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In an effort to limit community spread of COVID-19, New York Kidney Specialists has adopted Telemedicine - the use of digital information and communication technologies, such as computers and mobile devices, to access and manage health care services remotely.  It is imperative during this public health emergency that patients avoid unnecessary travel which includes visits to physicians’ offices, clinics, hospitals, or other health care facilities where they could risk their own or others’ exposure to the illness. We understand this and are here to help all of our patients. Long before the COVID-19 pandemic, nephrology was one of the first...

Do you or a loved one have advanced CKD stage 4 or stage 5?  If so, it is essential to be educated on what this means to you and what treatment options are available. With the wellbeing of our patients in mind, at NY Kidney Specialists we offer a comprehensive kidney disease educational program (KDE), for patients with more advanced CKD (stages 4, estimated kidney function (eGFR )  = 15-30 cc/min and stage 5 CKD, eGFR = 10-15 cc/min). This program is led by physicians and skilled nurse practitioners. It is aimed to provide all necessary education to help you...

The physicians and staff at New York Kidney Specialists, a division of New York Health, are committed to the best quality kidney care. We strive for early diagnosis and treatment of kidney-related health conditions to prevent or postpone the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD) to kidney failure (end-stage renal disease) and its complications. If you or a loved one currently have CKD, provided is some information on this medical condition and steps which can be taken to reduce progression and complications. CKD results with gradual loss of kidney function. The purpose of the kidneys is to filter waste products...

At New York Health Center for Urology, our physicians are experts on low testosterone and male health disorders. They are able to diagnose the root of the problem and restore your vitality. Testosterone levels can decline naturally in men over their life, especially after their 40’s. Symptoms of low testosterone may be subtle and go unrecognized. Symptoms include: fatigue and reduced energy, low libido, loss of mental clarity, erectile dysfunction, weight gain body/facial hair loss, decreased muscle mass, depression, irritability, and anxiety There are many forms of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), including injections, topical skin and nasal gels, patches and...

  Patients with advanced kidney disease often face significant health challenges. This requires intensive care and education, ideally before kidney failure develops. Different treatment options are available when the kidney is failing such as dialysis and kidney transplantation. Unfortunately, there is a shortage of kidney transplants, so dialysis modalities are often used. Dialysis, in general, is a treatment that replaces the work of your kidneys to clear wastes and extra fluid from your body. Hemodialysis accomplishes this using a dialysis machine, and a filter called the dialyzer or artificial kidney. The dialysis machine pumps your blood through the dialysis system...

FOREST HILLS, NY (February 11, 2020)- New York Health is proud to announce that board-certified neurologist, Suman Reejsinghani, M.D. will be joining its team of dedicated physicians. Dr. Reejsinghani will be practicing at 108-37 71st Ave, Suite 2, Forest Hills, NY 11375.  Dr. Reejsinghani wanted to be a part of NY Health’s commitment to the highest quality of comprehensive care. His addition represents an opportunity to take NY Health’s inherit patient-centric focus to a new level. After completing his residency in Neurology at St.Vincent’s Hospital in Manhattan, Dr. Reejsinghani continued with his fellowship in EEG and EMG at Downstate University...

In recent years many dietary approaches aimed at a healthier life have emerged. Similarly, dietary approaches to improve health in people with diabetes, cardiovascular disease, Hypertension and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), are changing. When you have a kidney disorder, you need to have a kidney-friendly meal plan. Besides the medications you take, the amount of fluids, salt, nutrients, minerals and vitamins in your diet are very important not only to stay healthy but also for healing. • Chronic kidney disease (CKD) has gained epidemic proportions in the US and is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease. It often coexists...

The physicians and staff at New York Kidney Specialists are committed to providing the best quality kidney care available. What is Nephrology? Nephrology is a specialty of internal medicine that focuses on the treatment of diseases that affect the kidneys. Your two kidneys are below your ribcage on both sides of your spine. The kidneys have several vital functions, including removing waste and excess fluid from the blood, maintaining your body’s electrolyte balance, and releasing hormones with functions such as managing blood pressure. Who needs Nephrology? There are a variety of reasons why you would need to visit a nephrologist....

Urology is a complex specialty, involving many disorders needing to be addressed by highly-trained specialists. Urology is a part of health care that deals with diseases of the male and female urinary tract (kidneys, uterus, bladder, and urethra). It should be noted that in this complex, ever-changing field, there are different conditions and treatments between men and women. Male Urology- Prostate Conditions The prostate sits below the bladder, partially surrounding the urethra. As a man ages, the prostate can grow in size, leading to disorders such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostate cancer. We offer a variety of treatments...

At New York Health, we provide physical therapy services. Our physical therapy helps treat a variety of different conditions. We provide a specialty program for cancer rehabilitation. Cancer treatment may affect physical, social, psychological, and work-related abilities. Rehabilitation helps people regain these abilities and maintain independence. When someone is undergoing cancer treatment, physical therapy may not be the first healthcare field that comes to mind. Early cancer treatment is met with oncologists, radiologists, nurses, and surgeons. These healthcare practitioners are essential to the treatment and management of cancer. However, the role of physical therapy should be considered in cancer recovery....