Twin Billing

Robert T. Wilder, M.D., Ph.D., was quoted in a January 4 Post-Bulletin (Rochester, Minnesota) article on the successful separation of conjoined twins Abby and Maddy Fitter. Dr. Wilder was the anesthesiologist during the separation surgery.

Topflight Training for Docs

Richard I. Cook, M.D., was quoted in a January 9 Chicago Tribune article on the use of aviation-based safety techniques and training at Evanston Northwestern Healthcare. Dr. Cook discussed the need for conclusive data on the differences and safety improvements that result from this type of training.

Weeding Out Patients for Surgery

Beverly K. Philip, M.D., provided insight on factors that help to determine appropriate patients for outpatient surgery in an article in the January issue of Same Day Surgery.

Anesthesiologist Gives Prez Premium Info

James B. Kelly, Jr., M.D., participated in a Health Care Initiatives roundtable with President Bush on January 25. Dr. Kelly provided information on malpractice insurance premiums in Missouri and highlighted the efforts of ASA to reduce liabilities and premiums for anesthesiologists through first improving the safety of the patient.

Advancing Pain Medicine With the Ear

In an article in the January 31 The Washingtonian, Zena N. Quezado, M.D., commented on advances in pain management and the importance of listening.

New Hospital President Announced

The February 11 The Capital (Annapolis, Maryland) announced that Paul T. Elder, M.D., was named the new president of Anne Arundel Medical Center’s medical staff. Dr. Elder has been with the hospital for 22 years.Philippines Mission
The February 19 The Patriot News (Harrisburg, Pennsylvania) reported that William C. Motter, M.D., was among 30 physicians who traveled to the Philippines as part of the World Surgical Foundation team. The team performed 430 surgeries at Romblon District Hospital during a two-week mission.

Fine Work in Hospice Care

The March 5 The Daily Utah Chronicle announced that Perry G. Fine, M.D., received the Josefina B. Mango Distinguished Hospice Physician Award from the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Care Medicine for his work in pain management and end-of-life care.