As part of Northwell Health Physician Partners, we at Westchester Health would like to share the following article from Northwell Health written by Barbara Barry, Physical Therapist, concerning aspects of the COVID-19 outbreak. In brief, the article discusses: How to resume an exercise routine after being housebound How not to injure yourself Check with your doctor […]
As part of Northwell Health Physician Partners, we at Westchester Health would like to share the following article from Northwell Health written by Stephanie McNally, MD, OB/GYN, Katz Institute for Women’s Health, concerning aspects of the COVID-19 outbreak. In brief, the article discusses: The joys and challenges of being a mom and a doctor during the […]
“Have you been wearing a mask?,” asks Westchester Health Pediatrician Dr. Peter Richel in the recent video he created, “Let’s Put On A Mask.” Known as “the singing pediatrician,” Dr. Richel uses a fun, bouncy song to teach kids about the importance of wearing a mask to keep themselves and those around them from getting […]
As part of Northwell Health Physician Partners, we at Westchester Health would like to share the following article from Northwell Health written by Debra Spicehandler, MD, Infectious Disease Specialist, concerning aspects of the COVID-19 outbreak. In brief, the article discusses: How to determine whether it is safe to return to work Workplace factors to consider […]
The coronavirus is still very much a public health crisis. What you don’t need is the flu on top of that. You’ve been very diligent at protecting yourself and your family against COVID-19. Now you need to protect all of you against the flu as well. Don’t wait! Schedule your appointment today to get your […]
Four Westchester Health pediatricians have been nominated for the Westfair Communications “Doctors of Distinction” Award/Team Category for the work they performed on the Proning Team at Phelps Hospital, a Northwell Health member hospital. The four physicians — Lauren Adler, MD, FAAP; Erin Kelleher, MD, FAAP, IBCLE; Hildred Machuca, DO, FAAP; and Deborah Tesler, MD — were […]
As part of Northwell Health Physician Partners, we at Westchester Health would like to share the following article from Northwell Health concerning aspects of the COVID-19 outbreak. In brief, the article discusses: People everywhere gained weight during the early months of the pandemic Weight gain is a normal physiological reaction to stress How to keep new […]
As part of Northwell Health Physician Partners, we at Westchester Health would like to share the following article from Northwell Health concerning aspects of the COVID-19 outbreak. In brief, the article discusses: What you need to know before getting tested for COVID-19 What COVID-19 testing costs nationwide You need to be screened by a doctor before […]
As part of Northwell Health Physician Partners, we at Westchester Health would like to share the following article from Northwell Health concerning aspects of the COVID-19 outbreak. In brief, the article discusses: How vaccines work How researchers develop a vaccine How scientists make sure a vaccine is safe A COVID vaccine needs to prevent the […]
As part of Northwell Health Physician Partners, we at Westchester Health would like to share the following article from Northwell Health concerning the COVID-19 outbreak, by Dr. Anita Sadaty, Northwell Health OB/GYN. In brief, the article discusses: Common health issues experienced after ICU discharge Secondary health issues associated with COVID-19 If you can get COVID-19 […]