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Lori Berard

Lori Berard

RN, CDE, Diabetes Educator, Nurse Consultant
Nurse
Winnipeg, MB
Q:

How do you treat hypoglycemia?

A:

If you are having an episode of hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, it is important to take steps to raise your blood sugar right away to prevent more serious side effects. The basic treatment is to take 15 grams of carbohydrate right away. This carbohydrate (sugar) can be in the form of sugar pills, which some diabetics carry with them, hard candy or juice. You need to wait 15 minutes and then check your blood sugar.

hypoglycemia

Definition of Hypoglycemia

Dr. Alastair Younger

Dr. Alastair Younger

MB, Ch.B, M.Sc, Ch.M, F.R.C.S.(C), Foot and Ankle
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Vancouver, BC
Q:

What is an arthroscope?

A:

An arthroscope is an instrument that can be used to see the inside of a joint, and magnify the image on a screen so the surgeon can have a closer look at the area. It is helpful also because it can be inserted through a small incision, rather than making a large incision and separating the tissue open to give a look inside. It is often used to explore the nature of joint issues and to allow for repairs to be made.

surgeons in operating room

Arthroscopic Foot and Ankle Surgery

Dr. Greg Moloney

Dr. Greg Moloney

MMED, FRCSC
Ophthalmologist
Vancouver, BC
Q:

What is the difference between The SmartSurfACE Laser Procedure verses PRK

A:

LASIK (Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis) is a popular surgical procedure used to correct common vision problems such as myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism.

eye exam

The SmartSurfACE Laser Procedure verses PRK

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