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A MAN DESTOYED: THE BIRMINGHAM HIP RESURFACING DISTASTER

January 29, 2018

  Randal L. Hoyt, 11 January 2018 This article is to expose the actions of an orthopedic surgeon who in …

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Study: Revision Surgery Rate for Metal-on-Metal Hips on Rise

January 26, 2018

NewsStudy: Revision Surgery Rate for Metal-on-Metal Hips on Rise January 24, 2018 A new study finds the rates of revision …

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Blood metal ion levels can identify hip replacement patients at low risk of ARMD: Blood metal ion levels can effectively identify patients at low risk of adverse reactions after metal on metal hip replacement — ScienceDaily

September 25, 2017

Blood metal ion levels can identify hip replacement patients at low risk of ARMDBlood metal ion levels can effectively identify …

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Investigation launched into ‘toxic’ hip replacements | Starts at 60

July 11, 2017

The metal hip implants are under the spotlight. There are concerns thousands of people could be at risk of heart …

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Toxic metal hip replacements could cause Alzheimer’s | Daily Mail Online

July 11, 2017

Dr Neil McGuire, clinical director of medical devices at the MHRA, said he wanted to establish whether cobalt leached from …

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Near doubling in failure rates for metal-on-metal hips behind alert

July 2, 2017

Checks on all patients with metal-on-metal hips were prompted by a near-doubling in failure rates for the most common of …

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Charges against artificial hip maker not pre-empted by federal law | Business Insurance

June 27, 2017

A federal appeals court has reinstated negligence and product liability claims against Smith & Nephew by a patient whose hip …

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Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Lawsuits | Dallas-Fort Worth Legal Examiner | Dallas-Fort Worth Texas Personal Injury Lawyer

May 7, 2017

Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Lawsuits Posted by Shezad Malik MD JD May 5, 2017 10:40 Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Lawsuits. Rosetta Ventimiglia …

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Smith and Nephew Hip Failures | Dallas-Fort Worth Legal Examiner | Dallas-Fort Worth Texas Personal Injury Lawyer

February 25, 2017

Smith and Nephew Hip Failures Posted by Shezad Malik MD JD February 24, 2017 11:47 AM I am providing this …

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EXCELLENT NEWS FILE: Class action lawsuit against British hip resurfacing maker can proceed in Alberta

February 10, 2017

Class action lawsuit against British hip resurfacing maker can proceed in Alberta February 8, 2017   by Canadian Underwriter The …

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Smith and Nephew recalls Modular SMF and Redapt hip implants | Dallas-Fort Worth Legal Examiner | Dallas-Fort Worth Texas Personal Injury Lawyer

February 4, 2017

Smith and Nephew recalls Modular SMF and Redapt hip implants Posted by Shezad Malik MD JD February 2, 2017 11:26 …

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GOOD NEWS FILE: HarrisMartin – Article – Smith & Nephew Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant Cases May be Headed for MDL

February 2, 2017

Smith & Nephew Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant Cases May be Headed for MDL February 1, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. — Plaintiffs have …

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Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hips under fire | Dallas-Fort Worth Legal Examiner | Dallas-Fort Worth Texas Personal Injury Lawyer

February 2, 2017

Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hips under fire Posted by Shezad Malik MD JD January 31, 2017 11:02 AM The Smith …

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Smith & Nephew – More Recalls

November 20, 2016

More metal problems for patients… Smith & Nephew recalls Modular SMF, Modular Redapt hip implants NOVEMBER 17, 2016 BY BRAD …

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Birmingham Hip Resurfacing system | Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA)

June 18, 2015

Birmingham Hip Resurfacing system | Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). Birmingham Hip Resurfacing system Related information About recall actions Update – …

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Cheryl’s BHR Horror story

November 29, 2014

In 2009 I was 53 years old and found out I needed my right hip replaced. I decided to have …

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MoM Hips, Dr Stephen Tower Presentation – Essential Viewing

November 18, 2014

Dr Stephen Tower discusses Metal on Metal Hip Issues

Good News in the Preemption Battle – Claims Not Preempted

September 28, 2014

Full Article Link: DePuy Total Hip System Lawsuit – Claims Not Preempted. Federal Judge Refuses to Dismiss DePuy Total Hip System …

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Smith & Nephew Metal on Metal Action – Australia

August 28, 2014

Australian S&N MoM Victims Recently Dianne contacted me. She has multiple health issues arising from the MoM S&N hip she …

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Mike’s Smith & Nephew hellhole

July 31, 2014

I had Bilateral Hip Resurfacing done Feb. 2012 At H.S.S. NYC. Smith and Nephew Birmingham Hip Resurfacing implants. Starting having …

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Di’s Anguish – another Smith & Nephew victim

July 17, 2014

I am 63, yrs of age. In 2003, (at age 52), I underwent hip replacement surgery on my right hip, …

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USA Smith & Nephew BHR Lawsuit

June 4, 2014

USA Smith & Nephew BHR Lawsuit There are a large number of people who have suffered from adverse effects as …

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Australia Update – ABC 4corners – The Walking Wounded

May 26, 2014

The Walking Wounded By Quentin McDermott and Peter Cronau http://www.abc.net.au/4corners/stories/2014/05/26/4010089.htm Updated May 23, 2014 09:40:00 Monday 26 May 2014 “I …

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UK Lawyers taking on MoM Cases – Leading UK Lawyers specialising in defective product claims are instructed to investigate and bring four additional brands of metal on metal hip implants.

