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After helping hundreds of Westchester County herniated disc sufferers eliminated their pain, Local Doctor explains how…
“Back Pain Technology Cheats Mother Nature Helps Herniated Discs Heal Naturally… In As Little As 25 Minutes!” At Last! Westchester County Doctor Offers Technology That Doesn’t Just End SEVERE Pain From Herniated Discs, But Helps Your Body To Start Rebuilding Them… As Fast As Humanly Possible! Best Part: You can check it all out for FREE if you like! There is no doubt… technology has made all of our lives better… and easier. Just about every miraculous medical cure and comfort of modern living can be attributed to amazing breakthroughs in technology. Heck, laser eye surgery can give people who are almost as blind as a bat perfect 20/20 vision. How amazing is that? That’s why it’s no surprise that technology might be able to solve your back and neck pain from herniated/bulging discs or sciatica…for good. Here is why: Back and neck pain can be devastating. And nothing is worse than going to doctor after doctor… trying treatment after treatment… spending money you can’t afford… and still suffering in pain. That’s why… I bet you would love to instantly end your pain… without any risk what-soever… and have it never come back for the rest of your life? Well, that might NOT be so easy. But, what if there was a wonderful advancement in technology that, with a handful of simple, non-invasive treatments, could possibly have you out of pain and on your way to healing naturally? Better yet, what if this technology could possibly heal your herniated/bulging discs (instead of cutting it out like surgery) so you have the best chance to live pain-free and do all the things you want and love to do? And what if this technology was: 3 FDA cleared! 3 Proven safe and effective! 3 Allows your herniated discs to heal naturally without the risky and dangerous side effects of surgery! 3 Relieves pain fast… in some cases in as little as 25 minutes! Well, guess what? There is such technology and there is a very good chance it can help you… like it has already helps thousands of herniated/bulging disc and sciatica sufferers all around the country… No Matter How Bad Your Pain Is, How Long You’ve Been Suffering Or How Many Other Treatments And Doctors Have Failed You! Don’t laugh. It’s really true. Here’s proof…
When you have a herniated disc, compressive forces cause your spinal bones to come together… basically squashing your disc. The space in between your bones decreases and the soft, jello-like disc material leaks out. This disc material that leaks out is called a herniated disc and can cause severe pain, numbness and tingling in your neck, back, arms or legs when the herniation pushes into and “pinches” a nerve. So it makes sense, if you could slightly pull the spinal bones apart… that would open up the space, take the pressure off the disc, the disc off the nerve and solve the problem. Right? But the only problem is… how do you do that? For years and years, doctors have been trying to do it with traction. But traction has been proven ineffective and often very painful. Why? Traction doesn’t work because when you have a herniated or bulging disc, the area is injured and when you try to move, your muscles go into spasm. Spasm is your body’s way of trying to protect you from causing further injury. That’s why traction hurts so much. As soon as the traction starts… your muscles overprotect the area and spasm. But the good news is: Now there is technology that out-smarts your body’s natural spasm reaction. In other words: It fools mother nature! This technology is called non-surgical spinal decompression (NSSD) and here’s how it works… NSSD is very different from plain traction because it has advanced computer technology that actually senses your spinal muscles. When it starts to gently pull, it immediately knows when your muscles start to contract and it stops pulling. As soon as your muscles relax, it starts pulling again. The amazing thing is: the computer senses your muscles contraction so early… you don’t even feel what is going on. Which means you never feel any pain! In fact, the only thing most patients feel is… RELIEF!!! But the best part is: NSSD is able to gently separate your spinal bones which, in many cases, actually sucks the herniated disc material back into the disc where it belongs! This takes away your pain and allows your herniated and bulging discs to heal naturally!
And check this out: Treatments are pleasant and simple. All you have to do is lie on your back, listen to your favorite music, read a magazine… or… take a nap! The wonderful technology does everything while you simply RELAX the pain away! To sum up NSSD: • For most patients it is 100% painless… in fact many patients actually fall asleep during treatment! • Works fast! Most patients get relief after a handful of treatments – some after the very first! • Is non-invasive so it does not have the dangerous risks of surgery! • Gets to the root cause of the problem and helps it heal naturally! Isn’t modern technology wonderful? And wouldn’t you like to… Give This Great Technology A Try… For Free? If you would, there’s great news. There is a Doctor located at 222 Westchester Ave. Suite 405 in White Plains who has invested hundreds of thousands of dollars in this wonderful technology and has been treating herniated/bulging disc and sciatica patients with incredible success. His name is Dr. Jonathan Donath DC, MS and he is so excited about the results he’s been getting, he would like to share it with as many pain sufferers as possible. But There Is A Catch… There’s always a catch... isn’t there? Even though this technology has helped a majority of the patients Dr. Donath has treated… it is not a wonder cure and it does not help everyone.
On the right: healthy disc. Center: Herniated disc with soft disc material leaking out. On the left: Herniated disc material compressing or “pinching” nerve.
