Vitamin D
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.
Learn to be a healthier you through Mather Hospital’s webinar series
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…
Treating radiation cystitis with hyperbaric oxygen therapy
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.
Warm sheet pan salad
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…
Halyna Chykyda, MD promoted to director of Hospital Medicine at Mather Hospital
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…
Richard Daly, NP named director of Advanced Clinical Practitioners at Mather Hospital
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…
Mather Hospital’s Choosing Wisely Committee honored for work on avoiding unnecessary tests and procedures
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…
Move over “quarantine 15,” now there’s “pandemic posture”
The pandemic continues to wreak havoc on everyone’s lives. Some of us may have gained the “quarantine 15,” some extra, unwanted pounds likely from the stress of self-isolation, lack of exercise and the desire for comfort foods. But have you heard of “pandemic posture?”
Change behaviors with SMART goals
By Helaine Krasner, MS, RDN, CSOWM, CDN The start of a New Year is a time when most of us reflect on how we’re doing and what we hope for in the future. It’s a natural time of assessment and self-reflection as well as an opportunity to consider our hopes and dreams. The New Year…
What you should know about screening for colorectal cancer
Colorectal cancer is one of the more common cancers in the U.S – Learn about the screening options available and the importance of early screenings.