May 9, 2014

Leading UK Lawyers specialising in defective product claims are instructed to investigate and bring four additional brands of metal on …

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Smith & Nephew Victim speaks out about Pain & Suffering S&N ignores…

May 1, 2014

Dear Howard, Earl, and Fellow BHR Sufferers, I got chills reading Howard’s remarks because I have been thinking the very …

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Elevated Cobalt Levels – Indicator for Revision

January 19, 2014

The clinical implications of elevated blood metal ion concentrations in asymptomatic patients with MoM hip resurfacings: a cohort study David J Langton, Raghavendra …

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GOOD NEWS —- Smith & Nephew Hip Lawsuit News: Illinois Federal Judge Rejects Preemption in Smith & Nephew Hip Replacement Case, Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reports – Watch List News

July 25, 2013

Smith & Nephew Hip Lawsuit News: Illinois Federal Judge Rejects Preemption in Smith & Nephew Hip Replacement Case, Bernstein Liebhard …

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Just Remember it is all Your Fault!!!

July 20, 2013

Just remember patients, this is actually your fault! I have just read with great interest Howard’s response to the letter …

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Data show hip replacement revision rate low, though higher with metal-on-metal – Winnipeg Free Press

July 20, 2013

Data show hip replacement revision rate low, though higher with metal-on-metal – Winnipeg Free Press. Data show hip replacement revision …

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Smith & Nephew Letter

July 20, 2013

Comments from Howard Here is the letter – Smith & Nephew Letter 5-6-2009 1. Smith & Nephew failed to include the …

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Hillary’s Story – Resurfacing Nightmare

May 26, 2013

The following is a statement from Hilary Dingwall-Fordyce regarding the hip resurfacing she underwent in May 2007 In May of …

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Smith and Nephew Hip Replacement Newsletter

May 6, 2013

Smith and Nephew Hip Replacement Newsletter. Smith and Nephew Motion to Consolidate Levin Papantonio has filed a motion to consolidate …

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Paige’s Hunger Strike – cancelled on legal advice

April 17, 2013

Hi everyone I took down Paige’s page earlier today at the request of her son as he advised that Paige …

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Stuart Cain Reports – A Warning for all MOM Patients – It is NEVER over, and your health is never, ever going to be the same!

March 18, 2013

A Warning for all MOM Patients – It is NEVER over, and your health is never, ever going to be …

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VICTORY FOR MoM Sufferer – Johnson & – Johnson Ordered to Pay $8.3 Million in Hip Implant Case – NYTimes.com

March 9, 2013

Johnson & – Johnson Ordered to Pay $8.3 Million in Hip Implant Case – NYTimes.com. VICTORY & JUSTICE: J.&J. Loses …

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Metal on Metal Hips – New Video • Lampkin & Co Solicitors

March 6, 2013

Metal on Metal Hips – New Video • Lampkin & Co Solicitors. Metal on Metal Hips – New Video Posted …

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Safety Communications FDA Safety Communication: Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants

March 5, 2013

Safety Communications FDA Safety Communication: Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants. FDA Safety Communication: Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants Date Issued: Jan. 17, 2013 Audience: Orthopaedic …

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DePuy ASR Trial – Closing Arguments – Trial plaintiff says J&J hips defective, company says not liable

March 5, 2013

Trial plaintiff says J&J hips defective, company says not liable. Trial plaintiff says J&J hips defective, company says not liable …

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Smith & Nephew Hip Implant Patient Diagnosed with Metallosis

March 5, 2013

Smith & Nephew Hip Implant Patient Diagnosed with Metallosis. Smith & Nephew Hip Implant Patient Diagnosed with Metallosis March 3, …

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Bullshit and Jellybeans at its finest – 100 workers job losses at Smith & Nephew blamed on Obamacare – Washington Times

March 5, 2013

Latest Obamacare casualty: 100 workers at Smith & Nephew – Washington Times. BS R US – Latest Obamacare casualty: 100 …

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J&J gambled on hip implant safety, lawyer alleges – latimes.com

March 2, 2013

J&J gambled on hip implant safety, lawyer alleges – latimes.com. J&J gambled on hip implant safety, lawyer alleges Johnson & …

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Inportant information about legal action on metal hip – originally posted – implantsinfo@metalhipproblems.co.uk

February 28, 2013

Source – click this link: Important information about legal action on metal hip implantsinfo@metalhipproblems.co.uk. Important information regarding legal action Published February 27, …

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Metal hip patients ‘need annual checks’ – Health News – Filey and Hunmanby Mercury

February 25, 2013

Metal hip patients ‘need annual checks’ – Health News – Filey and Hunmanby Mercury. Metal hip patients ‘need annual checks’ …

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Smith & Nephew Failure Warning for Birmingham Hip Implant

February 25, 2013

Smith & Nephew Failure Warning for Birmingham Hip Implant. Smith & Nephew Failure Warning for Birmingham Hip Implant September 27, …

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Yeah, right…. J&J’s Floyd Says Hip Sales Halted for Business Reasons – Bloomberg

February 23, 2013

J&J’s Floyd Says Hip Sales Halted for Business Reasons – Bloomberg. J&J’s Floyd Says Hip Sales Halted for Business Reasons …

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DePuy Trial Continues Despite Talks of Settlement – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts

