When 70-year-old Barbara Meyer fell while getting into a pool nearly three years ago, she suffered a fracture dislocation of her shoulder. To repair it, Richard Savino, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at Long Island Bone & Joint, a division of Orlin & Cohen, working at Mather Hospital, put several pins in her joint, and although the fracture…
Smooth sailing How a hip replacement got this boat lover back on the water As soon as he saw the sleek, 22-foot fishing boat, Tom Ryan knew it was the buy of a lifetime. He immediately thought of all the places he and his wife could cruise to for fishing and clamming. But with a…
By Danielle Johnson RDN, CDN, RYT A change in season means a change in fresh, ripe produce. Fall provides plentiful produce to choose from, bursting with flavors and health benefits. Here is a list of common fall produce items and their nutrients
The stroke award recognizes the hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.
With screening at the Fortunato Breast Health Center, one patient found out about her aggressive cancer just in time to fight back.
Paint Port Pink is a month-long outreach by the Fortunato Breast Health Center at Mather Hospital with the mission of raising awareness about breast cancer, sharing information and education and fostering solidarity in the community.
By Barbara Broggelwirth MS, RDN, CDN Sarcopenia is a condition characterized by loss of skeletal muscle mass and function. Although it is primarily a disease of the elderly, its development may be associated with conditions that are not exclusively seen in older persons such as declines in activity, chronic illness, and poor nutrition. It is one…
PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Paint Port Pink, Mather Hospital’s annual month-long breast cancer awareness community outreach, kicks off on Oct. 1 with a lighting of pink lights by community partners in Port Jefferson and Port Jefferson Stations. One in eight women will develop breast cancer during their lifetime. In 2021. An estimated 281,550 new…
By Michelle Murdolo, MS, RD, CDN Self-compassion means being kind to ourselves when we’re confronted with our own personal suffering, failures and shortcomings. Instead of responding with judgement, we are gentle, caring and accepting of our own pain. This allows us to relate to others and the shared human experience without suffering from feelings of…
Crisp air, pumpkin spice everything, and autumn leaves. Although fall foliage is beautiful and colorful, dealing with the cleanup is usually everyone’s least favorite thing about the season. Raking, pruning plants, and getting rid of yard waste can be extremely strenuous. While your fall cleanup may feel like a chore, it is physical activity and…