For that reason, Dr. Donath does a complete examination on every potential patient and only accepts you if he feels you are most likely to get the pain relief and outcome you are looking for. Dr. Donath’s Special Deal For You! Because the economy is so bad and Dr. Donath wants to help you if possible, he is offering the first 17 people who respond to this article a free consultation and NSSD qualification examination. And if you qualify for NSSD treatments, Dr. Donath will also give you one treatment for FREE! And if you do not qualify, Dr. Donath will help you find the best option for you. That’s why, if you suffer with pain from a herniated/bulging disc or sciatica you should call 914-259-8104 right now. When Barbara answers the phone, simply tell her you would like your free non-surgical spinal decompression consultation and examination. If you are one of the first 17, she will schedule you within the next few days. If you are in a lot of pain or already scheduled for surgery, tell Barbara and she will be sure to get you in immediately. Maybe even today.
On right: Herniated disc with spinal bones “squished” together. Center: NSSD slightly pulls the spinal bones apart, opens up the disc space and allows herniated material to move back into the disc. Left: Herniated material completely back in center of disc allows the disc to heal naturally. Your consultation and examination should take about 60 minutes. During this time you can get all of your questiones answered in a warm and friendly environment. You will know exactly what’s causing your pain and the best possible way to solve it. Dr. Donath will explain to you all your possible options along with his recomendations so you can make the best choice for YOU.
Why Limited To 17? Dr. Donath has limited the number he will accept right now to 17 because he does not believe patients should wait and they should also get the quality personal attention they deserve. When you go for your free visit, I’m sure you will see how unique and pleasant the experience is. It’s nice to be treated like a person and not a number or based on insurance coverage. It’s also nice to know exactly what’s causing your pain and how to relieve it as fast as possible. Dr. Donath’s favorite cases are the one’s that were able to cancel back surgery after only a handful of treatments. Dr. Donath also loves when a herniated disc patient that is in excruciating pain and thinks they’ve tried everything, lays down on the NSSD table, takes a 25 minute nap… and… wakes up with all their pain GONE! Just imagine how it would feel to have all your pain finally gone. Imagine going to bed and being able to sleep the entire night through… … and waking up refreshed and energized… ready to take on the brand new day – without the pain and stiffness that has been terrorizing you. And imagine finally knowing you have the solution to your herniated disc pain. Well, you may not have to just “imagine” anymore… because… NSSD might start relieving your pain… in just 25 minutes! So, if you’d like to see if you qualify and give this amazing technology a try for free… give Barbara a call at 914-259-8104 right now. Why wait one more day in pain when the solution may be one quick phone call away? Call now before someone else gets your free spot. One More Thing It’s Important… Ever since getting this wonderful technology, Dr. Donath’s office has been flooded with calls. For that reason, if when you call, the lines are busy or you go to voice mail… just keep calling back. The possibility of living pain-free is well worth the time and effort it may take you to get through and schedule your appointment. 914-259-8104
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• The symptoms of heart disease can be different in women and are often silent, hidden or misunderstood.
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Why Go Red? With the right information, education and care, heart disease in women can be treated, prevented and even wiped out. Women who Go Red are more likely to make healthy choices:
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Celebrate National Wear Red Day with Go Red for Women Heart Disease is the number 1 killer They include: of Women in the United States, claim• 21 percent fewer women ing more lives than all forms of cancer. dying from heart disease In 2003, the American Heart • 23 percent more women Association and the National Heart, aware that it’s their No. 1 Lung and Blood Institute took action health threat against a disease that was claiming the lives of nearly 500,000 American • Publishing of genderwomen each year – a disease that specific results, established women weren’t paying attention to. differences in symptoms and A disease they truly believed, and responses to medications, many still believe to this day, affects and women-specific photo credit: American Heart Association Go Red For Women. more men than women. guidelines for prevention Stemming from that action, National Wear Red Day was and treatment born. It’s held on the first Friday in February every year to • Legislation to help end gender disparities raise awareness about heart disease being the No. 1 killer of women. • But despite progress, women are still dying. They’re still And looking back on what has been accomplished, there unaware of their risks and the facts. It’s time to stand stronger, have been tremendous strides. speak louder and join the fight this National Wear Red Day.
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Laura Bell Bundy’s Story Congenital Heart Disease Survivor, Age 34, New York, NY Laura Bell Bundy is a country music recording artist and star of Broadway, television and film. She also has congenital heart disease and is a national volunteer for the American’ Heart Association’s Go Red For Women movement. As a part of the 2014-15 Go Red For Women “Real Women” national volunteers, Laura Bell Bundy is also an advocate for the cause. Ever since Laura Bell Bundy was 6 weeks old, she has been waiting for medical science to catch up. That’s how old she was when doctors discovered she has a congenital heart defect called Ventricular Septal Defect. It is one that many Americans have – a hole in the heart. Laura Bell has learned that there are different kinds of holes and different ways of repairing them. For her specific case, doctors must cut open her chest and crack open the rib cage to get to her heart. That is why she has been waiting.
“I know that one day medical research is going to figure out a better, easier way to fix this all-too-common problem. I still believe that,” she says. “However, I’m 33 now and I don’t think I can wait much longer.” While waiting for technology to catch up, there have been some scares along the way. Laura Bell’s parents raised her to believe anything was possible, so she has tried to live like she was uncompromised. This included running competitively in high school. Laura Bell recalls “I was running cross country in high school on a particularly hot day, and I literally passed out at the finish line. Everything turned out okay, but the experience taught me to be wary of my limits. I’m proud to say that I later finished seventh in the state of Kentucky in the 400 meters.”