February 21, 2013

DePuy Trial Continues Despite Talks of Settlement – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts. DePuy Trial Continues …

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Some Surgeons Do Speak & Shout – but Those that Should Listen Don’t Hear…

February 19, 2013

By Stephen Tower Orthopedic Surgeon Affiliated Professor UAA WWAMI School of Medicine Earl, Barry Meier’s recent article in the NYT …

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Business: Washington Post Business Page, Business News

February 16, 2013

Business: Washington Post Business Page, Business News. J&J’s President Visited Hip Surgeon Before Recall, Jury Told Maurice Possley, David Voreacos …

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What DePuy Orthopaedics Knew About Its All-Metal Hips – NYTimes.com

February 12, 2013

What DePuy Orthopaedics Knew About Its All-Metal Hips – NYTimes.com. EDITORIAL What a Company Knew About Its Metal Hips Published: …

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Howard Sadwin’s Story – Video – Smith & Nephew BHR Hell

February 5, 2013

Here is Howard’s story – told by him

J&J metal hip failed because of toxic debris – expert at trial | Reuters

February 3, 2013

J&J metal hip failed because of toxic debris – expert at trial | Reuters. J&J metal hip failed because of …

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J&J Failed to Weigh Hip Metal Debris Risk, Witness Says – Bloomberg

February 3, 2013

J&J Failed to Weigh Hip Metal Debris Risk, Witness Says – Bloomberg. J&J Failed to Weigh Hip Metal Debris Risk, …

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Ed’s Smith & Nephew BHR hell gets worse before better…

January 27, 2013

by Ed Larsen When I first became aware of “Earls View” and contributed to the Blog regarding my personal experience …

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Brooks asks if the orthopaedic companies are above the law?

January 27, 2013

it’s now become apparent that for those of us in the US, and seemingly the rest of the world, for …

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Calling all Smith & Nephew victims

January 24, 2013

Calling all Smith & Nephew victims Being a regular reader and contributor to Earl‘s View I started noticing that there …

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Looks like BS, Smells like BS, Must be BS…. Hip Study: Smith & Nephew touts study results for new metal-on-metal implants | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News

January 23, 2013

Hip Study: Smith & Nephew touts study results for new metal-on-metal implants | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News. Hip …

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Laurel’s Story – Smith & Nephew BHR Hip Resurfacing Ruins Another Life

January 21, 2013

In August of 2008 at the age of 49 I had a Birmingham Resurfacing of my right hip.  This hip had …

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Metal-on-metal hip implant risks ‘unique’ – Health – CBC News

January 20, 2013

Metal-on-metal hip implant risks ‘unique’ – Health – CBC News. Metal-on-metal hip implant risks ‘unique’ FDA gives recommendations on how …

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FDA Action on Metal on Metal Hips – too little, too late…

January 20, 2013

by Howard Sadwin Another Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hip Device friend of mine and I read the new and exciting …

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San Diego Chargers team doctor sues Smith & Nephew over botched hip implant | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News

January 20, 2013

San Diego Chargers team doctor sues Smith & Nephew over botched hip implant | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News. …

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FDA cracks down on all-metal hip replacements

January 19, 2013

FDA cracks down on all-metal hip replacements.’ Source: http://news.consumerreports.org/health/2013/01/fda-cracks-down-on-all-metal-hip-replacements.html  FDA cracks down on all-metal hip replacements Jan 18, 2013 11:48 AM …

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Dr Tower writes to Senator re concerns about the regulatory malfeasance at the FDA – Metal-on-Metal hip replacement debacle

January 10, 2013

Sunday, January 6, 2013 Dear Senator Begich, I am very appreciative of your personal reply to my concerns about the …

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Anon. UK – Smith & Nephew BHR hip failure heartache…

December 15, 2012

I would like to remain anonymous just for now but I would like to tell you my ongoing story. At …

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Come out front Smith & Nephew – we have had your medicine – time for yours…

December 15, 2012

Why does it appear Smith and Nephew is trying to hide behind the pre-emption laws and not face accountability. Their …

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Consider both imaging and symptoms before metal-on-metal hip arthroplasty revisions | Orthopaedics Today Europe

December 15, 2012

Consider both imaging and symptoms before metal-on-metal hip arthroplasty revisions | Orthopaedics Today Europe. Orthopaedics Today Europe, Issue 6 MANCHESTER …

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FDA Executive Summary Memorandum – Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant Systems – June 27-28, 2012 Meeting

December 12, 2012

I.      Introduction and Purpose of Advisory Panel Meeting Hip arthroplasty devices, including metal-on-metal (MoM) hip systems, have been …

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New Metal Hip Problems Website launched in UK

December 10, 2012

New website: www.metalhipproblems.co.uk It was complete relief when I came across Earl‘s View with the relevation that it was not just me …

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More Smith & Nephew THR Spectron/BHR metal on metal Horror – Anna’s Story

December 8, 2012

Like all your readers I am very thankful for your informative site which I have been looking at over the …

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Stuart Cain – Sage Advice – Things that every patient should consider before they look at compensation for a dodgy hip!

