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The Heart Doesn’t Lie The Heart Doesn’t Lie
The Heart Doesn’t Lie In medicine, AFib is not an exaggeration of the truth. Rather, it is an abbreviation for atrial fibrillation, the most common type of arrhythmia – or abnormal heart rhythm. AFib results from disorganization of the heart’s electricity that can cause an irregular heartbeat. Electrical signals sent between the chambers of the heart, through its conduction system, tell each part when and how to beat. Normally, the top chambers of the heart – or atria – beat first, initiated by an impulse that starts in a small area of the right atrium. Then, the bottom chambers – or ventricles, pump blood out t…

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Senior Health: Keeping Anxiety And Stress at Bay Senior Health: Keeping Anxiety And Stress at Bay
Senior Health: Keeping Anxiety And Stress at Bay As cases of the novel coronavirus now known as COVID-19 continue to increase worldwide and particularly here in New York State, researchers have learned that older adults and people with chronic health conditions may be particularly susceptible to the respiratory illness, which can cause pneumonia and symptoms such as fever, cough, diarrhea and shortness of breath. The coronavirus is a respiratory disease, meaning it mostly affects the lungs. But when the lungs aren’t able to work at full capacity, the heart has to work harder to pump oxygen-rich blood around the body. That added stress can b…

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Top Five Things To Know About Virtual Visits With YOUR Doctor: An Update From CareMount Medical Top Five Things To Know About Virtual Visits With YOUR Doctor: An Update From CareMount Medical
Top Five Things To Know About Virtual Visits With Your Doctor: An Update From CareMount Medical Now, more than ever, having the option to “see” your own physician virtually instead of going into an office is key in order to practice social distancing. When deciding to do a virtual visit as opposed to an in-person visit, there are many factors to consider—from who the doctor is, to managing your health records, and more. Not all telehealth platforms are the same, so think about the following when deciding if a virtual visit is right for you.  1. Visit with Your Provider: Many telehealth companies offer virtual visits with a doctor, but not necessarily your doctor. With CareMount M…

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Ten Tips To Eating Heart Healthy Ten Tips To Eating Heart Healthy
Ten Tips To Eating Heart Healthy Heart disease is a growing epidemic, but eating a heart healthy diet is your best defense in reducing your risk. CareMount Medical Cardiologist, Dr. Richard Keating, shares these tips: 1. Decrease saturated fats and trans fats. Decrease saturated fats (such as whole milk, butter, fatty cuts of meat) and trans fats (e.g. fast foods) and choose monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats (from olive and canola oils, nuts, seeds, avocados, soy and fatty fish) instead. 2. Increase your intake of fruits and vegetables. Aim for seven to nine servings of fruits and vegetables each day. Choose a ra…

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Northwell, CareMount Medical Sign Clinical Affiliation Agreement Northwell, CareMount Medical Sign Clinical Affiliation Agreement
Northwell, CareMount Medical Sign Clinical Affiliation Agreement Northwell Health and CareMount Medical have signed a clinical affiliation agreement for expanded services. Northwell, the state’s largest health system, and CareMount, a physician-owned medical practice with 45 locations throughout the Hudson Valley and Manhattan, announced the finalization of the agreement on Tuesday, Dec. 10. Starting on Wednesday, Jan. 1, the medical groups will pursue additional creative arrangements, including clinical integration initiatives, service agreements, ambulatory collaborative activities and more. Each effort is a part of the overall mission to provide a hi…

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by Valerie Musson
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Five Frequently Asked Breastfeeding Questions Five Frequently Asked Breastfeeding Questions
Five Frequently Asked Breastfeeding Questions If you’re a first-time mom, you probably have questions about breastfeeding. How often should I breastfeed my baby? How can I tell if my baby is hungry? Below, CareMount Medical OB/GYN, Dr. Sadia Sahabi, provides answers to several common questions asked by new moms. 1. How long should I breastfeed my baby? Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for the first 6 months of a baby’s life. Breastfeeding should continue up to the baby’s first birthday as new foods are introduced. You can keep breastfeeding after the baby’s first birthday for as long as you and your baby would like. It should…