“I’m also proud to say that my heart condition hasn’t stunted my career. I’ve been able to sing and dance in high-intensity Broadway plays,” she exclaims. “My overall fitness and health has probably helped my body withstand some of the effects of my condition.” Laura Bell clarifies, “But this isn’t about just me and my case. I think of all the others who could benefit from better detection, monitoring, treatment, repair and rehabilitation.” “I especially think of my grandmother – my dad’s mom. She died of a heart condition nobody knew that she had when she was 69 years old,” she says. Laura Bell emphasizes that medical research has come a long way in the last 30 years. She adds, “But we also know there is a long way still to go. I urge you to join the Go Red For Women movement and help us get there as quickly as possible.”
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Forme Urgent Care and Wellness Center Presents: “Free Fridays” – The Perfect Complement to Your New Year’s Resolutions As part of Forme Urgent Care and Wellness Center’s commitment to help keep everyone in the local community healthy, we are very proud to present our new “Free Fridays” program. Each week, we will offer a different complimentary service. Our schedule of events for the month of January can be found below. Please keep a close eye on our website: www.formeurgentcare.com for any changes. All services take place at Forme Urgent Care and Wellness Center’s White Plains location (7-11 South Broadway) and are available all day long from 7 am to 10 pm, unless otherwise noted. January 16 - B12 shots Feeling tired, weak and a little blue? Stop by Forme Urgent and Wellness Center on January 16th for your free B-12 shot! B-12 is a vital nutrient commonly found in meat, seafood and dairy products. Benefits of B-12 include an increase in metabolism and energy as well a mood booster. In addition to increasing your mood and energy, B-12 helps keep the nerves and cells in your body healthy and strong. As we get older, our ability to absorb B-12 for our bodies decreases and if we aren't eating a balanced diet of meat, seafood and dairy, our B-12 levels can be relatively low. A B-12 shot is just what the doctor ordered to help keep your energy and cell levels up and healthy! January 23 - Free Blood Pressure & Glucose Testing How often do you and your family have your blood pressure checked professionally? Once a year at your annual checkup is usually the answer. However, one-third of the population has high blood pressure, but millions don’t know it! Smoking, weight gain, stress, genetics, changes in diet and alcohol consumption are all factors contributing to high blood pressure. A healthy level can lower risk of stroke, heart disease and kidney disease. Also, eighty million Americans are living with diabetes and don’t know it! As sugar builds up in your body, it scrapes away at the walls of your arteries, leaving them severely weakened. Stop by Forme Urgent Care and Wellness Center on January 23rd to receive an accurate diagnosis of your blood pressure and glucose level. Our highly trained professionals will educate you on what is normal for your body type and how to control your blood pressure and glucose levels. January 30 – Sex Education Parents can visit Forme to pick up a booklet detailing how to teach their child about sex education. Forme has put together a pamphlet of information on how to navigate through the SexEdLibrary. The pamphlet will provide an overview on ways to approach this conversation and all the different subjects that are available for a comprehensive understanding. The SexEdLibrary provides access to lesson plans covering virtually every topic related to sexuality, and also provides background information on topics vital to all sexuality educators. This valuable resource is a project of SIECUS (the Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States), an advocate for the right of all people to have accurate information, comprehensive education about sexuality, and sexual health services.
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The Importance of Elder Law: You must protect your assets, family and future now! For nearly 30 years, practicing law has been Ely Rosenzveig’s passion. His inspiration? That comes from, among other things, his life experiences, the people he has met, and the clients he works with every day. The widow who didn’t have a will and was concerned about her financial future. The family that was reeling from health issues impacting their elderly loved ones without any planning in place to address their needs, leaving them with the prospect of exorbitantly expensive care needs. Ely Rosenzveig was a rabbi in Westchester County. The plight of some in his congregation moved him to practice elder law and trust and estate planning. He would become a senior partner at one of the foremost elder law firms in the country, but left to join hands with his son, Ariel. “I really jumped at the opportunity to work in this area of law,” Ely Rosenzveig said. “I think it’s special kind of work. To help people and work with your son is incredibly rewarding. Ariel is a great asset – a wonderful and gifted young attorney.” The law firm of Ely J. Rosenzveig & Associates, P.C. in White Plains practices in all areas of elder law, including trust and
estate planning, administration, and litigation, tax counsel, asset protection and special needs planning, Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security disability benefits, guardianships, long term care planning, spousal recovery claims, and Medicaid lien resolutions. Father and son pride themselves on an unyielding commitment to the zealous advocacy of their clients’ interests. Estate planning is one of the most important steps any person can take to make sure that their final property and health care wishes are honored, and that loved ones are provided for in their absence. A comprehensive estate plan can resolve a number of legal questions that arise whenever anyone dies. Appropriate estate and Medicaid planning can help preserve assets, reduce taxes, and help individuals qualify for Medicaid. “People don’t want to talk about illness and death,” Ariel Rosenzveig said. “It’s a tough subject. People are reluctant, but the type of measures that we implement for our clients can save them and their loved ones a lot of money. Proper planning will help provide financial and emotional security for all involved.”
