Defining Moments 2012

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Moments CONTENTS Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Ehrlich Defies Odds, Retakes the Mound Bicycling, Golfing After Hip Replacement Shoulder Surgery Puts Bailey Back in the Water ACL Repair a Three-Pointer

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Cardiology Benefits of Radial Catheterization

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Cancer Care Outsmarting Cancer Engler Swings Back into Health

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Physician Listing

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Pediatrics

ON THE COVER Baseline ImPACT® Testing Helps Monitor Concussions By conducting a simple test before an athlete receives a concussion, Dr. Donald Fahler is reducing long-term effects of concussions and helping athletes heal.

Kids Need Their Sleep

Getting enough sleep can make a huge difference in a child’s grades, behavior and health. Pediatrician Laura Walls explains how to ensure kids get their best sleep.

Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding

More options and support are now available in Lafayette for patients struggling with weight loss.

Hearing Better a Miraculous Gift

Rick Young thought there was no help for his hearing loss, but is now hearing better than ever with an osseointegrated implant.

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Tale of Two Concussions Baseline ImPACT® Testing Helps Monitor Concussions Sweet Dreams: Kids Need Their Sleep Families Gain Power Over Pounds

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Obstetrics/Gynecology Urge Incontinence Easily Treated Easy Permanent Birth Control Welcome, William Miguel

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Bariatrics Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding, Your Questions Answered

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Ear, Nose and Throat Hearing Better a Miraculous Gift

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Community Giving

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Kindergarten Countdown Gives Kids an Edge

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