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Dr. Peter Millett Performs Surgery to 2000 Medical Professionals
Dr. Peter Millett orthopaedic shoulder surgeon and director of shoulder surgery for The Steadman Clinic in Vail recently traveled to London England for the 4th International Symposium of Surgical and Biological Treatments in Orthopaedics Sports Medicine and Distal Extremity Pathologies. During the event Dr. Millett performed a live surgical demonstration implementing a rotator cuff repair technique that was watched live by close to 2000 gathered medical professionals from all over the world. The surgery showcased new advanced techniques in the area of rotator cuff tears and injuries.
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The Heart of It All: How Cardiovascular Health Shapes Longevity
Most of us know a healthy heart will increase our chances for a long and vital life, but how many of us truly understand how to live for a healthy heart? According to the American Heart Association, heart disease remains the number one cause of death, for both men and women, in the United States.
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GLP-1s and Your Health Journey: What You Need to Know
Interest in GLP-1 agonist medications, once used almost exclusively for diabetes, is soaring. Now widely referred to as weight loss injections, drugs like semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) are ubiquitous in celebrity chatter, social media and everyday patient conversations. But as demand grows, it’s increasingly important to separate hype from reality. Who qualifies for these drugs under FDA guidelines? When are they helpful? And when might carefully supported lifestyle changes offer a safer or more sustainable path?
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Back on the Slopes: How to Recover Physically and Mentally After a Ski or Snowboard Injury
Living in a ski town, injury is inevitable. Recovery isn’t just about regaining strength, it’s about building trust in your body. The best path back to skiing blends physical training with mental conditioning, patience with persistence. With the expert teams at Vail Health - from Howard Head Sports Medicine to Vail Health Behavioral Health - recovery is more than healing; it’s coming back stronger, smarter and more confident than before.