The firm is very experienced in making sure that those eligible for Medicaid and Medicare get the benefits they deserve. Ely J. Rosenzveig & Associates, P.C. has been very successful in negotiating the complex bureaucratic minefield in which Medicaid is now mired, a dynamic only exacerbated with the passage of the Deficit reduction Act of 2006, and the new rules regarding the look-back requirements, and penalty period calculations for non-Medicaid exempt asset transfers. The firm has achieved remarkable results for clients on a host of Medicaid related issues, from getting Medicaid approvals for coverage of home care and institutional care benefits, to very accommodative resolutions of Medicaid spousal recovery claims, where the office of Medicaid aggressively pursues the non-institutionalized (i.e., or “community”) spouse for Medicaid benefits provided. No matter what the case, Ely J. Rosenzveig & Associates, P.C. prides itself on working with each client individually, catering to each one’s diverse needs. Estate planning should begin at a young age with a will, health care proxy, living
will and durable power of attorney. As you grow older and accumulate assets, it is especially important that you speak with an experience elder law attorney issues pertaining to issues concerning Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, and further estate planning. Elder law is about more than just saving money. When viewed properly, elder law is about two major things: First, ensuring that your personal wishes — financial, medical, and legal — are carried out; and second, understanding that elder law is a family matter affecting an intricate web of individual relationships. Knowing that your potential long-term care needs have already been addressed frees you and your family from needless worry. And Ely and Ariel Rosenzveig are there to help their cherished clients every step of the way. “We want every client to feel like they are our only client,” Ely Rosenzveig said. “We are totally committed to ensuring that we be fully responsive to our clients’ every need. For us, this is tremendously rewarding. It is the very reason why we have become elder law attorneys.”
Heart Attack Signs in
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Westchester Neurological Consultants, PC Premier Neurological Care 970 N. Broadway, Suite 107 Yonkers, NY 10701
T: (914) 966-0505 F: (914) 966-0515 www.westchesterneuro.com Westchester Neurological Consultants, where we serve the greater New York City community with world-class patient care. Our multidisciplinary experts offer a comprehensive approach with advanced diagnostic and treatment services for all neurologic conditions. We remain dedicated to compassionate and empathetic care while achieving optimal neurologic outcomes. Our team of friendly and passionate professionals is committed to providing expert neurologic care through advanced training and the latest technologies, all in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. We take pride in attentively guiding our patients through their challenging diagnosis and treatment. Emad Soliman, M.D., Ms.C. Chief of Neurlogy, St. Johns Riverside Hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center Manjeet Singh-Dhallu, M.D. Director of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases Rishi Batra, M.D. Director of Neuromuscular Disorders Brijesh Malkani, M.D. Director of Sleep Medicine
1. Uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain in the center of your chest. It lasts more than a few minutes, or goes away and comes back.
Calvin Natanzon, M.D. Director of Epilepsy
2. Pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach.
Gina Guarneri, ACNP-BC Pain Management and Neurology Nurse Practioner
3. Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort. 4. Other signs such as breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness. 5. As with men, women’s most common heart attack symptom is chest pain or discomfort. But women are somewhat more likely than men to experience some of the other common symptoms, particularly shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting and back or jaw pain. If you have any of these signs, don’t wait more than five minutes before calling for help. Call 9-1-1 and get to a hospital right away. More than 80% of heart disease in women is preventable by simple lifestyle changes. Learn more about preventing heart disease in women at www.goredforwomen.org.
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Stroke Survivor: Monica Garrigan of Yorktown Heights Monica Garrigan of Yorktown Heights resembles many working moms. She was busy, tired, running around with errands, work and children’s school and sports activities. Last June, when she experienced seemingly benign symptoms like fatigue, vision problems and ear tinnitus, she passed them off as the by-product of a too-busy life. When two red flag symptoms – arm weakness and memory loss – caused her to have a fender bender while she was driving to work, her friend, an eye doctor, told her to get to the hospital right away because she was probably having a stroke. Her friend was right. A CAT-scan showed she’d had a stroke. Lucky for the 51-year old Garrigan, she got help immediately when symptoms occurred. But far too many women don’t recognize the signs or don’t take action quickly enough to avoid permanent disability, like paralysis and memory loss, or even death.
Women Stroke Facts
Source: American Stroke Association, Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics – 2014 Update
Monica Garrigan, right, with her family.
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“I didn’t fit the profile. I live a fairly healthy lifestyle, eat healthy food and I’m active. But I had a 70% blocked artery in my brain,” she said, “I considered myself one of the luckiest people alive. It’s incredibly important to know the symptoms. Getting help fast can increase survival and reduce permanent disability.”
• About 55,000 more women than men have a stroke each year. • Stroke is the • No. 3 cause of death for women in the U.S. • No. 5 cause of death for men in the U.S. • Women accounted for almost 60 percent of U.S. stroke deaths in 2010, the most recent year statistics are available. • Number of stroke deaths in 2010: • Women: 77,109 • Men: 52,367
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FACE DROOPING — Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile. Is the person’s smile uneven?
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BEYOND F.A.S.T. — OTHER SYMPTOMS YOU SHOULD KNOW — Sudden numbness or weakness of the leg, sudden confusion or trouble understanding, sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes, sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or loss of coordination and/or sudden severe headache with no known cause.
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Preventing heart disease begins at home, in your kitchen Each year, one in three women die of heart disease and stroke. But we can change that because 80 percent of cardiac events can be prevented with education and lifestyle changes. And the kitchen is a great place to start. Go Red Por Tu Corazón is a bilingual movement to raise awareness of heart disease among Hispanic and Latina women. The focus is on making healthy eating choices for ourselves and those we love. One of those choices should be having more meals at home. Cooking at home allows you to make healthier foods for you and your family—and save money! For more recipes and information, plus a free red dress pin, visit GoRedCorazon.org or call 1-888-474-VIVE.
