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Physician Interviews

Monday, May 2, 2011

Incisionless Brain Surgery

Dr. Jason G. NewmanJason G. Newman, MD, assistant professor of otolaryngology - head and neck surgery at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, discusses how minimally invasive surgery is generally an attractive option, but brain surgery performed through the nose is also reliable and effective.

Dr. Newman explores the rapidly evolving field of incisionless brain surgery with host Dr. Lee Freedman. What are the obstacles to approaching brain surgery through the nose, and could there be a robotic component in the next few years?



Source: ReachMD | Originally Aired: February 2, 2009 | Length: 13 min
 
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