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Celebrate Women’s Health Month With The Holistic Care Of Midwifery Celebrate Women’s Health Month With The Holistic Care Of Midwifery
Celebrate Women’s Health Month With The Holistic Care Of Midwifery The month of May is filled with celebration and renewed life. Amid blooming spring flowers and budding trees, we celebrate Mother’s Day and we begin to prepare our families and ourselves for an active, fun-filled summer. Yet, as a woman, before you can take care of others, you must first take care of yourself. Now is a great time to take a “whole view” of yourself – your physical, emotional and spiritual needs – and commit to making positive changes that will enable you to continue to be the active nurturer that you are. At CareMount Medical, our certified nurse-midwives can help you ac…

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Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders? Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders?
Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders? Pelvic floor disorders are common problems facing women, and many do not seek medical help. These disorders can result from a variety of medical conditions as well as normal changes associated with childbirth and aging. Pelvic floor disorders may cause sexual dysfunction, vaginal pain or discomfort, fecal/urinary incontinence and abdominal discomfort. Many women experience significant changes in daily activities and even self-identify because of these conditions. Let’s discuss some of these disorders and treatment options. Pelvic Organ Prolapse A woman’s pelvic organs (bladder, uterus, re…

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Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders? Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders?
Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders? Pelvic floor disorders are common problems facing women, and many do not seek medical help. These disorders can result from a variety of medical conditions as well as normal changes associated with childbirth and aging. Pelvic floor disorders may cause sexual dysfunction, vaginal pain or discomfort, fecal/urinary incontinence and abdominal discomfort. Many women experience significant changes in daily activities and even self-identify because of these conditions.  Let’s discuss some of these disorders and treatment options. Pelvic Organ Prolapse A woman’s pelvic organs (bladder, uter…

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Problems With Your Prostate? UroLift® And UroNav Offer New Advances Problems With Your Prostate? UroLift® And UroNav Offer New Advances
Problems With Your Prostate? UroLift® And UroNav Offer New Advances June is Men’s Health Month. This awareness month highlights the importance of preventative healthcare and appropriate screenings and checkups specific to men to maintain overall health and long-term well-being. CareMount Medical offers two state-of-the-art procedures for male patients dealing specifically with prostate issues, the UroLift® System and the UroNav Fusion Biopsy System. CareMount Medical is leading the way to offer these minimally invasive techniques close to home for patients in the Hudson Valley. The UroLift® System is designed to relieve symptoms caused by an enlarged pros…

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Lyme Season Is Here Lyme Season Is Here
Lyme Season Is Here Diagnosis and management of tickborne diseases can be very complex and anxiety provoking. Unlike other problems patients have to solve, the internet search results may yield overwhelming amounts of conflicting information. Further, doctors may not even agree with one another on diagnosis and management of the same patients. At CareMount Medical, we follow the Infectious Diseases Society of America and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines. These are guidelines that have been subject to rigorous scientific scrutiny and studies and are considered the mainstream management of …

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2018 Rising Stars Unveiled By Business Council of Westchester 2018 Rising Stars Unveiled By Business Council of Westchester
2018 Rising Stars Unveiled By Business Council of Westchester There is no doubt that Westchester is overstocked with talent. And The Business Council of Westchester recognizes that during a prestigious annual awards ceremony. This year, prominent doctors, realtors and bankers as well as the spokeswoman for Westchester's new county executive, the owner of Walter's Hot Dogs, the director of creative culture at the Jacob Burns Film Center and a funeral home director are among the 40 "Rising Stars" being honored by The Business Council of Westchester, on June 21. The county’s leading business membership organization announced its 2018 class of R…

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by Jon Craig
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CareMount Expert Offers Advice On Springtime Protection For Your Skin CareMount Expert Offers Advice On Springtime Protection For Your Skin
CareMount Expert Offers Advice On Springtime Protection For Your Skin The daffodils and forsythia are starting to flower, the days are getting warmer, and with the arrival of spring, so too comes itchy skin. According to CareMount Medical Dermatologist, Brent D. Wainwright, MD, FAAD, the main offenders are invisible allergens in the air, pollen and mold. Spring allergens When susceptible individuals are exposed to pollen, the immune system is activated, initiating an inflammatory reaction caused by histamine, a natural substance released by the body to fight the allergy. This not only leads to itchy eyes and sneezing but may also irritate the skin. Fortuna…