TRY THIS HEART-HEALTHY RECIPE FROM THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION.
BBQ Glazed Chicken Tenders
4 servings ($2.17/serving) Prep time: 20 minutes; cook time: 25 minutes Cooking spray 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken tenderloins 1/2 cup barbeque sauce (lowest sodium available) 1/2 cup no-sugar added orange marmalade or grape jam/jelly
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1. Trim visible fat from chicken and pat dry.
2. Spray skillet with cooking spray and turn to medium-high heat. Add chicken to skillet, cook 4 minutes, flip chicken and cook an additional 3-4 no longer pink. minutes until 3. In a small bowl mix bbq sauce and marmalade. Microwave covered at 60% power for 40 seconds. Use a spoon to spread sauce evenly over chicken tenders. Recipe copyright © 2014 American Heart Association. This recipe is brought to you by the American Heart Association’s Simple Cooking with Heart® Program. For more simple, quick and affordable recipes, visit heart.org/simplecooking.
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Phelps Cuts Ribbon on New SurgiCenter Imagine a brand new operating suite with five spacious, state-of-the-art operating rooms, complete with the latest surgical equipment and comfortable private patient rooms – many with a scenic Hudson River view. That’s the latest development at Phelps Memorial Hospital Center in Sleepy Hollow, where a 20,163-square-foot surgical suite has just opened on the third floor of the 755 Medical Services Building. “Many Phelps surgeons and staff members were consulted about the design and capabilities of the new facility,” said Richard Sinni, of Irvington, chairman of the hospital’s board, at a recent ribbon-cutting for the SurgiCenter. “The end result reflects the best ideas for creating an optimal environment for patients, clinical staff and changing technology.” Called the Phelps SurgiCenter, the facility was designed for both inpatient and outpatient surgery. It is connected to the main hospital by a 200-foot-long enclosed bridge, permitting quick access to the full capabilities of the hospital and medical subspecialists. Proximity to the hospital ensures a level of safety that is not available at free-standing surgery centers. “Freestanding surgery centers do not routinely have cardiologists, pulmonologists and internists standing nearby,” explains Richard Peress, MD, spine surgery
specialist and Director of Surgery. “While patients who are seriously ill or need complex surgery cannot be treated at a freestanding surgery center, they can be safely cared for in the SurgiCenter.” The operating rooms have state-of-the-art technology suspended from booms that can be easily moved above the operating tables for exact positioning. There is a video system connected to a central computer station that can transmit CAT scan, MRI, fluoroscopic or X-ray images to any of the monitors in the ORs. A patient’s vital signs and real-time surgical images are also displayed, ensuring that everyone involved in the course of surgery is fully apprised of its progress. The new SurgiCenter enables family members and friends of surgical patients to be informed about the patient’s status. Real-time updates on a patient’s location and progress throughout the surgical process are displayed on a digital screen in the waiting room. Phelps is one of only a few hospitals in New York State to have this system. Text message updates can also be provided to individuals on the hospital campus – or anywhere in the world. In addition, the system has a display for the surgical team that posts operating room schedules, patient status and “flags” regarding a patient’s special circumstances.
“What we have created is a surgical facility that is not only designed for tomorrow’s technology, but provides patients with unsurpassed comfort and privacy,” said Daniel Blum, President of Phelps. Unlike the patient rooms at freestanding surgery centers, which are usually separated simply by curtains, the SurgiCenter features 17 rooms with solid walls and sliding glass doors. Soft, low lighting illuminates the patient’s bed, with brighter spot lighting for visitors to read or use electronic devices. The décor in the SurgiCenter is a combination of contemporary and traditional, creating an overall timeless, elegant look. The space was designed to be very welcoming, comforting and warm. It includes a stone accent wall in the reception area, wall coverings in natural tones, and dark wood doors and trim throughout. From an environmental standpoint, steps were taken to incorporate “green” features in the facility. Lighting fixtures are highly energy efficient. Some of the construction materials have recycled content, including quartz countertops that are certified for indoor air quality. An environmentally friendly waste disposal system fully cleanses surgical waste water, uses reusable plastic containers and does not contribute to landfill. Designed by HCP Architects, the SurgiCenter was constructed by BBL Construction Services, which also built the Phelps Medical Services Building in 2007.
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2015 Higher Limits for HSA Contributions By Andrew J. Cavaliere, CLTC
The 2015 limits on contribution and out-of-pocket spending amounts for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and for the High-Deductible Health Plans (HDHPs) were increased again this year by the IRS. The IRS provided the inflation-adjusted HSA contribution, HDHP minimum deductible and out-of-pocket limits for 2015. The higher rates reflect the cost-of-living adjustment and rounding rules of Internal Revenue Code section 223. A comparison of the 2014 and 2015 limits is shown below:
Contribution and Out-of-Pocket Limits for Health Savings Accounts and for High-Deductible Health Plans For 2014
For 2015
Individual: $3,300 Family: $6,550
Individual: $3,350 Family: $6,650
$1,000
$1,000
HDHP minimum deductible amounts
Individual: $1,250 Family: $2,500
Individual: $1,300 Family: $2,600
HDHP maximum out-of-pocket amounts (deductibles, co-payments and other amounts, but not premiums)
Individual: $6,350 Family: $12,700
Individual: $6,450 Family: $12,900
HSA contribution limit (employer and/or employee) HSA catch-up contributions (age 55 or older)*
* Catch-up contributions can be made any time during the year in which the HSA participant turns 55.
