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Urgent Care Or ER? CareMount Medical Explains Where To Bring Your Child Urgent Care Or ER? CareMount Medical Explains Where To Bring Your Child
Urgent Care Or ER? CareMount Medical Explains Where To Bring Your Child It's late, your child is in visible pain and you're unsure whether the condition will worsen overnight. Most pediatricians practice standard business hours, while a hospital's emergency room can come with long wait times and a sizable bill. Thankfully, urgent care facilities are emerging as an attractive alternative for parents seeking after-hours treatment for non-life-threatening illnesses. "In hospital emergency departments, many of which are overwhelmed by patients seeking help for non-life-threatening problems, waits are often hours and costs are high," said Dr. Jill Ratner, a…

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Mahopac, NY
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This Fall, Don't Skip Your Child's Eye Exam Says CareMount Medical This Fall, Don't Skip Your Child's Eye Exam Says CareMount Medical
This Fall, Don't Skip Your Child's Eye Exam Says CareMount Medical With class back in session, fall is the ideal time to schedule a back-to-school eye exam. From books and papers to iPads and laptops, having healthy eyes can have a significant impact on a student's learning and prevent in-classroom struggles. "The purpose for a checkup is to identify and address any vision problems early on, before they may lead to learning problems and falling behind in school," said Dr. Hugh Sauer, an ophthalmologist at CareMount Medical. "This is especially important for children up to twelve years old, for whom the majority learning is done through sight.…

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This Fall, Don't Skip Your Child's Eye Exam Says CareMount Medical This Fall, Don't Skip Your Child's Eye Exam Says CareMount Medical
This Fall, Don't Skip Your Child's Eye Exam Says CareMount Medical With class back in session, fall is the ideal time to schedule a back-to-school eye exam. From books and papers to iPads and laptops, having healthy eyes can have a significant impact on a student's learning and prevent in-classroom struggles. "The purpose for a checkup is to identify and address any vision problems early on, before they may lead to learning problems and falling behind in school," said Dr. Hugh Sauer, an ophthalmologist at CareMount Medical. "This is especially important for children up to twelve years old, for whom the majority learning is done through sight.…

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This Fall, Don't Skip Your Child's Eye Exam Says CareMount Medical This Fall, Don't Skip Your Child's Eye Exam Says CareMount Medical
This Fall, Don't Skip Your Child's Eye Exam Says CareMount Medical With class back in session, fall is the ideal time to schedule a back-to-school eye exam. From books and papers to iPads and laptops, having healthy eyes can have a significant impact on a student's learning and prevent in-classroom struggles. "The purpose for a checkup is to identify and address any vision problems early on, before they may lead to learning problems and falling behind in school," said Dr. Hugh Sauer, an ophthalmologist at CareMount Medical. "This is especially important for children up to twelve years old, for whom the majority learning is done through sight.…

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Vascular Surgeon Joins White Plains Hospital Physician Associates Vascular Surgeon Joins White Plains Hospital Physician Associates
Vascular Surgeon Joins White Plains Hospital Physician Associates WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. --  Vascular surgeon Dr. Ratna Chandana Singh has joined White Plains Hospital, as one of the newest members of the hospital's growing Physician Associates team. After completing her undergraduate degree in Biomedical Sciences at the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education at City College of New York, Singh earned her medical degree from the New York University School of Medicine. Afterwards, she completed her residency in Integrated Vascular Surgery at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx. Singh is a member of the Association of …

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Brookfield, CT
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Pace Women's Basketball Heads To The Tropics For Scrimmages, Youth Clinic Pace Women's Basketball Heads To The Tropics For Scrimmages, Youth Clinic
Pace Women's Basketball Heads To The Tropics For Scrimmages, Youth Clinic PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. – It wasn't all sun and fun in the islands for the Pace University women's basketball team, which recently returned from a six-day, basketball-filled trip to the Barbados. During the team's voyage to the Caribbean, the Pace Setters competed in three games against the combined Junior and Senior players of Barbados' National Team and hosted a free youth clinic for players ages 5-13. "We're very grateful to have had the opportunity to experience the culture and history of Barbados," said Carrie Seymour, Pace's head coach. "Our student-athletes and staff enjoy…

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Wide Awake During Surgery? It's Better Than It Sounds, Says ONS Hand Doctor Wide Awake During Surgery? It's Better Than It Sounds, Says ONS Hand Doctor
Wide Awake During Surgery? It's Better Than It Sounds, Says ONS Hand Doctor When undergoing surgery of the hand or wrist, patients have traditionally been sedated to eliminate pain and discomfort associated with the procedure. That's changing, however, as the advent of wide-awake surgery has become one of the most significant advances in treating hand and wrist injuries. According to Dr. Matthew Cantlon, a hand, wrist and elbow specialist at ONS-Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists, wide-awake surgery allows patients to be completely awake during surgery by using only local anesthesia and eliminating the need for sedation or general anesthetic. “This techniqu…

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Brookfield, CT
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Pace Joins Elected Officials, DREAMers For Immigration Discussion Pace Joins Elected Officials, DREAMers For Immigration Discussion
Pace Joins Elected Officials, Dreamers For Immigration Discussion WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- In light of President Trump's controversial decision to suspend the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, Pace University's president, Marvin Krislov, met with congresswoman Nita Lowey, immigration advocates, legal experts and immigrants themselves at Pace’s Elisabeth Haub School of Law to discuss the complex political environment stemming from the recent announcement.  “I firmly believe in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program as a path to education for immigrants,” said Krislov. “The program has served Pace, our community and our country…

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Bridgeport, CT
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From Southport To Stratford, Sotheby's Has Connecticut Coast Covered From Southport To Stratford, Sotheby's Has Connecticut Coast Covered
From Southport To Stratford, Sotheby's Has Connecticut Coast Covered SOUTHPORT, Conn. -- One of the country's most desirable stretches of real estate, the Connecticut coastline has it all: big city proximity and small-town feel, rolling hills and white sandy beaches. For both lifelong residents and those moving to the area, Fairfield County offers something for everyone. Now, William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty, one of the most respected names in Southern Connecticut real estate, has named Brian A. Clarke, Jr. as the firm's regional manager, overseeing nearly 120 agents representing listings from Westport to Stratford. Clarke, a Norwalk resident, pre…

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Phelps Hospital Turns Down The Heat On Acid Reflux Phelps Hospital Turns Down The Heat On Acid Reflux
Phelps Hospital Turns Down The Heat On Acid Reflux SLEEPY HOLLOW, N.Y. -- Affecting patients of all ages, acid reflux can be thought of as an uncomfortable message from our digestive system. The burning, tightness and pain associated with the disorder isn't uncommon -- some of the most prescribed medications today are for reflux -- but repeated, untreated pain has the potential to lead to larger health problems. "Acid reflux is when stomach contents come up into the esophagus," said Dr. Peter Stein, a gastroenterologist at Phelps Hospital. "That can cause a number of different symptoms such as heartburn, burning feelings in th…

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