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CareMount Appoints New Assistant Medical Director CareMount Appoints New Assistant Medical Director
CareMount Appoints New Assistant Medical Director CareMount Medical recently appointed a new Assistant Medical Director, Dr. Caroline DeFilippo, to oversee the physicians and group-wide initiatives in Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Columbia, and Ulster counties. “CareMount Medical is thrilled to welcome Dr. Caroline DeFilippo as our new assistant medical director,” said Dr. Scott D. Hayworth, president, and CEO at CareMount Medical. “Not only is Dr. DeFilippo an outstanding physician, but her experience in public health will positively impact the health of all of our patients.” DeFilippo will be seeing patients in Mount Kisco. In addition,…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Stop Seasonal Allergies: Understand Causes, Prevention And Treatment Stop Seasonal Allergies: Understand Causes, Prevention And Treatment
Stop Seasonal Allergies: Understand Causes, Prevention And Treatment WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Spring, with its showy display of flowering buds and blooming trees, is the favorite season for many people, unless you are among the 58 million Americans who suffer from seasonal allergies. Most seasonal allergies begin in the spring, when tree and grass pollens circulate in the air until late June. Mold, another allergy offender, begins in February and can last until the ground freezes, and ragweed can cause misery to allergy sufferers from mid-August until the first hard frost. Two-thirds of people with allergies suffer year-round, with few periods of relief. …

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With So Many Possible Destinations, Make CareMount Medical Your First With So Many Possible Destinations, Make CareMount Medical Your First
With So Many Possible Destinations, Make CareMount Medical Your First WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Each year, more and more Americans travel internationally. CareMount Medical’s John Raffalli, MD FACP (Internal Medicine/Infectious Diseases) and Neeta Chitkara, MD (Internal Medicine/Infectious Diseases) encourage patients to be proactive and take steps to anticipate issues that may arise during a trip. Learning about your destination before traveling is essential, according to Dr. Raffalli. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) post country specific travel notices and warnings on their websites. Check out the information u…

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Nuclear Testing: It’s For The Heart, Too Nuclear Testing: It’s For The Heart, Too
Nuclear Testing: It’s For The Heart, Too WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- “Don’t go ‘nuclear’” might be a warning to someone who is highly stressed and overreacting to a situation, but when it comes to testing the impact of stress activity on the heart, “nuclear” may be just what the doctor ordered. That’s because use of nuclear material, radioactive isotopes that act as a “dye,” can give physicians more accurate information about the size of a heart’s chambers, its efficiency in pumping blood and the presence of any damaged heart muscle. The test also has an estimated 85 percent accuracy rate in determining whether any of a patient’s m…

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Scientists Continue Hunt For Improved Diagnosis And Treatment Of Epilepsy Scientists Continue Hunt For Improved Diagnosis And Treatment Of Epilepsy
Scientists Continue Hunt For Improved Diagnosis And Treatment Of Epilepsy WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- The first known reports of epilepsy, which is characterized by seizures due to intense electrical activity in the brain, appeared in Assyrian writings around 2000 B.C. Ancient Greek medical texts reference the first neurosurgical procedure as being performed to quiet brain seizures. Mythological tales of demonic possession and lycanthropy – people convulsing into werewolves in the full moon’s light – are partially rooted in what was then a lack of understanding of brain disorders like schizophrenia and epilepsy. Epilepsy often leaves its victims in convulsions, foa…

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How To Protect Your Aging Spine How To Protect Your Aging Spine
How To Protect Your Aging Spine Suffering from acute back pain isn't a unique experience. Roughly 8 out of 10 Americans experience spine discomfort of some sort, commonly worsening with age. “As the body ages, the spine takes on additional pressure and wear,” said Dr. Pierre Bruneau, an orthopedic surgeon at CareMount Medical. “But while these conditions increase among seniors, medical innovations are making it easier to prevent and treat back pain.” Dr. Monica Gupta, an endocrinologist with CareMount Medical who also treats osteoporosis, explained how certain injuries develop over time: Herniated discs: When the gel-lik…

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Pneumococcal Vaccines Offer Protection From Serious Childhood Illnesses Pneumococcal Vaccines Offer Protection From Serious Childhood Illnesses
Pneumococcal Vaccines Offer Protection From Serious Childhood Illnesses When it comes to preventing illness, vaccines stand at the forefront of disease protection. "Vaccines strengthen our body’s immune response," said Dr. Amy Amin Patil, a pediatrician at CareMount Medical. "After a vaccination, our immune system creates antibodies that can protect us from future exposure to a disease." Vaccines are especially important in children, and the pneumococcal antibody is one of the most crucial of them all. "Pneumococcal diseases are contagious; they spread through respiratory fluids, like saliva or mucus," said Patil. "The vaccine…

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