LIVE VIDEO: Channel 2 News    Watch
 
BREAKING NEWS: Jodi Arias sentencing hearing    Watch
 

Presented by
MedCity News » GAN-CARD

Medtronic’s new direct aortic approach to TAVI wins European approval

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 21:15:32

European regulators have approved the delivery of Medtronic‘s CoreValve System using a new direct aortic approach in patients with severe aortic stenosis. Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) is a less-invasive alternative to open-heart surgery for aortic valve replacement, but some patients are unsuited for the procedure because they have small vessels. The newly CE Marked [...]

MedCity News » GAN-CAN

Breast implant problems can be stopped with conscientious doctors

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 19:43:43

This year began with a breast implant scandal. This one has brought back memories of the one early in my private practice. The current one involves the PIP-branded breast implants produced by the French company Poly Implant Prothese and rebranded by the Dutch company Rofil as Rofil M-implants breast implants. The first one involved silicone implants made by American companies including Dow Corning who no longer makes breast implants. The picture of 3 implants includes: top -- an old McGhan double lumen (silicone gel implant surrounded by a saline implant); bottom left – Dow Corning textured silicone implant; and bottom right – Dow Corning smooth silicone implant. Dow Corning has not made breast implants since approximately 1992.

MedCity News » GAN-OBS

Minimally invasive weight loss device maker quietly raises $2.75 million

Thu, 24 May 2012 20:47:32

Although it’s trying to keep quiet about its product, a medical device startup developing a new treatment for obesity revealed this week it’s in the middle of raising $5.5 million. According to a recently filed U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission document, Vibrynt Inc. has raised half of a $5.5 million offering from five investors. Vibrynt’s [...]

Cutting Edge Obesity

The Cutting Edge: Fighting the Fat

8:55 PM, Sep 1, 2011

Some of the biggest battles we face involve our waists. Obesity, from shaving off an extra 5 pounds to a struggle with hundreds of ...

Cutting Edge Eating Healthy

Woman Shot in the Face by Drive-by Paintball Shooting

A woman celebrating her last day of classes at the University at Buffalo was the victim of a drive-by paintball shooting.

3:07 AM, May 21, 2013

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Tonight

All of WNY is under a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH until 9pm tonight.

2:12 PM, May 21, 2013

Jim Cottone, Owner of Malone's Bar, Found Dead in Home

Police confirmed the victim's name is Jim Cottone. Cottone was the owner of Malone's Bar, a popular neighborhood tavern.

2:29 PM, May 21, 2013

Black Tuesday: Steaks, Speakers And Suitcases

It's the top Memorial Day deal trio: 60% off Samsonite Luggage, Steaks, Chops and more.

1:31 PM, May 21, 2013

REVISED DEATH TOLL: 24 Killed In Moore Tornado, Hundreds Injured

Gov. Mary Fallin says an Oklahoma suburb that was devastated by a deadly tornado will be rebuilt.   At least 24 people, including nine children, were killed in the massive tornado that flattened homes and a school in Moore, Okla., on Monday afternoon.

3:17 PM, May 21, 2013

Perfect Match Meets Face to Face

AnnaLynn is here to share her story of survival and hope because of Jesse's selfless choice to donate. 

9:23 AM, May 21, 2013

Assemblymembers React to Kearns' Defection

As Assemblyman Michael Kearns calls for Speaker Sheldon Silver's resignation, will his Western New York allies in the Assembly follow suit?

10:49 PM, May 20, 2013

Debate: Proposed 9.8% School Tax Hike in Clarence

Residents in Clarence will head to the polls on Tuesday to vote on a proposed 9.8% school tax hike.

10:52 PM, May 20, 2013

Erie Co. Democratic Chairman Calls Out Sheriff on NY Safe Act

The chairman of the Erie County Democratic party is calling out Erie County Sheriff Tim Howard for comments the sheriff made that he would not enforce the NY Safe Act.

11:48 AM, May 21, 2013

Jamestown Police Search for Missing Teen

Police in Jamestown are asking for help in finding a missing teenager.

1:23 PM, May 21, 2013