November 30, 2012

Things that every patient should consider before they look at compensation for a dodgy hip!  by Stuart Cain, DePuy Victim, …

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IMPORTANT – Surgeon talks about the silent MoM dangers

November 27, 2012

This video contains a very disturbing interview with a top surgeon who outlines the issues with Metal on Metal hips …

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Ed Confirms that S&N BHR MoM’s are Ticking Bombs…

November 26, 2012

I applaud your compilation of experiences and data on issues with Smith & Nephew BHR (resurfacing) MOM implants.. I too …

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David’s BHR Horror Story – Smith & Nephew Floodgate will open soon…

November 16, 2012

I had the Birrmingham resurfacing to both hips with a gap of 5 months, in 2008. I was advised that …

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Smith & Nephew sued for BHR Defects — Cheryl and Ken elmore (plaintiffs) vs. Smith & Nephew

November 11, 2012

cheryl and ken elmore (plaintiffs) vs. smith & nephew filed 10/17/12 in the united states district court for the northern …

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Australia – Zimmer Durom Acetabular Component (used in hip replacements) Withdrawn from Market

November 11, 2012

Durom Acetabular Component (used in hip replacements). Durom Acetabular Component (used in hip replacements) Cancelled due to high revision rate …

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Birmingham Hip Modular Head (used in hip replacements)

November 11, 2012

Birmingham Hip Modular Head (used in hip replacements). Birmingham Hip Modular Head (used in hip replacements) High revision rate 30 …

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Howard’s View on the FDA’s lack of action on MoM hip studies…

November 11, 2012

What happened to the the FDA‘s request, NOTHING HAPPENED. The FDA gets heat put on them especially in todays enviornment …

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Howard Says – And We Agree – Come Clean Smith & Nephew

November 1, 2012

It is time for Smith and Nephew to be realistic and honest, afterall in their code of ehtics the safety …

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Smith and Nephew Issues Failure Warning on Metal Hip Implant – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts

October 27, 2012

Smith and Nephew Issues Failure Warning on Metal Hip Implant – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts. …

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Growing metal-on-metal hip controversy threatens to swallow more device makers | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News

October 17, 2012

Growing metal-on-metal hip controversy threatens to swallow more device makers | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News. Growing metal-on-metal hip …

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Smith & Nephew Withdraw THR version of BHR – Warning issued about hip implant

October 5, 2012

Radio New Zealand : News : National : Warning issued about hip implant. Warning issued about hip implant Updated at …

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26% Failure in Female Smith & Nephew BHR’s – and higher failure in older males…

October 5, 2012

26% Failure in Female Smith & Nephew BHR’s – and higher failure in older males… The ten-year survival of the Birmingham… [J …

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Q: Who is going to pay the Mortgage Mr Smith & Nephew while two BHR’s are revised?

October 5, 2012

Two BHR’s bite the dust – tip of the Iceberg – come clean Mr Smith & Nephew This is a …

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Hip Resurfacing Shows Higher Failure Rate Than Replacement –Doctors Lounge

October 4, 2012

Hip Resurfacing Shows Higher Failure Rate Than Replacement –Doctors Lounge. Hip Resurfacing Shows Higher Failure Rate Than Replacement Last Updated: …

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NZ – Metal on Metal – Smith & Nephew – Medsafe hip device statement | Scoop News

October 4, 2012

Medsafe hip device statement | Scoop News. Medsafe hip device statement Wednesday, 3 October 2012, 4:14 pm Press Release: Ministry …

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Smith & Nephew Ethics…

September 27, 2012

Here is one page in Smith & Nephews code of ethics– Paragraph 2 beginning with “Smith & Nephew” third sentence …

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Smith & Nephew launches new hinge knee implant

September 15, 2012

Source: Headline Story | equities.com. Smith & Nephew launches new hinge knee implant Comtex News Network Sep 14, 2012 (Datamonitor via …

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No cancer rise in hip implant patients – Behind The Headlines – Rutland and Stamford Mercury

September 1, 2012

No cancer rise in hip implant patients – Behind The Headlines – Rutland and Stamford Mercury. No cancer rise in …

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Smith & Nephew: my top Woodford stock after dividend hike – Citywire Money

August 30, 2012

Smith & Nephew: my top Woodford stock after dividend hike – Citywire Money. Smith & Nephew: my top Woodford stock …

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GOOD NEWS —Smith and Nephew sees a decline Birmingham hip implant business

August 30, 2012

S&N sees a decline Birmingham hip implant business. S&N sees a decline Birmingham hip implant business 02/08/2012 Smith & Nephew …

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Smith and Nephew – time to come clean – more facts, less spin

August 29, 2012

Howard has been reading and its time for Smith & Nephew to admit the facts – not spin In my …

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Howard – Metal on Metal Hips – why doesn’t the Government act NOW?

August 26, 2012

Metal on Metal Hips – why doesn’t the Government act NOW? by Howard Sadwin, 25 August 2012 I have been …

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Cry from the Heart – Where is Mr Smith & his Nephew?

August 20, 2012

Recent comment published on Earl‘sview that deserves more notice: Does Smith and Nephew not hear the cries from victims of …

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Rival Tried to Block FDA Approval of Smith & Nephew’s Birmingham Metal-on-Metal Hip Replacement Device | NewsInferno

July 29, 2012

Rival Tried to Block FDA Approval of Smith & Nephew’s Birmingham Metal-on-Metal Hip Replacement Device | NewsInferno. Rival Tried to …

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Smith and Nephew BHR: Mr. Smith, his nephew, and the incident involving their missing BHR Modular Head

July 26, 2012

I have posted a few things around here and owe a debt of gratitude to Earl, as do we all. …

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Anthony’s BHR hell. Just like DePuy. Come on Mr Smith & your Nephew – own up.

