ProPublica, May 3, 2012. “And after being notified of patient harm, manufacturers can minimize their own responsibility if they point the blame elsewhere,” said health policy expert Diana Zuckerman, president of the National Center for Health Research.
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Consumer Reports: Dangerous Medical Devices
Consumer Reports Magazine, May 2012. Dr. Diana Zuckerman is quoted in the Consumer Reports investigation for their May issue that finds that most medical implants have never been tested for safety.
Read More »Investigation: Most Medical Devices Implanted in Patients Without Testing
CBS News, March 27, 2012. This article reports on Consumer Reports’ investigation on the testing of medical devices. NRC President, Dr. Diana Zuckerman is quoted on the need for unique serial numbers for medical devices and stronger FDA standards to increase safety.
Read More »Response to the Silimed Breast Implant Scandal
January 30, 2012. Polyurethane foam-covered implants were banned in the U.S. over two decades ago, but versions were still sold in Europe for the last ten years exposing how lower safety standards for medical devices have hurt tens of thousands of men and women.
Read More »Young, Obese, and in Surgery
The New York Times, January 7, 2012. This story follows a teenage girl through her lap band surgery, including her less than ideal results. Psychologist and NRC president Dr. Diana Zuckerman is quoted on why these surgeries are very risky for teens.
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