Body mass index (BMI) is considered to be the "new" vital sign. Dr. Amit Trivedi, chair of surgery, and Dr. Sarah Wong, general/bariatric surgeon, talk about BMI and ways to optimize your health by choosing healthier lifestyle behaviors.
For more information about our bariatric program, visit pascackmedicalcenter.com/services/bariatric-and-metabolic-surgery
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Join Timothy O'Kelly, food operations manager, and Heiner Hidalgo, food services supervisor, as they demonstrate a variety of ways to make healthy food skewers.
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The purpose of Black Maternal Health Week is to raise awareness and activism and highlight reproductive rights that will improve the overall health of African American mothers. Dr. Nageada Jean talks more about some health disparities African American mothers may face and how important it is to advocate for the health and well-being of all women.
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Mammograms can be used to check for breast cancer in women who have no signs or symptoms of the disease. Mammography screenings are the best way to detect breast cancer in its earliest stages when treatment is most likely to be successful.
To schedule a mammogram at Pascack Valley Medical Center, please visit pascackmedicalcenter.com/services/womens-center.
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If working long hours from home has caused you to have back or neck pain, not having a supportive chair and poor posture could be a contributor.
Danielle Groves, Physiatrist, provides tips and techniques on how to avoid pain and suggestions for home office ergonomics for a comfortable working environment.
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Highlighting its nationally recognized achievements in patient safety and quality, Pascack Valley Medical center was named a Top General Hospital nationally by The Leapfrog Group. Announced today, the Leapfrog Top Hospital award is widely acknowledged as one of the most competitive awards American hospitals can receive. The Top Hospital designation is bestowed by The Leapfrog Group, a national watchdog organization of employers and other purchasers recognized as the toughest standard-setters for health care safety and quality.
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November is Alzheimer's Awareness Month. Our team of speech-language pathologists discusses signs and symptoms of Dementia and Alzheimer's, in addition to the treatment options available for cognition therapy offered here at Pascack Valley Medical Center.
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Joint pain is extremely common, especially as you age. Joint pain can affect any part of your body, from your ankles and feet to your shoulders and hands. Dr. Danielle Groves of Pascack Valley Medical Group discusses some common causes of joint pain and treatment.
For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Groves, visit Dr Groves' profile page.
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September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Nagaeda Jean, OB/GYN, FACOG, discusses how important it is to have yearly gynecological checkups and how to be an advocate for your own healthcare.
For more information about how to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jean, visit pascackmedicalgroup.com/providers/nagaeda-jean.
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