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New York, NY, September 1, 2020 – New York Health (NY Health) is pleased to announce that Lauren B. Schulz, D.O., has joined its practice. Through a multi-specialty network of physicians, NY Health is one of the leading community healthcare practices treating a wide range of conditions. The NY Health Center for Urology features board-certified urologists in Manhattan, Queens, the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Suffolk County. Dr. Schulz will be practicing at 285 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10016. In a predominately male specialty, Dr. Schulz knew she wanted to be one of the very few women in the field. “I...

North Massapequa, NY, August 31, 2020- New York Health (NYHealth) is proud to announce that board-certified family practice physician, Michael J. DiGiovanna D.O., CPI will be joining its team of dedicated physicians. Dr. DiGiovanna will be practicing at 1061 North Broadway, Second Floor, North Massapequa, NY 11758. Dr. DiGiovanna is excited to be a part of a practice whose genuine interest is in helping physicians succeed and to deliver the best care possible to patients. NY Health’s initiative to highly professional, sensitive, and personalized care complements Dr. DiGiovanna’s goal to be the cornerstone of patients’ healthcare and the “quarterback” to...

When it comes to choosing a primary health care plan for you or your family, consider choosing family medicine! What is a Family Physician? Unlike other medical specialists who focus on treating a specific area of the body or disease, family physicians provide overall care to patients throughout all stages of their lives. Family physicians are experts in managing common complaints, educating on preventative care, diagnosing developing conditions or sickness, and managing chronic illness. They are the backbone of comprehensive healthcare and help ensure that you are healthy and get proper care and treatment at all times. Benefits of Family...

Glomerular disease is the inflammation of the glomeruli or the tiny blood vessels in your kidneys. These blood vessels work to filter and remove excess fluids or waste from your blood. When the glomeruli become inflamed, your kidneys stop properly functioning and kidney failure will likely occur if not treated immediately. Glomerular disease can happen quickly (acute) or slowly over time (chronic) and is a serious, life-threatening condition that can occur very suddenly (rapidly progressing). What Causes GN? The causes for GN depend on whether it’s acute or chronic: Acute GN In some cases, it can be caused by heavy...

Stony Brook, NY, July 3, 2020-New York Health is pleased to announce Badamkhand Baatarkhuu, MD has joined their nephrology team and will be practicing at 2500 NY-347 #14a, Stony Brook, NY 11790. Dr. Baatarkhuu has a special interest in peritoneal dialysis, hypertension, and CKD prevention. She manages the care of patients with acute kidney injury, glomerulonephritis, cystic kidney diseases, patients with acid-base, electrolyte derangement, kidney stones, end-stage kidney disease, and kidney transplant recipients. Dr. Baatarkhuu is affiliated with Bassett Healthcare Network in Cooperstown, NY and she has an academic affiliation as Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at Columbia University in...

  Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune and inflammatory disease, meaning that your immune system attacks healthy cells, most often the joints, by mistake. The joints that are most commonly affected are located in the hand, wrists, and knees and can cause serious pain. If you suffer from rheumatoid arthritis, your doctor may suggest treating you with JAK inhibitors. What Are JAK Inhibitors? Those who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis make too many proteins called cytokines which cause inflammation around the joints. JAK, short for “Janus kinase,” inhibitors block the messaging pathway between the cytokines that have attached to immune cells and...

Wading River, NY, June 25, 2020, - New York Health (NYHealth) is proud to announce the addition of one of Riverhead’s highest-rated family physicians, Dr. Vishnudat Seodat. To celebrate the opening of his new location, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Thursday, June 25, 2020, at 6144 Route 25 A, Suite #19, Wading River, NY 11792. Dr. Seodat is board certified in family medicine and is excited to be a part of NY Health’s commitment to the highest quality of comprehensive care. His passion for medicine represents an opportunity to bring NY Health’s inherent patient-centric focus to a new level...

Men’s Health Month is a time to create awareness on men’s health issues, promote healthy living, and to encourage routine doctor visits. One critical step many skip in the path to wellness is their primary care exams. Though it’s easy to only think of visiting a doctor when you’re sick, routine visits can help build a strong doctor/patient relationship, ultimately leading to better care. How Often Should I See My Primary Care Doctor? It would be best if you visited your primary care doctor for annual wellness exams once a year. As you age, and certain health risks increase, this...

May is ALS Awareness Month. ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. Amyotrophic means no muscle nourishment, leading to the muscle wasting away. ALS affects the spinal cord that identifies the nerve cells that signal and control where the muscles are located. When this degenerates, it leads to scarring or hardening, aka sclerosis. ALS usually occurs people between the ages of 40 and 70. It is estimated there are at least 16,000 Americans who have the disease at any given time. The progressive degeneration of the motor neurons...

May is recognized each year as National Arthritis Awareness Month. Arthritis is a disease that impacts more than 50 million Americans, making it the number one cause of disability in the country. It affects about one in four adults overall. That’s over 54 million men and women. There are some actions you can do to reduce your risk of arthritis. Walking has been shown to improve arthritis pain, fatigue, function, and quality of life. There is no better time to begin a walking program or recommit yourself to a walking routine than during Arthritis Awareness Month. All adults, including adults...