Here are some important points regarding HSAs and the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: HSA penalties for nonqualified expenses Effective Jan. 1, 2011, the penalty for using HSA funds for nonqualified medical expenses for those under the age of 65 (unless totally and permanently disabled) increased from 10 percent to 20 percent of the funds used for nonqualified expenses. Funds spent for nonqualified purposes also are subject to income tax. HSAs and coverage of adult children under age 26 While the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) allows parents to add their adult children (up to age 26) to their health plans, the IRS has not changed its definition of a dependent for health savings accounts. This means that an employee whose 24-year-old child is covered on their HSA-qualified high-deductible health plan is not eligible to use HSA funds to pay for medical bills for that 24-year-old. If account holders can't claim a child as a dependent on their tax returns, then they can't spend HSA dollars on services provided to that child. According to the IRS definition, a dependent is a qualifying child who: • Has same principal place of abode as the covered employee for more than one-half of the taxable year. • Has not provided over one-half of their own support during the taxable year. • Is not yet age 19 (or not yet age 24 if a student) at the end of the tax year • Is permanently and totally disabled. For more information about Health Savings Accounts, please call Andrew J. Cavaliere, CLTC at 914-682-2190 or toll free at 877-676-9900. Andrew is certified in Long-Term Care (CLTC) from the Corporation for Long-Term Care Certification, Inc. Andrew is a member in good standing of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), which is the premier Association of financial professionals nationally. Andrew’s offices are located at 50 Main Street, White Plains, NY 10606 and at 500 West Putnam Ave, Greenwich CT 06831.
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So…How’s that New Year’s resolution going? Save the date: February 7th. That’s the day of the dreaded fitness fall off. At least, according to Gold’s Gym: They went through three years of gym member check-ins at locations across America, and found that 38 days after the ball drops is when people start to give up on their New Year’s resolutions. We have a few suggestions to stay on track this year: Make exercise work for you: It’s all about finding the enjoyment in it. Find an exercise that meshes with your personality. Don’t assume that you need to become a long distance runner to get fit. If you can’t stand running, then figure out what you do enjoy. Really look at your personality, and be realistic about what goes along with it. It’s all about problem solving: Where diet and exercise are concerned, don’t just assume that you’ll fall into new patterns without encountering roadblocks. We ask: How come in every other portion of your life, you solve problems and map it out? But when it comes to dieting and nutrition, you immediately throw in the towel when it doesn’t work? You can do it. Watch your mouth: Certain words can trigger a resolution lapse. The term “deserve” is one prime example: You start saying, ‘I deserve to go to happy hour and eat fried Snickers and drink martinis. If you find yourself reinforcing good behavior with indulgences—too many glasses of wine, too few weekly workouts—because you “deserve them” catch yourself before you derail. Fuel yourself: The worst food decisions happen when you’re starving. Carrying nutritious snacks to prevent the kinds of poor nutritional choices that can accompany growling hunger. And before you nosh, consider what you’re about to eat: People don’t think about whether a food is going to make them sleepy, really full, or crave something else.
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Resource Directory Adult Day Health Center JewishHome Lifecare / Sarah neuman Center 845 Palmer Avenue, Mamaroneck, NY 10543 phone: (914) 864-5800 www.jewishhome.org
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Earn an advanced certificate or an M.B.A. degree in the growing field of healthcare management at Long Island University’s Hudson Graduate Center at Westchester. Demand for healthcare managers with business skills has never been greater. Responding to this need, Long Island University has launched a new Healthcare Sector Management program, offering two graduate study options in the field of healthcare administration. After completing your advanced certificate or your M.B.A. at the University’s Hudson Graduate Center at Westchester, you will be prepared to advance in middle and upper management positions in the healthcare industry. Option A: The Advanced Certificate in Healthcare Sector Management Enhance your credentials by enrolling in the advanced certificate program. Certificate candidates will complete four healthcare sector management courses for a total of 12 graduate credits on a part-time basis in just two semesters. Option B:The M.B.A. Degree with a Healthcare Sector Management Concentration Students in the M.B.A. program follow the standard 48credit curriculum, normally completed by part-time students over a 24-month period, with a focus on leadership in healthcare organizations. The Healthcare Sector Management Program will be offered at Long Island University’s Hudson Graduate Center at Westchester, located on the grounds of Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase, N.Y. Courses are offered on weekday evenings and on Saturdays. “The healthcare management field is one of the few sectors of our economy we know will continue to grow significantly over the next five years,” according to Dr. Lynn Gunnar Johnson, director of the M.B.A. Healthcare Sector Management program. For more information, please contact the Admissions Department at 914-831-2700 or Westchester@liu.edu. Long Island University Hudson Graduate Center at Westchester 735 Anderson Hill Rd. Purchase, NY 10577
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ELDER LAW ATTORNEYS WHO CARE AND GET RESULTS Frequently, individuals who need long-term care, and their families, must confront the fact that the ruinous costs of home care, or nursing home care, will soon deplete their life’s savings, often leaving them, their spouses, and other family members in dire circumstances. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Lamson & Cutner, one of New York’s preeminent Elder Law firms, can show you how proper and ethical tools and strategies will allow you to obtain the care that you need from Medicaid, while preserving your money, investments, and property. Make an informed decision about your future. Call now for an in-depth consultation, where you will receive sophisticated and thorough advice, and straightforward answers to all your questions.
