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NEBH Designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Spine Surgery and a Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement

Patricia L. Hannon, named President and CEO

Kenneth Leavitt, DPM, named Chief of Podiatry

Mark Slovenkai, MD, named Chief of Foot and Ankle Surgery

James Bono, MD, named Vice Chair of Orthopedics

Health Answers
                                                                            
Is walking good for preventing osteoporosis in the spine?                                                    
  
Walking has not been shown to restore bone that is already lost to osteoporosis, but it can
 help preserve the bone density that a person has, says Dr. Carol Hartigan. (Link)

New England Baptist Hospital Launches Ask the Experts on Celtics.com (Link)

"The Boston Celtics are extremely proud to have New England Baptist as our Official Team Hospital," Celtics
President Rich Gotham said. "The care they provide our team and everyone who walks through their doors is
unparalleled. We're thrilled to be able to help fans gain valuable health information through the "'Ask the Experts'
feature on Celtics.com."

Knee replacement technology at Brockton's Good Samaritan Medical Center has its critics. Some doctors say the OtisKnee fails to factor in ankle, hip alignment. ( link )	Why To Speak Up - Maureen Spencer, Infection Control Manager What you need to know - and do - about hospital infections. ( pdf )
Hip Surgery Hype An alternative to hip replacement is popular with the young and active, but is it worth the risks? ( link ) Survey ranks care at Massachusetts Hospitals New England Baptist tops list, according to patient reponses. ( pdf )	New England Baptist Hospital is featured on Monster.com's Finding Keepers ( pdf )
US News & World Reports lists NEBH as a top Orthopedic Hospital. ( link )	In the Top 1% for Patient Satisfaction in the Greater Boston Area In the top 1% for Patient Satisfaction Nationally ( link )

Some doctors warn of hype in hip surgery ads Dr. James Bono the Boston Globe about the hype in hip surgery ads. ( link )	What Happened to Clooney's Back? Dr. Chima Ohaegbulam discusses George Clooney's back woes with People Magazine. ( pdf )
Exercising That Back Pain Away Dr. James Rainville was interviewed by the New York Times about the value of exercise in back pain rehabilitation. ( pdf )	A New Twist for Aching Backs Carol Hartigan, MD, was interviewed by Health Magazine about back pain and the spine PT program. ( pdf )
Vibrational Therapy Helps Treat Muscle Problems Brian McKeon, MD, was interviewed by WCVB-TV, Channel 5 about Power Plate, a therapeutic strength and conditioning machine that is being used by professional athletes. ( link )