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IBM Marks More Than 50 Years of Healthcare Technology Leadership

January 16th, 2009 | Comments Off

In the 1960s, IBM invented the first continuous blood separator , used to treat critically ill leukemia patients.

Original post by Workplace Collaboration Services

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LasikPlus Laser Eye Surgery Review

January 15th, 2009 | Comments Off

Some days it feels like a miracle, I can see perfectly and I’m not wearing contacts or glasses.

Original post by Associated Content

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Abbott to Acquire Eye Care Company in $2.8 Billion Deal

January 15th, 2009 | Comments Off

Abbott laboratories announced Monday that it will acquire an eye care company in a deal worth $2.8 billion.

Original post by WBEZ-FM Chicago

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Is LASIK Sugery Safe Today? Here’s The Answer

January 15th, 2009 | Comments Off

LASIK eye surgery is plagued with rumors and it seems they are continuing to spread. Many people forego the idea of LASIK due to these rumors and that can mean many people are missing out on one of the best ways to correct their vision. Getting through all the misunderstandings can help you […]

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Abbott Eyes New Growth

January 14th, 2009 | Comments Off

Abbott Labs obviously saw something in Advanced Medical Optics that investors didn’t see.

Original post by The Motley Fool

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How to Manage Your Malpractice Risks

January 13th, 2009 | Comments Off

Checklists, protocols and deliberate documentation can help you prevent surgical errors and avoid lawyers.

Original post by Review of Ophthalmology

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Space-age fibre optic to help detect cataract

January 13th, 2009 | Comments Off

WASHINGTON: A compact fibre-optic probe developed for the space programme is proving itself as the first non-invasive early detection device for cataract, the leading cause of vision loss worldwide.

Original post by The Times of India

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National And International Report / Abbott Labs buys Advanced Medical Optics in $2.8B deal

January 13th, 2009 | Comments Off

Medical products and drug maker Abbott Laboratories said Monday it is buying Advanced Medical Optics Inc.

Original post by TwinCities.com

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Abbott Laboratories buying eye-care company Advanced Medical Optics for $1.36 billion

January 12th, 2009 | Comments Off

Medical products and drug maker Abbott Laboratories said Monday it is buying Advanced Medical Optics Inc.

Original post by Newsday.com

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New technology has improved LASIK eye surgery results

January 10th, 2009 | Comments Off

The phrase, ‘I couldn’t believe my eyes,’ takes on a whole new meaning for the vast majority of the 7.6 million Americans whose vision has been improved by the touch of a laser and a few minutes in a surgeon’s …

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