Multiple animal studies have raised concerns about the effects of anesthesia in children undergoing surgery, according to a Modern Medicine report.
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Henry Ford Health System is considering building a surgical center in Detroit as part of expansion plans for Henry Ford Hospital, according to a Detroit News report.
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The American Gastroenterological Association has announced it has named the 2012 winners of its recognition awards, according to a news release.
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