MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- For those planning to undergo plastic surgery, the comfort and care your receive post-operation are nearly as important as the surgical procedure itself.Plastic surgery includes both aesthetic and reconstructive surgical procedures. Aesthetic surgeries are designed to improve the appearance of facial and bodily features, while reconstructive procedures are typically ...

MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- For those suffering from chronic knee pain, sometimes a complete knee replacement can be the only option to restore mobility. Advancements in knee surgery allow for a highly customized knee replacement. Using 3D modeling, a knee implant is tailored specifically for each patient. The 3D model results in a better-alignment that is more accurately sized for the ...

MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Loved by some and feared by many, the turning forward of clocks to begin daylight saving time this Sunday marks the unofficial end of the winter doldrums. Although the switch offers an extra hour of daylight in the evenings, the gain is often at the expense of our circadian rhythms.According to Dr. Praveen Rudraraju, Director at Northern Westchester Hospital's ...

MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. – If you’ve suffered a debilitating cardiac emergency, the road to recovery can be less arduous with a proper rehabilitation program. In an effort to shorten recovery times and help patients return to everyday life quicker, Northern Westchester Hospital offers a specialized cardiac rehabilitation program that does just that.You’re a candidate if you’ve had a heart ...

MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Obesity affects every aspect of a person’s life, and often family members as well. This was the case for Lisa Marcus . A personal tragedy, and subsequent depression and grief, contributed to Lisa’s loss of control of her weight. As her weight increased, the ensuing health conditions she developed were mounting.Dieting had failed to reverse the effects of obesity. ...

MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- High cholesterol is one of the major controllable risk factors for heart disease, heart attack and stroke. NWH’s Community Health Outreach Program is dedicated to raising awareness of high blood cholesterol and helping people take steps toward reducing their risk.

MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Not so long ago, a trip to the doctor's office meant a lot more than a thermometer under the tongue and a lollipop for the ride home. As part of Northern Westchester Hospital's '100 Years of Care' celebration, hospital staff and the New Castle Historical Society will welcome adults and children ages 8 and up to 'Saws, Scalpels and Stitches: How the Civil War Helped ...

YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y. -- With prom season right around the corner, The Alliance for Safe Kids, the YHS PTSA, and Yorktown High School are presenting “What Every Parent and Senior Should Know About Prom, Parties, and Potential Problems.” this Thursday evening.Alcohol is the most widely misused substance among America’s youth, and drinking by young people poses enormous health and safety ...

MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- With swimsuit season nearly upon us, hordes of fitness conscious individuals are beginning to take 'the vow of detox.' Once thought of as a panacea for excessive consumption, experts have voiced concern that aggressive detoxing can ultimately do the body more harm than good."The theory behind detoxing is to give the gastrointestinal cells time to rest and ...

MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- While people often think of sunburn as an unfortunate staple of summer life, what most don't realize is the winter months present a unique set of problems for our epidermis. With Australian actor Hugh Jackman's announcement this week that he has undergone his fifth surgery since 2013 to remove skin cancer, it's important to take the simple steps to prevent the ...