Life after weight loss surgery: a new beginning
“My life changed in so many ways. I’m a different person,” says Cindy after having gastric sleeve surgery with Dr. Arif Ahmad.
Caffeine confusion
By Daphne Baldwin Kornrich, MS, RDN, CSOWM, CDN I feel I can safely say that I am not alone in thinking that I need to start my workday with a cup of coffee. Is it the routine, the aroma, or just taking a moment to sip and enjoy? Sounds nice, but truly it’s about the…
Are you feeling dizzy?
Learn about treating vertigo, dizzy spells and other balance-related issues by registering for our webinar on vestibular rehabilitation.
Nursing-library study addressed stigmas regarding mental health and substance abuse
PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Mather Hospital AVP of Behavioral Health Denise Driscoll teamed up with the Comsewogue Public Library for a study on improving stigmatic perceptions by library personnel of individuals with mental illness and substance abuse issues. They were one of five New York State teams chosen by the New York Library Association’s Change…
Can exercise relieve your stress?
By Linda Folken, MS, RDN, CSOWN, CDN The short answer is yes! Research has shown that exercise increases a person’s overall health and feeling of well-being. This moves a person from the tensions of daily life into a more positive and centered state to take on whatever the day brings their way. If you decide…
Grilled eggplant rollatini
From your Bariatric Nutrition Team It’s summer and that means it’s time to lighten up a comfort food favorite. This grilled version of eggplant rollatini is a great summer comfort meal. Grilling the eggplant creates a perfect vessel for the cheesy filling. With its light smoky taste, you won’t be sacrificing any flavor. The only…
The future of cardiac care at Mather is here
Our new, state-of-the-art Cardiac Catheterization Lab is now open. Learn more about our new lab and what this means for advanced cardiac care in our community.
Mather’s graduate nurse residency program reaccredited with distinction
Mather Hospital’s New Graduate Nurse Transition to Practice program – also known as a nurse residency program – has been reaccredited with distinction for four years by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
Building healthy habits early on
By Erin Caraher RDN, CDN As children grow up, it’s important to teach them the value of a healthy lifestyle. Being a role model and demonstrating living a healthy lifestyle yourself is the best way to do so.
Maybe it’s your thyroid
The thyroid produces hormones that regulate many body functions, including metabolism and heart rate. Learn what happens when the thyroid malfunctions and what the available treatment options are.