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 […]
Nobody wants to be bullied. And no one should have to be, especially your child. StompOutBullying.org defines bullying as intentional, aggressive and repeated abusive behavior by one or more people that involves an imbalance of power or strength. Although bullying can happen at any age, it seems to be more prevalent during the elementary and middle […]
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 […]
Not only is plantar fasciitis a very painful condition, it’s the most common cause of heel pain that I see in my patients. Whether it’s caused by flat arches, badly-fitting shoes or a job that keeps you on your feet for hours every day, the pain of plantar fasciitis can be excruciating. Some patients say […]
“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 […]
Does your child sit too close to the computer screen? Does he/she squint when reading a book? Can he/she see things that are close up but has trouble when they are far away, or vice versa? Any of these signs might mean that your child needs glasses.
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 […]