July 18, 2012

i had a bhr in 2003,after complaining about swelling and cicking in my hip i was told it was scar …

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Smith & Nephew – Class 2 Recall R3 Constrained Acetabular Liner

July 10, 2012

Medical & Radiation Emitting Device Recalls. Class 2 Recall R3 Constrained Acetabular Liner Date Posted October 18, 2010 Recall Number …

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MoMs Hips a Grinding Dilemma for Hospitals, Doctors, FDA

July 8, 2012

MoMs Hips a Grinding Dilemma for Hospitals, Doctors, FDA. MoMs Hips a Grinding Dilemma for Hospitals, Doctors, FDA Cheryl Clark, …

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Hip resurfacing: A boon for Boomers or too risky?

July 8, 2012

Hip resurfacing: A boon for Boomers or too risky?. Hip resurfacing: A boon for Boomers or too risky? By Annie …

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Metal on metal hip resurfacing using the BHR, Cormet 2000, or Conserve Plus devices does not meet CTAF criteria 3-5 for safety, efficacy and improvement in health outcomes for patients as an alternative to total hip arthroplasty

July 8, 2012

Metal on metal hip resurfacing using the BHR, Cormet 2000, or Conserve Plus devices does not meet CTAF criteria 3-5 for …

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Early Clinical Experience With the Use of the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing System | Orthopedics

July 8, 2012

Early Clinical Experience With the Use of the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing System | Orthopedics. Early Clinical Experience With the Use …

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Meeting of the Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Devices Advisory Panel June 27-28, 2012 Metal-on-Metal Hip Systems

July 8, 2012

Meeting of the Orthopaedic and  Rehabilitation Devices Advisory Panel June 27-28, 2012 Metal-on-Metal Hip Systems http://www.fda.gov/downloads/AdvisoryCommittees/CommitteesMeetingMaterials/MedicalDevices/MedicalDevicesAdvisoryCommittee/OrthopaedicandRehabilitationDevicesPanel/UCM310217.pdf. This is a PDF …

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Outcomes of Birmingham Hip Resurfacing: A Systematic Review

July 8, 2012

Outcomes of Birmingham Hip Resurfacing: A Systematic Review. Asian J Sports Med. 2012 March; 3(1): 1–7. PMCID: PMC3307960 Outcomes of Birmingham Hip Resurfacing: …

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FDA Executive Summary Memorandum – Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant Systems Prepared for the June 27-28, 2012 Meeting of the Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Devices Advisory Panel Gaithersburg Hilton, Gaithersburg, Maryland

July 8, 2012

FDA Executive Summary Memorandum Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant Systems Prepared for the June 27-28, 2012 Meeting of the Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Devices …

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SMITH & NEPHEW BHR – FDA Papers – Appendix G: Summary of MoM Hip Resurfacing Post-Approval Studies

July 8, 2012

SMITH & NEPHEW BHR – FDA Papers – Appendix G:  Summary of MoM Hip Resurfacing Post-Approval Studies Source: www.fda.gov/downloads/AdvisoryCommittees/CommitteesMeetingMaterials/MedicalDevices/MedicalDevicesAdvisoryCommittee/OrthopaedicandRehabilitationDevicesPanel/UCM309356.pdf. Download PDF …

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Smith & Nephew BHR – Food and Drug Administration, HHS

July 8, 2012

http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title21-vol8/pdf/CFR-2011-title21-vol8-sec888-5.pdf. PDF File: Food and Drug Administration, HHS CFR-2011-title21-vol8-sec888-5 Food and Drug Administration, HHS 513(f) of the act) into class III …

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SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS DATA PREMARKET APPROVAL APPLICATION P040033 SMITH & NEPHEW BHR BIRMINGHAM HIP RESURFACING SYSTEMf

July 8, 2012

Source: www.fda.gov/ohrms/dockets/ac/05/briefing/2005-4181b1_03_SSED_BHR_080505.pdf. SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS DATA PREMARKET APPROVAL APPLICATION P040033  SMITH & NEPHEW BHR   BIRMINGHAM HIP RESURFACING SYSTEM …

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FDA, Summary Minutes, Meeting of the Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Devices Advisory Panel, Open Session, Hilton Washington D.C. North, Gaithersburg, MD, at 12 (Sept. 8, 2005)

July 8, 2012

FDA, Summary Minutes, Meeting of the Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Devices Advisory Panel, Open Session, Hilton Washington D.C. North, Gaithersburg, MD, …

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Attachments to Wright Medical’s request to Deny PMA to Smith & Nephew BHR

July 7, 2012

Dockets:. Dockets Management Back 2005P-0440 CP 1 Volume 1 Citizen Petition Attachment A – FDA, Summary Minutes, Meeting of the Orthopedic …

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FDA Defense of its Decision to Grant PMA to Smith & Nephew’s BHR…

July 7, 2012

FDA Defense of its Decision to Grant PMA to Smith & Nephew’s BHR… http://www.fda.gov/ohrms/dockets/dockets/05p0440/05p-0440-pdn0001-vol2.pdf. Dear Mr.  Roberts: Food and Drug …

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Smith & Nephew’s :Response to Wright Medical Technology’s Citizen’s Petition to Deny PPrIA P040033

