Patients with chronic low back pain can suffer for many years, trying different therapies to relieve their pain. In the past, patients were often diagnosed with discogenic pain or spinal joint pain (originating from the disc or spine joints) – and treated with a course of care that focused on the joint or disc. However,…
By Linda Folken, MS, RDN, CSOWM, CDN Most often New Year resolutions are set with the best intentions. It’s a chance to choose what you want to work towards, like an intention or a goal. The top three of the most common New Year’s resolutions are exercise more, lose weight, and get organized.
PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Cardiac care at Mather Hospital took another step forward this week with the opening of our Electrophysiology (EP) Lab to assess and repair the heart’s electrical system and diagnose abnormal heartbeats (arrhythmia). “The Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab is an exciting addition at Mather Hospital that expands our ability to provide comprehensive…
By Erin Caraher, RDN, CDN Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays a very important role in our body. It is different from other vitamins because your body can make its own vitamin D when you expose your skin to the sunlight.
PORT JEFFERSON, NY – February is Go Red for Women/American Heart Month, and Mather Hospital’s free weekly HealthyU webinar series will present two heart healthy programs among our February offerings. All HealthyU programs are presented Tuesdays from 12-1pm. Register at www.matherhospital.org/healthyu for: Feb. 1 – Heart care that can save your life – Cardiologist…
Cancer treatments are necessary and lifesaving, but just like with any procedure or even medications, there is always some risk for complications or side effects.
From your bariatric nutrition team The start of the New Year is the perfect time to kickstart a new healthier version of you. For many of us, the holidays can take a toll on our healthy eating plans. With all the parties, gatherings, and over-indulging, you may be craving some light, wholesome, healthy meals. And…
PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Halyna Chykyda, MD has been named Director of Hospital Medicine at Mather Hospital. Dr. Chykyda has been an active member of the Medical Staff at Mather since 2018. She is a graduate of the Ternopol State Medical Academy (Ukraine) and began her medical career as an obstetrician/gynecologist in the Ukraine…
PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Richard Daly, NP has been named director of Advanced Clinical Providers (ACPs) at Mather Hospital where he oversees ACPs for the Hospitalist, Palliative Care and the Surgical PA Service along with the supervisory help of Barbara Sloma, PA, under the leadership of Dr. Mohamad Abouzeid. Mr. Daly has been at…
PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Mather Hospital’s Choosing Wisely Committee, was honored by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) as an ASCP 2021 Choosing Wisely Champion for its successful efforts to drive effective test utilization and reduce waste in health care. Established in 2016, the Choosing Wisely Committee reviews evidence-based guidelines to stimulate discussion about…