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Find tips on health, medicine, nutrition, and more.Telemedicine Update–Covid-19 March 19
Telemedicine update David Schechter, MD on 03/19/2020 07:57 PM UTC , also Updated July 29, 2020 We are now offering telemedicine consults with audio and video via computer or smart phone. We use a simple link that you click on. No download required. Insurance is...
Coronavirus Epidemic– March 12
March 12 Covid-19 Coronavirus Epidemic David Schechter, MD on 03/12/2020 01:34 AM UTC To our patients, I know that you are getting flooded with information on this disease. It seems that every day recommendations are changing and more restrictions are coming...
Cold and flu season
What can you do this cold and flu season? Focus on Prevention: wash your hands before eating or before touching mouth or eyes. Get a flu shot. Stay hydrated. Travel as little as you can in airplanes; carry hand sanitizer with you on planes. What do you do if you get...
A new treatment option for chronic pain — neurostimulation–Stivax device
In my practice I treat people with chronic pain in a variety of ways. When possible we use mind-body approaches that typically avoid medication use. Some patients come in to the practice on strong pain medicine and I do my best to help these individuals lower or...
Is it safe to run when you’re sick?
Taking time off when you're sick doesn't mean missing your fitness goals Many people can find it tough to take a sick day when they're in the middle of training. Dr. Schechter was recently interviewed by MapMyRun Blog about when it is safe to run during and after an...
Brisk Walk
Exercise Benefits-- Brisk Walking "The Brisk Walk" A lot of my patients have a hard time integrating exercise into busy lifestyles with long hours working and often childcare responsibilities. One of my proposed solutions for this is the brisk walk. The ideal time...