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For a sugar-free Valentine’s Day… If your loved one has diabetes, go easy on the Valentine's Day candy, the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists advises. For the 25.8 million adults in the United States with diabetes, Valentine's Day sweets could cause an unhealthy spike in blood sugar levels, according to the association. Rather than loading up on sweets, the group's physicians recommend a small package of handmade truffles for diabetics who can safely work a bit of sugar into their diet. Chocolate, they said, is metabolized more slowly than other types of candy and won't increase blood sugar levels as quickly. Also, by learning about diabetes and thinking ahead, there are other ways you can show your love for someone with diabetes on Valentine's Day, including: Opt for low-carb candy: Candy makers have low-carbohydrate versions of popular Valentine's Day gifts. Still, it's a good idea to limit portion sizes of these candies. Although many are labeled "sugar-free," they have calories that affect blood sugar levels differently. Be mindful of: hidden carbs: Aside from sugar, ingredients that can cause blood sugar levels to rise quickly include potatoes, white rice and white flour. Just because a baked good is made with a sugar substitute doesn't mean it's an appropriate gift. Desserts that contain white flour, dried fruit, honey, corn syrup and agave nectar are not a good choice for people with diabetes. Be creative and cook: Instead of offering a box of candy, one way you can show your love to a person who has diabetes is to prepare a home-cooked meal. This way you can offer them a meal that is sure to meet their dietary restrictions.
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If you want to spend some intimate time with your partner, why not use an aphrodisiac to help get things going? For centuries, aphrodisiacs have been utilized to help set the mood in certain situations.
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1. Oysters The significant amount of zinc in oysters could increase the production of testosterone, which in turn increases sex drive. Oysters may also boost the production of dopamine thanks to the fact that they contain a nutrient called tyrosine. These heightened levels of dopamine may also increase libido.
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2. Nutmeg Some of the uses of nutmeg come in handy when you want to increase your sex drive. For instance, nutmeg may increase blood flow by stimulating the circulatory system and act as a mild painkiller.
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3. Chocolate This sweet treat has been shown in several studies to improve overall mood and relieve stress, so it's association with an increased sex drive makes sense. If you want to try chocolate as a natural aphrodisiac, give dark chocolate a try; this type of chocolate contains phenylethylamine, which could improve your mood, increase your serotonin levels and give you a kick of caffeine. 4. Mead This fermented drink, which is crafted from a mixture of honey, berries, spices and water, has long been associated with fertility, due to the belief that it increases sexual desire. Some of the increased libido could be attributed to the alcohol content, it also contain B vitamins, which are needed to produce testosterone. 5. Scent Many studies on scent and libido have been completed and results show that certain smells have a tendency to increase blood flow to the sex organs. For men, the most enticing smells were lavender and pumpkin pie. For women, the odd combination of licorice and cucumber was found to be the sexiest.
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Louis L. Harris promoted to Chief Operating Officer at Dominican Sisters Family Health Service, Inc. Dominican Sisters Family Health Service, Inc., a leading visiting nurse service providing home healthcare, has announced that Dr. Louis L. Harris has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer. Harris brings more than 35 years of experience with success in the area of clinical and operational services for specialized populations. “We are pleased to bring an additional level of expertise to our executive team here at Dominican Sisters Family Health Service,” said Mary Zagajeski, President/CEO of Dominican Sisters Family Health Service. “Lou’s leadership and experience will help lead us in further developing and redefining our organization in family focused home care.” Prior to being named COO, Harris served as Vice President of Clinical Operations and before that, he was the head of Physical Therapy at Dominican Sisters Family Health Service. In his new role, Harris will
report directly to the Chief Executive Officer, and be primarily responsible for the administration of operations, establishment of performance goals and objectives, allocation of resources and assessment of DSFHS policy and procedures for the Facility, Senior Housing and Home Care. Harris’ background also includes a position as Senior Administrator for Network Development and Planning at Burke Rehabilitation Center in White Plains, and Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. A fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives, Harris has presented several abstracts concerning management strategies and has published throughout his career. In 1993 and 2001, he was featured in Rehab Management magazine for his work both at Hospital for Special Surgery and Burke.
Dominican Sisters Family Health Service is a community-based Joint Commission Certified Home Health Agency providing home nursing care and health related services in the Greater New York Metro Area and Hudson Valley and Long Island. DSFHS currently serves Westchester, Bronx, Suffolk, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Nassau, Putnam, Rockland and Orange. DSFHS traces its roots back to 1879 when Mary Walsh and a dedicated group of women living and working on New York City’s West Side began helping immigrant mothers care for infants and sick family members. In 1966, the organization received certification as a home health agency, and in 1974, DSFHS was established in a separate incorporation as a community-based, certified, non-profit home health agency. For more information visit www.dsfhs.org
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Career Opportunities Dominican Sisters Family Health Service, Inc., one of New York’s premier home care agencies, is committed to providing exceptional care for our patients in the comfort of their home. We create an atmosphere of learning and development for our healthcare professionals. Due to our exciting growth plan, we are expanding our services into Putnam, Rockland, Orange, NYC (all 5 boroughs) and Nassau counties. There are excellent career opportunities for RNs/Pediatrics & Adults, Nurse Liaisons, PTs, OTs, SLPs and Social Workers. We offer a professional work environment and a competitive salary and benefits package.
