Recently we were honored to have Bill Medford RDMS, a well known musculoskeletal ultrasound specialist visit our clinic. Bill observed numerous procedures including Platelet Rich Plasma Injections. Bill offered some insightful tips on evaluating the shoulder with his extensive experience of performing studies for over 10 years now. Bill will be lecturing at our TOBI sponsored PRP injection seminar with ultrasound guidance, Aug 13-14 
in Los Angeles. There are over 30 doctors attending from around the world, with renowned guest speakers. This sold out seminar is one of the first of it’s kind which demonstrates the growing enthisiasm worldwide to advance the field of regenerative medicine.
Specialist in Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP Therapy). Providing cutting edge non-surgical orthopedic healing techniques.
Steven Sampson, D.O. - Non-Surgical Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Santa Monica
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Bill Medford, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound expert from Sonosite visits Orthohealing Center
Thursday, August 5th, 2010Using our own fat cells to regenerate and heal?
Wednesday, July 28th, 2010
While over 60% of Americans are overweight by definition, perhaps we can make good on that fact. Our own adipose or fat tissue is known to contain a rich reservoir of natural cells with the potential to regenerate and heal. Plastic surgeons have been harvesting fat & have been using it for years. However technology has advanced and we are seeing increased applications. This is currently being used in wound healing, breast augmentation, and other applications.
We are beginning research in looking at isolating adipose cells for fat graft injections for arthritis as an alternative to surgery. A plastic surgeon performs a liposuction & afterwards the fat is centrifuged to isolate pure fat cells which contain a rich environment for healing. We hope to conduct research for hip and knee arthritis soon.
New PRP Platelet Rich Plasma Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Training Seminar!
Tuesday, May 25th, 2010
TOBI, The Orthobiologic Institute is pleased to present a PRP training seminar in Los Angeles, CA August 13-14, 2010. The course will feature various speakers and physicians from around the world are expected to attend. The course will bring together physicians looking to learn ultrasound guided PRP procedures and will also welcome those with extensive PRP experience to collaborate together to advance the field of orthobiologics and regenerative medicine. The course is sponsored by Sonosite and will feature hands on workshops with patient models and live injection demonstrations.
For more info visit www.prpseminar.com
Orthohealing Center Dr Steven Sampson interviewed by Massachusetts General Hospital Proto Magazine on Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy for Arthritis
Thursday, May 6th, 2010
Massachusetts General Hospital’s magazine Proto, recently interviewed Dr Steven Sampson of the Orthohealing Center regarding the use of PRP for osteoarthritis. Major hospitals like Mass General are becoming increasingly aware of the emerging field of orthobiologics that includes PRP and stem cell based therapies. Studies are showing that PRP may potentially reduce infection rates in surgeries like cardiac bypass(CABG) which can save lots of expenses for hospitals and improve outcomes. Another pioneer in , Elizaveta Kon of the Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute in Bologna Italy recently completed a studyshowing PRP to be more effective than another OA treatment, hyaluronic acid. Dr Sampson’s PRP knee arthritis study is pending publication.
Two patients from Orthohealing Center in Ivanhoe Breakthrough Report on national Television with PRP Platelet Rich Plasma
Sunday, May 2nd, 2010
Ivanhoe featured the Orthohealing Center & two of our patients in a recent story on Platelet Rich Plasma. One patient is a Karate instructor who suffered multiple tendon injuries from holding up sparring pads. Another patient, an avid runner developed knee arthritis. Both received PRP & had their subsequent injections filmed by Ivanhoe. It’s great for the community to see that most of the patients we treat are not world class athletes and most are just active individuals who get injuries from exercise or from occupation.
Dr Steven Sampson visits Innovative Orthopedist Dr Alan Lazar in Florida to observe cutting edge procedures
Sunday, May 2nd, 2010
Dr Alan Lazar is a unique Orthopaedist in that he offers a multitude of options for his patients both surgically & non-operatively. Dr Lazar has been doing PRP injections both in the operating room & at his office. Dr Lazar has been creating some innovative protocols for osteoarthritis of the knee. For example initially he may do a micro fracture surgery under arthroscopy (small holes are made into cartilage under a scope to promote bone bleeding & release of stem cells & regeneration of tissue. Afterwards he adds PRP & possible BMAC (bone marrow concentrate off the hip or stem cells from fat.
Very interesting work. We predict that more & more docs will move from PRP to stem cell based therapies which has more potential for significant pathology. A special thanks to Dr Lazar & his friendly staff for welcoming us & introducing us to his patients. Dr Lazar is authoring a book that highlights non-surgical treatments and is due out soon.
Dr Steven Sampson of The Orthohealing Center interviewed by Ivanhoe Medical Breakthroughs on Platelet Rich Plasma PRP for Arthritis
Friday, April 30th, 2010Blood Therapy for Joint Injuries-In Depth Doctor’s Interviews:
Dr Steven Sampson of the Orthohealing Center in Los Angeles CA was recently interviewed by Ivanhoe medical reporters on Platelet Rich Plasma for arthritis pain. Ivanhoe is the country’s largest news-gathering organization covering medical breakthroughs, family health and issues important to women. Ivanhoe’s reports are broadcast in 250 markets reaching 80 million U.S. households.
Once again the increased awareness hopefully will create more interest in the community & drive further research which is needed to determine which particular patients & their diagnoses will improve best from this early generation of regenerative medicine. Soon we expect more stories to emerge on adult stem cell therapy in orthopaedics which is starting to see increased use in the US.
Dr Steven Sampson to lecture on PRP Platelet Rich Plasma in Palm Springs, CA
Wednesday, April 28th, 2010
Dr Steven Sampson of the Orthohealing Center will lecture on PRP & emerging orthobiologic therapies with Dr Chris Marker in Palm Springs, CA at the 20th Annual Practical Applications in Sports Medicine. The Title presentation is PRP and advancements in treating Osteoarthritis. Hundreds of orthopedic health care professionals will gather to learn about emerging concepts in orthopedic care.
Dr Steven Sampson Interviewed by Orthopedics This Week on Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy
Wednesday, April 28th, 2010
Dr Steven Sampson of the Orthohealing Center was interviewed by Orthopedics This Week regarding the use of Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy. Orthopedics This Week, is the most widely read publication in the Orthopedics industry.Following the positive feedback from Tiger Woods, there has been tremendous interest regarding this promising therapy. However many clinical trials are underway to best determine which orthopedic injuries & which patients are proper candidates.
Dr Noel Pollock UK Athletics London Medical Officer Visits Orthohealing Center
Friday, April 23rd, 2010
We were proud have Dr Noel Pollock, a sport & exercise medicine physician visit the Orthohealing Center in Los Angeles this week. Dr Pollock treats track & field athletes from the UK and is preparing for the 2012 Olympic Summer Games hosted in London, England. Dr Pollock observed many procedures & we thank our patients for being so cooperative.
As usual when other progressive doctors visit us here we often learn more from them! We hope to collaborate in the future to enhance patient care. Interestingly we both share an enthusiasm for the growing importance of nutrition & how it influences performance & recovery. Dr Pollock is driving exciting research in sports medicine.
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