joint, Spoil the Surgery
Duke joint expert notes a few ways to avoid the path to ankle replacement surgery

The Real Deal On: Aching Joints
Duke experts discuss proven strategies for treating osteoarthritis

Blood Sugar: What's Your Number?
A Duke diabetes expert discusses the implications of the ACCORD study on the recommendations about controlling blood sugar.

What's the Big Deal About Being a Number Off?
A Duke diabetes expert explains the importance of maintaining tight control of your blood sugar level.

Dr. Google Will See You Now
A Duke primary care physician discusses online research by patients.

Questions About Heart Rhythm Problems
A Duke cardiologist discusses pacemakers and defibrillators as treatments for heart rhythm problems.

A New Way to Keep the Beat
A new treatment for hard-to-manage heart rhythm problems

Mind, Body -- and Swing
Duke's Integrative Golf program improves golfers' games while maximizing their overall wellness.



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