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13 Nov , 2020

Need a Hand and Wrist Doctor? Come See Dr. Emily Perez

We are pleased to welcome the newest member to our team of distinguished medical professionals, a fellowship trained hand surgeon, Dr. Emily Nicole Perez. She is Board-Certified in general surgery and, additionally, fellowship-trained in surgery of...

2 Jul , 2020

Do I Have a Cold or Do I have Allergies?

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Uncategorized

Is it a Summer Cold or Seasonal Allergies? 2020 According to ENT specialists, when you come across anything that you are allergic to such as pollen, dust mites, animal dander, foods, or drugs, your body considers the allergen as an “invader” and...

30 Jul , 2016

Hyperkalemia: The Silent Killer

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Cardiology

According to specialists in cardiology, electrolyte abnormalities, such as hyperkalemia, are associated with cardiovascular emergencies. Without emergency medical attention, these conditions can cause cardiac arrest and may even hinder resuscitativ...

30 Jul , 2016

Living Well with Angina

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Cardiology

Angina is a symptom of a cardiovascular coronary artery disease caused by reduced blood flow to the heart and is characterized by pain, heaviness or pressure in the chest. Once diagnosed with angina, adopting these measures may help you manage your...

28 Jul , 2016

Tips for Caregivers of a Heart Surgery Patient

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Cardiology

Being a caregiver to a heart surgery or cardiology patient can be challenging, as caregivers must provide for the patient's physical and mental well-being. Outlined below are a few important things to remember to be a successful caregiver at any sk...

26 Jul , 2016

What to Do After a Heart Attack

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Cardiology

Heart attacks are one of the leading causes of death among men and women in the United States. Most will survive their first heart attack and return to normal life, but certain lifestyle changes must be made to lessen the risk of suffering additio...

27 Jun , 2016

What Kind of Physical Pain Do You Have?

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Pain Management

Not all pain is considered equal in terms of type and trigger as well as in intensity, frequency and duration. Pain management then becomes a more complicated task depending on these factors as well as on the required approaches, which may include...

31 May , 2016

Take Control Over Your Heart Health

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Cardiology

In 2012, ischemic heart disease was the cause of death among 7.4 million individuals worldwide (World Health Organization), making it the number one cause of death. The time to take control over your heart health is now, before an ischemic heart...

19 May , 2016

How to Return to Work After Mental Impairment

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Occupational Medicine

Are you planning to return to work despite your cognitive impairment? Though you may be feeling better, rushing back to work can be dangerous. Though you may feel you’ve made a full physical recovery, subtle signs of cognitive impairment may rem...

17 May , 2016

How to Accommodate the Injured Employee

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Occupational Medicine

While professionalism is the main pillar of the employer-employee relationship, a human-to-human approach is greatly appreciated. Below, we’ve outlined some tips for employers on how to meet the needs of the injured employee returning to work....

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