July 7, 2012

http://www.fda.gov/ohrms/dockets/dockets/05p0440/05p-0440-c000001-01-vol2.pdf. Smith & Nephew‘s :Response to Wright Medical Technology‘s Citizen’s  Petition to Deny PPrIA P040033 Smith & Nephew, Inc.  is …

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Premarket Approval (PMA) Database – BIRMINGHAM HIP RESURFACING (BHR) SYSTEM

July 7, 2012

MDRWeb Medical Device Register On-line from Canon Communications, LLC. Premarket Approval (PMA) Database Premarket Approval (PMA) Database Trade Name: BIRMINGHAM …

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P040033: BIRMINGHAM HIP RESURFACING (BHR) SYSTEM by SMITH&NEPHEW ORTHOPAEDICS – FDAzilla Devices

July 7, 2012

P040033: BIRMINGHAM HIP RESURFACING (BHR) SYSTEM by SMITH&NEPHEW ORTHOPAEDICS – FDAzilla Devices. PMA Application: P040033 S017 (Most recently approved supplement) Attribute …

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Despite the Reasons AGAINST – FDA Advisory Panel Recommends Conditional Approval of Smith & Nephew’s BIRMINGHAM HIP Resurfacing Technology

July 7, 2012

WHO PULLED WHAT STRINGS???? Smith & Nephew | FDA Advisory Panel Recommends Conditional Approval of Smith & Nephew’s BIRMINGHAM HIP …

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FDA PMA – how this hides the guilty and stops The Damaged and Suffering from getting Justice – Smith & Nephew

June 17, 2012

Smith & Nephew BHR – How can a device manufacturer be denied by the FDA on a 3/2 vote in …

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MoM Hip Victim Stories to the Orthopedic and Rehab Devices Panel of Med. Devices Advisory Commitee

May 1, 2012

I just want to emphasize how important it is for as many of us as possible to send in our …

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Smith and Nephew payments to 236 Sugeons & Institutions in the USA

April 1, 2012

This report says it all. If your product is so good – why do you have to pay MD’s to …

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Stuart’s nightmare gets worse – DePuy ASR is the curse of our generation

March 21, 2012

The ASR, just when I thought it was over, its the gift that keeps on giving!! Well, the second opinion …

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Lynne’s Story – UK – BHR failure after 6 years

February 1, 2012

I had a Birmingham hip replacement 6 years, ago. It now has to be revised because of AVAL damage. Is …

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The Power of the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing – NOT

January 21, 2012

Howard Sadwin – robbed of life Many of you will have read Howard Sadwin’s story and comments over the last …

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More Smith & Nephew BHR Problems – Katie’s Story (USA)

January 8, 2012

Hi, Sorry to hear about your pain and frustration. I too have a BHR with exactly same symptoms, elevated cobalt …

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Another S&N BHR goes Sour – Brenda’s Story (UK)

January 7, 2012

Hi Earl I had a BHR resurfacing in 2004 on my right hip. 5 months ago I had a total …

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More Smith & Nephew BHR Problems

January 2, 2012

More Smith & Nephew BHR – MoM Problems Emerging each day Comment received overnight: I too have a Smith and …

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Howard View – on a few things

December 30, 2011

Great to see the activity pick up re: metal on metal hip devices, and yes they can be hazardous to …

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Paul’s story – AGONY!

December 29, 2011

Hi all, Just an update. Over December and into Christmas my hip pain from my left BHR has got even …

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Jackie – a typical story repeats again & again – Patient Fear and Distress

December 28, 2011

Comment received on Earlsview Blog this morning I’m not sure if i am posting this in the right place but …

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Smith & Nephew sees shares fall on leaked details – Yahoo! UK & Ireland Finance

December 11, 2011

Smith & Nephew sees shares fall on leaked details – Yahoo! UK & Ireland Finance. Smith & Nephew sees shares …

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Howard Sadwin’s Story – a lesson in perserverance…

September 17, 2011

Howard’s Story (as written by Howard): My intentions are to tell my story, and for others to listen to my …

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Patient J Sends Zimmer a Horror Message – Zimmer Durom Cup

August 21, 2011

To Zimmer Consumer Relations: TO WHOM IT CONCERNS zimmer.consumerrelations@zimmer.com FROM Patient J, NEW ZEALAND I am /was at the time …

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Crackdown on Doctors Who Take Kickbacks

August 21, 2011

Crackdown on Doctors Who Take Kickbacks By GARDINER HARRIS Published: March 3, 2009 NY Times WASHINGTON — Federal health officials …

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Zimmer Blinks First on Physician Payments

August 21, 2011

Zimmer Blinks First on Physician Payments By David P. Hamilton | April 21, 2008 Source; bnet.com Is the ethical backlash …

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Orthopedic companies settle DOJ probe, face SEC scrutiny; Medtronic loses a patent suit to Johnson & Johnson, releases new spinal device

August 21, 2011

Orthopedic companies settle DOJ probe, face SEC scrutiny; Medtronic loses a patent suit to Johnson & Johnson, releases new spinal …

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Maryland – State’s health care professionals got millions in consulting fees

August 20, 2011

Local docs listed in fed’s query State’s health care professionals got millions in consulting fees from Baltimore Business Journal – …

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Orthopedists liable under federal anti-kickback statute