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A sweet little “J Lo” was the first baby born in Westchester County in 2015, making her New Year’s Day appearance at 12:27 am at Phelps Memorial Hospital Center. Little Jennifer Lopez, weighing in at 6 lbs 6 oz and measuring 18.25 inches long, was born to Florinda Miranda and Filadelpho Lopez of Mamaroneck. The proud parents put a crown on their new princess and smiled happily for photographers! For more information visit www.phelpshospital.org.
Please send resume and cover letter to: careers@dsfhs.org or fax to 914-941-4787 Also visit us at www.dsfhs.org. DSFHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome diversity.
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What do doctors do to treat their own pain? As a board-certified internist who has been in practice for over 13 years, I spend much of my time attempting to alleviate the pain and suffering of my patients. As a clinician, one of the biggest challenges I face is helping my patients deal with musculoskeletal and neuropathic pain syndromes—those all-too-common, yet frequently debilitating ailments caused by bad backs, pinched nerves, arthritis, and the like. Unfortunately, much of what I have to offer my patients boils down to the following: take a pain pill, stretch if you can, wait, and hope for the best. After a failed trial of “conservative” therapy a call might go out to the orthopedic surgeon for assistance; a truly satisfactory result is not common. The simple fact is that physicians are not well trained to deal with musculoskeletal pain, and patients can suffer as a result. Thankfully, my views on this topic have been turned completely upside down since I havepersonally discovered Dr. Jonathan Donath’s outstanding practice. After beginning a vigorous exercise regimen I started to experience awful neck and upper back pain, accompanied by numbness and tingling down my left arm and fingers. For weeks I tried to nurse the pain with non steroidal anti-inflammatory medication, but the pain persisted and got to the point that I was almost unable to work, sleep, or most importantly, play guitar. I wasliterally in tears from the excruciating pain. A neurosurgeon diagnosed a herniated disc and pinched nerve in my neck and offered to decompress it with an operation. In desperation I called Dr. Donath instead. My visit to Dr. Donath’s office was an outstanding experience. He spent about an hour with me and combined multiple modalities to fix the herniated disc in my neck: deep massage, active release techniques, traditional manipulation, cold therapy, and finally spinal decompression. After that first hour with Dr. Donath my pain had decreased from a 10/10 down to a manageable 4/10, and I was able to comfortably move my head and neck. That very night I was able to play guitar again. Two days later I went back for another series of treatments and the pain decreased even further. After about five days the pain was absolutely gone. Unbelievable! Since then he has used the same wonderful techniques to help me overcome painful bouts of sciatica as well. My own patients and family members have become “believers” in Dr. Donath’s abilities as well--- the results he achieves are real and lasting. He is my go to guy for the majority of musculoskeletal and neuropathic pain syndromes that I now realize are truly treatable. Dr. Robert Sidlow MD, Associate Professor of Medicine at Albert Einstein College of Medicine
I am a pediatrician and in my work, I have to bend down a lot and I’m constantly lifting kids. I usually have one to three bad flare ups of low back pain every year. When my back would "go out", I could barely walk to the bathroom and would have to lie down in bed for a few days. I have tried everything: doing nothing and "toughing it out", muscle relaxants, physical therapy, chiropractic, therapeutic massage, and even painful steroid injections. Nothing worked. When I moved to Westchester, I met Dr. Jonathan Donath. In just a couple of sessions with Dr. Donath, the pain completely disappeared. If it hadn't happened to me, I wouldn't have believed it. During my last flare up, I was expecting to be on my back for 2-3 days and in pain for 2 weeks. Instead, after one session with Dr. Donath, I was able to walk; two more sessions and I was fine. I could walk, bend down and I had almost no pain. Since that last back episode, Dr. Donath has helped me with my tendonitis in my right hand and with my chronic knee problems. I recommend Dr. Donath to everyone with back, muscle or joint pain. Even if you have not had relief with other treatments and other Chiropractors, give Dr. Donath a chance. I did and he changed my life. Eugene Dinkevich MD, Mount Vernon, NY It’s my great pleasure to write about Westchester Spinal Decompression Center. I really don’t have words to express my feelings about the care I got in last 3 months. I was almost handicapped, living with terrible pain all the time, crippling my day to day life. I am a medical doctor and work in a hospital with all sorts of amazing physicians, but after seeing a physical therapist, getting epidural steroids injections, many orthopedists and neurosurgeons, finally my destination lead me to see Dr Jonathan Donath. With great skepticism, I lied down for spinal decompression therapy. It was unbelievable that after only two initial sessions, my radiating pain down my leg had almost disappeared. Gradually, I started getting better, started doing exercises that they gave me midway through the treatment. Now, I am doing all my daily activities without any pain. I highly recommend Dr Jonathan and his colleague Dr Kavita for any problems related to the musculoskeletal system, you will definitely feel at home and will get better. Dr. Pankaj Jain, M.D New York, NY Dr. Jonathan Donath DC, MS, Clinic Director Joint Effort Chiropractic / Westchester Spinal Decompression Center www.jointeffortchiro.com www.westchesterpainrelief.com
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