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Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine Feb 20th, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus.But what...

Weight loss is not as simple as diet and exercise. Jul 10th, 2020

There are a large number of processes in our body that drive weight loss or weight gain. Obesity is a chronic medical disease just like hypertension etc. and can be managed by an intensive lifestyle intervention that may include FDA approved medications for weight loss. If your Body Mass Index...

Impacting Lives One Patient at a Time Jul 10th, 2020

Accepting new patients for primary care and weight loss.

WOMEN’S HEALTH FACTS Jul 10th, 2020

• More than 75% of women 40-60 years old have at least one risk factor for heart disease, the most common cause of death in women in the United States. • Almost one out of every two pregnancies is unplanned. Women should talk their doctor about family planning and birth...

TEAMS. WORK. WHERE HEALTH IS PRIMARY. Jul 10th, 2020

In primary care, teams of health professionals provide patients what they need when they need it in a coordinated setting. Family doctors work closely with team members to keep their patients healthy. Our team consists of Obesity Medicine Specialist, Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgeon, Registered Dietitians, Psychologist and more. Please call to...

DO I NEEDTO CHANGE WHAT I EAT? Jul 10th, 2020

If you answer yes to any of the following questions, you may need to talk about improving your nutrition with your doctor: Has your doctor talked with you about a medical problem or a risk factor, such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol? Did your doctor tell you that...

HOW DOES STRESS AFFECT MY EMOTIONS? Jul 10th, 2020

HOW DOES STRESS AFFECT MY EMOTIONS? Your body responds to stress by making stress hormones. These hormones help your body respond to situations of extreme need, such as when you are in danger. But when your body makes too many of these hormones for a long period of time, the...

ARE VACCINES SAFE? Jul 10th, 2020

Vaccines are generally quite safe. The protection provided by vaccines far outweighs the very small risk of serious problems. Vaccines have made many serious childhood diseases rare today. Talk to your family doctor if you have any questions.

WHAT CAUSES HYPERTENSION? Jul 10th, 2020

Several diferent things can cause hypertension. Your doctor can help you fnd out what might be causing yours. In general, there are 2 types of hypertension: • Primary hypertension, also called essential hypertension, is when there is no known cause for your high blood pressure. This type of blood pressure...

Men's Health facts Jul 10th, 2020

• Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men in the United States, killing 321,000 men in 2013—that’s 1 in every 4 male deaths. • Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men of most racial/ethnic groups in the United States, including African Americans, American Indians...

Why Vaccinate? Jul 10th, 2020

Each year thousands of adults in the United States suffer serious health problems from diseases that could be prevented by vaccines — some people are hospitalized, and some even die. Even if you were fully vaccinated as a child, the protection from some vaccines you received can wear off over...

EVERYBODY KNOWS YOUR NAME WHERE HEALTH IS PRIMARY. Jul 10th, 2020

Long-term relationships between doctors and patients build trust and lead to better outcomes.Family doctors work with their patients throughout their lives. We want to give all patients access to this kind of continuing care.Let’s make health primary in America. Learn more at healthisprimary.org.#MakeHealthPrimaryCall 732-662-5888 to schedule your primary care visit with...

Jersey Choice Top Docs 2019 Jul 10th, 2020

Congratulations!! Our bariatric surgery and medical weight loss practice has been featured in Jersey Choice Top Docs 2019!Proud of our team and this achievement.

AN ETERNITY OF FABULOUS. Jul 10th, 2020

Ask for the newest technology by name-Morpheus8AN ETERNITY OF FABULOUS.The underlying layers of the dermis are the building blocks to beautiful facial and body contours. Morph these building blocks with fractional skin treatments for a more natural and radiant looking contour.Call 732 662 5888 to learn more about MORPHEUS8

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Jul 10th, 2020

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome or PCOS affects us in so many ways including increased hair growth due to higher levels of androgens. Whereas there is no easy, fast fix for PCOS, safe and effective laser hair removal is an easy answer to the hirsuitism associated with polycystic ovaries. It takes very...

WHAT AREAS CAN BE TREATED? Jul 10th, 2020

Morpheus8 can be used on any areas thatcan benefit from sub-dermal renewal. Themost commonly treated areas include thelower face and neck. Areas of the face andbody that exhibit wrinkles, discoloration oracne scarring are suitable for treatment.

What to Look for in a Healthcare Provider Jul 10th, 2020

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Fall Special for Morpheus8 Jul 10th, 2020

Sometimes facial lines, wrinkles and the appearance of fat under the chin or jowls make us look older than we feel. Morpheus 8 is a novel device that performs fat contouring, tightens skin and improves skin tone and texture, all together in the office setting. Thinking about coming in for...

Obesity Jul 10th, 2020

Obesity is a battle against one's own Biology"Obesity is a chronic disease just like high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease etc. It is the major risk factor for over 200 disease processes and actually shortens our life spans. It is estimated that two-thirds of Americans are overweight or obese. Diet...

Where are you in your health journey? Jul 10th, 2020

Take a moment from your busy day to reflect.What health path are you on? What are your health goals? Did you want to work on lowering your cholesterol? Schedule an appointment? Go to therapy? Make time to exercise? Get that flu shot?Whatever your health goals are, take a step forward....

Telemedicine Jul 10th, 2020

For your safety and the safety of our personnel, we are transitioning to telemedicine visits for all your outpatient health needs. Please call the office to schedule your telemedicine visit or visit our website.