In past editions of Injury Prevention for Athletes, we have detailed important attributes in properly warming-up and cooling-down the body prior to and following exercise. We have also highlighted critical elements in building an effective physical conditioning program that is unique to individual performance goals. Both of these categories are fundamental in developing as an…

What does it mean to be a patient advocate? A patient advocate is a growing phenomenon in the medical industry today. Other names associated with ‘patient advocate’ include care coordinator, patient relations representative, patient liaison or health advocate. All of these names are referring to the role of some one whom thoroughly understands the healthcare…

Kinese is intrinsically committed to the health and wellness of others in all that we do. Together with our physician partners, we have witnessed a great deal of cases specifically associated with athletic injuries that could often times have been prevented. Over the next several weeks, we will highlight some of the key elements specific…

The term ‘sports medicine’ refers to the branch of orthopedic surgery that focuses on treatment of injuries resulting from athletic activities. Typically, sports medicine procedures are minimally invasive, which means that the surgery is performed with an arthroscope that is inserted through a small incision. The largest benefits to having a procedure performed arthroscopically is…

When beginning your search to find the right medical tourism facilitator be on alert for these red flags: Lack of Experience DO YOUR RESEARCH! Does your medical tourism facilitator have the connections and experience to ensure that you are well taken care of? Who are the doctors and companies that they have partnered with? Are…

Communication Your medical tourism facilitator should seamlessly manage every aspect of your destination surgery experience. From the moment of initial contact to the weeks following your procedure, your medical tourism facilitator should walk along side of you through every step of the surgical process. It is vital that communication be extremely accessible between you and…

Santa Barbara is renowned for its warm climate, downtown beaches, beautiful views of the Santa Ynez Mountains, and Spanish architecture. There are dozens of wineries in the region, which over the years have earned a reputation for high-quality Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Santa Barbara wine grapes command prices that are amongst the highest in the state…

Medical Tourists Seek Advanced Technology It should be of no surprise that medical technology has come a long way in the past several hundred years. A persistent curiosity to research, innovate and adapt has allowed the world’s population to lead healthier and longer lives. Unfortunately, the medical tools, technology, treatment options, and expertise most beneficial…

People from around the world are traveling great distances in order to receive medical treatment. Medical tourism is an international industry that has grown substantially over the last decade as individuals often decide to travel away from their country of origin in order to receive medical treatment. Medical tourism is not a new trend, rather it’s a practice that can be traced back many centuries…

There are many questions that are important to consider before you decide if medical tourism is right for you.