August 20, 2011

Orthopedists liable under federal anti-kickback statute Surgeons who have agreements with companies should review their arrangements for compliance. by Richard …

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U.S. government examining doctor kickbacks for medical devices

August 20, 2011

U.S. government examining doctor kickbacks for medical devices By Barnaby J. Feder Published: Monday, March 24, 2008 NY Times NEW …

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New Hips Gone Awry Expose U.S. Kickbacks in Doctors’ Conflicts

August 20, 2011

New Hips Gone Awry Expose U.S. Kickbacks in Doctors’ Conflicts By David Armstrong – Jun 11, 2010 2:01 PM GMT+1000 …

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Derek McMinn addresses Metal on Metal Hip Implants

August 9, 2011

My View: Great that such an authority in the area has taken the time, along with his team, to address …

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Economic Sense at Smith & Nephew But will it improve things for Patients?

August 4, 2011

Smith & Nephew Restructures and Refocuses Source: Orhopedic Design & Technology The news that Smith & Nephew plc is combining …

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How ‘Bout Smith & Nephew

August 4, 2011

How ‘Bout Smith & Nephew posted by Karen on 02 Aug 2011 at 6:34 pm All this data refers to …

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Recent Knee Replacement Success

August 3, 2011

Gwen M. – Sugeon used  VERILAST Technology From Smith & Nephew Source: Click here Gwen M. RESIDENCE: Pomfret, Maryland OCCUPATION …

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No Poor Medical Device Companies.. Wright Beats, Keeps Outlook

July 31, 2011

Wright Beats, Keeps Outlook By Zacks Investment Research on July 29, 2011 | More Posts By Zacks Investment Research | …

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Advances in Knee Replacement Surgery for Active Baby Boomers

July 29, 2011

Advances in Knee Replacement Surgery for Active Baby Boomers BY Jane Langille • POSTED July 25 2011 AT 12:00 pm …

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Smith & Nephew’s Exclusive OXINIUM Material for Hip Replacement Implants Chosen for Premium Reimbursement in Japan

July 27, 2011

Smith & Nephew‘s Exclusive OXINIUM Material for Hip Replacement Implants Chosen for Premium Reimbursement in Japan By Benzinga Staff  Source – …

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Sadwin Raises More Questions – Will They Ever Be Answered?

July 25, 2011

Why don’t we hear more from those with defective Smith & Nephew Hips? Earl, you are right, are people afraid of speaking …

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History – Smith & Nephew Receives US FDA Approval For Ceramic-On-Ceramic Hip

July 24, 2011

Smith & Nephew Receives US FDA Approval For Ceramic-On-Ceramic Hip June 25, 2006 By: Victor Rocha Website: http://www.hip-replacement-care.com    Smith & …

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Is Corin going to be swallowed up?

July 23, 2011

Is Corin going to be swallowed up? Hip-replacement specialist Corin was mentioned as another bid target, possibly for Smith and …

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Visit to the Surgeon Monday 18th July 2011

July 19, 2011

11 am rolled around quickly… This was the first time I had met the private orthopaedic surgeon and I was …

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Update on My Story – Smith & Nephew Birmingham Spectron Total Hip Replacement Complications

July 16, 2011

To Recap: My hip problems started in 1998 when I was training at the gym (many years had gone in …

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Another Smith & Nephew BHR Problem

July 12, 2011

Received Overnight from Another Person Suffering with Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hip Resurfacing I have removed the person’s identity as …

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Patients are the cobblestones on the path to doctors profits

July 12, 2011

Patients are the cobblestones on the path to doctors profits (Earl Stevens, 2011) by Earl Stevens on Monday, 11 July …

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Sadwin Asks the Hard Questions of the Hip Replacement Companies

July 11, 2011

I had the privilege of getting some great questions from Howard last night and I thought that they, along with …

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FDA Letter to: Smith & Nephew Orthopaedics Gmbh 12/21/10

July 10, 2011

FDA Letter to: Smith & Nephew Orthopaedics Gmbh 12/21/10 Department of Health and Human Services Public Health ServiceFood and Drug …

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Smith & Nephew Warned Over Hip Implant Facility

July 10, 2011

Smith & Nephew Warned Over Hip Implant Facility Date Published: Wednesday, December 29th, 2010 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration …

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Here’s Something New – Studying Success!

July 10, 2011

Arthritis Foundation Funds Memphis Implant Study By Tom Wilemon Source – click here ANALYSIS UNDER WAY: Dr. William Mihalko, a …

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DePuy Doctor Kickback Scandal

July 9, 2011

DePuy Hip Replacement Recall Follows Doctor Kickback Scandal Written by hiplawsuits on Oct-23-10 1:37am From: depuyhipreplacementlawsuit.com DePuy Orhopaedic’s recent ASR …

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Hip and Knee Implants – Global Pipeline

July 9, 2011

GlobalData: Hip and Knee Implants – Global Pipeline Analysis, Opportunity Assessment and Market Forecasts to 2016 GlobalData’s new report Hip …

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Global Orthopaedic Prosthetics Market to Reach US$19.4 Billion by 2015

July 9, 2011

Global Orthopedic Prosthetics Market to Reach US$19.4 Billion by 2015, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. …

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US hip and knee replacement market was valued at $6.7 billion

July 9, 2011

US hip and knee replacement market is expected to witness robust growth in 2008–2015 Bharatbook.com added a new report on …

