Introduction to Mallet Finger: What It Is & How It’s Treated
Written by Dr. Sohel Islam What is Mallet Finger? Mallet finger, also known as baseball finger or drop finger, is a condition in which the tendon that extends the finger becomes damaged, leading to the inability to fully straighten the affected finger. This typically occurs as a result of an injury to the fingertip, such […]
Did You Hear the Peepers?
Written by Dr. Jocelyn Doré Did you hear the peepers this weekend? On several occasions over the weekend, while driving by swampy areas, I heard the telltale sound of the peeper frogs chirping at dusk. It always signals the start of spring. As an audiologist, I hear my patients talk about the peepers all the […]
Protecting Your Hearing: Tips for Hearing Loss Prevention
Written by Dr. Dov Bloch & Donna Haupt, PA-C Tired of your spouse complaining that you’re not listening? Missing out on your favorite TV show’s fast-talking dialogue? Never able to understand what your grandchild is saying? As much as 20 percent of the United States’ population experiences some degree of hearing loss, making it the […]
Expanded Patch Testing for Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Written by Dr. Dmitriy Timerman Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD) is a disease of the skin that causes itching, redness, and flaking anywhere on the body after exposure to an allergen. Common allergens include… Cosmetic & makeup products Hair dye Antibiotic creams Metals Adhesives Preservatives Advanced Specialty Care is pleased to announce the expansion of our […]
9 Tips to Keep Your Skin Healthy
Written by Dr. Rand Werbitt Your skin is important in many ways. It performs vital tasks for your body, including protecting you from the sun’s harmful rays, viruses, and bacteria. Your skin also produces vitamin D – essential for many bodily functions. As important, healthy, clear skin helps you to look and feel good. A […]
Hearing for the Holidays
Written by Dr. Jennifer Donath The holidays are here and it is the time of year to be gathering with family and friends. These cherished moments are so valuable and being able to hear and participate in conversations is so important. This season, if you or a loved one notice any of the following occurrences […]
Inspire for Sleep Apnea: Breakthrough Therapy Without a Mask
Written by Dr. Michael Bard Inspire–that’s right, take a deep breath and feel the air. Unfortunately, not everyone can do that when they are sleeping. When you fall asleep, the muscles in your throat and jaw relax, which allow your airway to collapse even to the point of stopping the air flowing into the lungs. […]
Food Allergy or Intolerance?
Written by Dr. Purvi Shah Nearly 15 million Americans have food allergies. However, most people use the term “food allergy” loosely. There are distinct differences in symptoms/reactions and the pattern of symptoms between food allergies and food intolerance. Food intolerance is a type of a “food reaction” – not a true food allergy. The symptoms […]
Video Walkthrough: Tattoo Removal
Did you know that Tattoo Removal is one of the most asked-about Cosmetic procedures? It makes sense that as the overall demand for tattoos increases throughout the years, so too does the desire to remove them. It’s said that about forty percent of adults between 26 and 40 years old have at least one tattoo […]
Suffering From Hives?
IMPORTANT LINKS: Biologics: DUPIXENT XOLAIR Written by Dr. Yogen Dave If you’re suffering from those itchy red bumps that come and go, you may have a case of the hives, or in medical terms, “urticaria.” Individual bumps can last up to 24 hours but usually are of a much shorter duration. New hives can develop […]