DALLAS, TX, USA, Thursday, 23 January 2003: Today, the International Adhesions Society (IAS) initiated discussions with Vice Admiral Dr. Richard Carmona, the Surgeon General of the United States, concerning public health issues related to post-surgical adhesions. Dr. David Wiseman, Founder of the International Adhesions Society met with the Surgeon General as well as with two of his aides. "Having been a paramedic, nurse and a surgeon, Dr. Carmona knew immediately from several perspectives what we were talking about."
"I think he was certainly sympathetic with our case and will be supportive in the future," said Dr. Wiseman. "This is all very exciting as we also met with senior representatives of the US Department of Health and Human Services today. Last week we were contacted by NIH about assisting them in an study involving adhesions."
We are finally beginning to get the problem of adhesions recognized. We will keep you posted on developments as well as on our broader PR and lobbying campaigns. Our thanks also must go to Beverly Doucette of Wisconsin for laying the groundwork for this landmark meeting.
To see a photo of Doctors Carmona and Wiseman at the 14th Annual Health Industry Council Meeting held in Dallas, TX go to:
http://www.adhesions.org/drsphoto.htm.
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-- Tracy Joslin IAS Administrator tracy.joslin@adhesions.orgNeither the IAS, Synechion, Dr. Wiseman or any other representative offers medical advice. Always consult a qualified medical professional.