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Hip Arthroscopy Growth Boosts Stryker, ConMed, Smith & Nephew

July 9, 2011

Hip Arthroscopy Growth Boosts Stryker, ConMed, Smith & Nephew Revenue Share in $2.1 Billion Arthroscopy and Soft Tissue Market Arthrex, …

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Hip Replacement Settlements

July 9, 2011

Hip Replacement Settlements Author: Susan Ardizzoni FDA Requires DePuy ASR Hip Replacement Recall: The FDA reports a Class 2 medical …

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US arthroscopy market to double by 2017, to over $4.2 billion

July 9, 2011

US arthroscopy market to double by 2017, Stryker, Smith & Nephew, Johnson & Johnson to benefit 28th Jun 2011, 10:32 …

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Corin Cormet Presentation to FDA Approvals Panel

July 6, 2011

Corin Presentation to FDA Approvals Panel Ever wonder what they tell the panel to get a 510K approval… Download presentation …

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Juergen’s DePuy Hip Replacement Nightmare – Down, But Fighting Back

July 4, 2011

Company and Surgeon Run Away When Worker is Gunned Down by a Bad Hip and a Dodgy DePuy Hip Implant …

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Sadwin Gives them a Sterling Suggestion or Two

July 4, 2011

Just in from Howard’s Desk (wheel chair) … I just sent a feedback message to med page. How ridiculous it …

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Stryker wants to take on Smith & Nephew in USA

July 4, 2011

What’s new in the market to fix your hip Stryker markets hip rebuilding system expanding into rival’s U.S. monopoly ; …

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Global Hip Replacement Implants Market is forecast to reach $8.6 billion

July 4, 2011

June 27, 2011 Monday Research and Markets Adds Report: Hip Replacement Implants – Global Pipeline Analysis, Competitive Landscape and Market …

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Cobalt Toxicity – Not to be Dismissed

July 3, 2011

Cobalt Toxicity Source: Click here While it may seem worrying when an automobile is recalled due to a manufacturing error …

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Hip Resurfacing has Higher Risk of Revision

July 3, 2011

MODERN METAL-ON-METAL HIP RESURFACING A TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW My View: A very academically correct document but extremely ass-covering in my view. …

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Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hip Replacement Hell – Howard Sadwin is lucky to be Alive

July 3, 2011

This Shocking Post is a Comment just Sent to me by Howard Sadwin – he has No Hip Left and …

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Expert Advisory Group looking at soft tissue reactions associated with metal-on-metal hip replacements

July 2, 2011

Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency: Report of the Expert Advisory Group looking at soft tissue reactions associated with metal-on-metal …

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Industry News – OXINIUM (Oxidized Zirconium) and cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE)

July 2, 2011

Is this new material the answer? Posted on the ORTHOSuperSite December 3, 2010 Registry data show Smith & Nephew Orthopaedics’ …

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History – How I Recently Found Out That I Had A Hip Problem

July 2, 2011

Local and International News In May 2011 I was made aware by a friend’s mother of an ABC news programme …

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History – Smith & Nephew Knee Implant Recall – 2003; Oxinium

July 2, 2011

Smith & Nephew Knee Implant Recall Oxinium Genesis II Profix II Knee Implants: This information is interesting from this website [Click here]. …

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History – Smith & Nephew Hip Component Mislabelled – 2007

July 2, 2011

S&N recalls hip replacement parts By Karen Attwood Friday, 17 August 2007: This Article from the Independent [Click here].. The hip and …

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History – Smith & Nephew Hip Resurfacing Cups Recalled 2007

July 2, 2011

Smith & Nephew Hip Resurfacing Cups Recalled in U.K. (Update4) By Christopher Elser and Kari Lundgren – August 16, 2007 …

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J&J Hip Problems – DePuy ASR Caused Much Suffering

July 2, 2011

J&J Hip Attracts Anxiety By Melissa Davis 06/05/06 – 07:15 AM EDT. This article from The Street [Click here] Beth Soltero, a …

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Smith & Nephew Metal-on-Metal Marketing SPIN

June 25, 2011

Metal-on-Metal: Questions & Answers My View: call me a skeptic but talk about PR SPIN & Marketing: Download the Booklet …

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Is Oxinium Going to be Safer? Maybe?

June 25, 2011

Is OXINIUM really better? In my last post [click here] I reviewed a 1988 scientific paper which raised a number …

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Is Oxinium Going to be Safer? Maybe?

June 24, 2011

Is OXINIUM really better? In my last post [click here] I reviewed a 1988 scientific paper which raised a number …

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1988 Analysis of Metal-on-Metal Hips

June 24, 2011

Analysis of 118 second-generation metal-on-metal retrieved hip implants H.-P. Sieber, C. B. Rieker, P. Köttig; from the Regionalspital, Biel, Switzerland; …

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FDA Takes Action on MoM Hip Implants

June 20, 2011

FDA orders post-market studies on MOM hip implants By Jeanie Kennedy and Katherine Sale On May 9, 2011, the U.S. …

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Birmingham Hip Replacement – Manufacturing Process Problem?

June 19, 2011

This video from what I understand to be one of the most respected British BHR Hip Replacement Centres is extremely …

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The Hip Story Continues

June 12, 2011

Yesterday Yesterday was a busy day – revamped my entire site and described the events leading up to the total …

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