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| MIDDLETOWN MEDICAL HOSTS CPAP MACHINE WORKSHOP |
Middletown, NY: As part of their Health Education Network, the staff and physicians at Middletown Medical will be hosting a free workshop for individuals with CPAP machines at their Middletown office (111 Maltese Drive) on Thursday, June 9th from 5pm – 7pm. For people with sleep apnea, using a CPAP machine at night is a way of life. To get the most help from this machine, it needs to be cleaned and checked frequently, including getting new masks, tubing and filters. This workshop makes experts available to evaluate any CPAP machine and make recommendations based on its functioning. Individuals need to bring their CPAP machines to be cleaned, evaluated and to have questions answered about them. Additional sleep disorder information will also be available.
CPAP stands for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure. A CPAP machine provides air at a constant prescribed pressure through a tube and out of a CPAP mask to a person with Obstructive Sleep Apnea. CPAP therapy provides a constant airflow which holds the airway open so that uninterrupted breathing is maintained during sleep. This eliminates sleep apnea events and allows the patient to get a restful sleep. The pressure of the air is determined during a sleep study.
No pre-registration is required for this free program. For more information, call 845-342-4774.
Middletown Medical is a multi-specialty physicians’ group dedicated to providing patients with top quality, comprehensive health care in three locations – Middletown, Ellenville, Liberty and Monroe. From walk-in urgent care to primary and family care to specialty medicine, the physicians and staff are committed to building lifelong relationships with every patient and family. As part of their dedication to state-of-the-art patient care, a new in-office endoscopy suite has been completed. This suite provides increased access to screening and diagnostic endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopies, as well as to new pain management techniques in a comfortable environment. |
| Echocardiography Lab Receives Accreditation at Middletown Medical |
Middletown, NY: Middletown Medical recently received re-accreditation by the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Echocardiography Laboratories (ICAEL). The laboratory is one of a select group to be recognized nationwide for its commitment to high quality patient care and its provision of quality diagnostic testing.
One American dies every 32 seconds of cardiovascular disease, disorders of the heart and blood vessels. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, costing society over $83.7 billion each year in health services, medications and lost work time due to disability. Cardiac structure and flow information provided by echocardiographic testing is useful in the detection and management of many types of heart disease. This noninvasive test has become one of the standard diagnostic tools in cardiology with an estimated 10 million completed each year. Echocardiography is a complex imaging technique that relies on the experience and training of both the physician and sonographer. The ICAEL has developed an accreditation program which evaluates the quality of these and other critical elements of an echocardiography laboratory.
To schedule an appointment with a cardiologist, call 845-342-4774.
Middletown Medical is a multi-specialty physicians’ group dedicated to providing patients with top quality, comprehensive health care in three locations – Middletown, Ellenville and Liberty. From walk-in urgent care to primary and family care to specialty medicine, the physicians and staff are committed to building lifelong relationships with every patient and family. As part of their dedication to state-of-the-art patient care, a new in-office endoscopy suite has been completed. This suite provides increased access to screening and diagnostic endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopies, as well as to new pain management techniques in a comfortable environment. |
| MIDDLETOWN MEDICAL OFFERS ALLERGY AND ASTHMA DAY |
Middletown, NY: As part of their Health Education Network, the staff and physicians at Middletown Medical will be hosting a free Allergy and Asthma Information Day on Tuesday, April 26th from 10am-2pm in their Middletown location at 111 Maltese Drive (behind Denny’s on Route 211). With spring here and summer quickly approaching, many people suffer from asthma and allergies that affect their quality of life. Staff from our Pulmonary Medicine department as well as a respiratory therapist from the American Lung Association will be available to answer questions, demonstrate breathing techniques and provide information. Refreshments will also be served.
According to the American Lung Association, asthma is a lung disease that makes breathing difficult for millions of Americans, both young and old. There is no cure for asthma, but the good news is it can be managed and treated so you can live a normal, healthy life. The Allergy and Asthma Foundation classifies allergies as diseases of the immune system that cause an overreaction to substances called "allergens." Allergies are grouped by the kind of trigger, time of year or where symptoms appear on the body. The focus of this program will be on seasonal allergies or ‘hay fever’.
No pre-registration is required for this free program. For more information, call 845-342-4774.
Middletown Medical is a multi-specialty physicians’ group dedicated to providing patients with top quality, comprehensive health care in three locations – Middletown, Ellenville and Liberty. From walk-in urgent care to primary and family care to specialty medicine, the physicians and staff are committed to building lifelong relationships with every patient and family. As part of their dedication to state-of-the-art patient care, a new in-office endoscopy suite has been completed. This suite provides increased access to screening and diagnostic endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopies, as well as to new pain management techniques in a comfortable environment. |
| Botox Injections Offered at Middletown Medical for Chronic Migraine Pain |
Middletown, NY: The Headache Clinic at Middletown Medical, the first of its kind in Orange County, is offering Botox injections as a treatment for chronic migraines. Recently, federal health officials approved the wrinkle-smoothing injection Botox for the treatment and prevention of chronic migraine headaches in adults. In a statement, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommended Botox be injected approximately every three months around the head and neck to dull future headache symptoms. They approved it for patients who experience 15 or more days of migraine headaches per month.
Approximately 3.2 million people in the U.S. have chronic migraines, though some 80 percent of them have never been diagnosed as having the disease, according to the maker of Botox. The World Health Organization ranks migraine as the 19th most disabling disease. Women are three times as likely as men to suffer from migraines, which are also linked to depression and anxiety. Experiencing a migraine on most days "is one of the most disabling forms of headache," said Dr. Russell Katz, of the Division of Neurology Products in the FDA's Center Drug Evaluation and Research. "This condition can greatly affect family, work, and social life, so it is important to have a variety of effective treatment options available."
To schedule an appointment for an evaluation with Uri Napchan, MD, Director, call 845-342-4774.
Middletown Medical is a multi-specialty physicians’ group dedicated to providing patients with top quality, comprehensive health care in four locations – Middletown, Ellenville, Liberty and Monroe. From walk-in urgent care to primary and family care to specialty medicine, the physicians and staff are committed to building lifelong relationships with every patient and family. As part of their dedication to state-of-the-art patient care, a new in-office endoscopy suite has been completed. This suite provides increased access to screening and diagnostic endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopies, as well as to new pain management techniques in a comfortable environment. |
| Middletown Medical Opens Orange County’s First Headache Clinic |
Middletown, NY: The physicians and staff at Middletown Medical are pleased to welcome a new physician to open Orange County’s first Headache Clinic, Uri Napchan, M.D. Dr. Napchan joins the practice from Montefiore Medical Center’s Headache Clinic, the first of its kind in the world. He is a board certified neurologist who is also board certified in pain medicine with a sub-specialty in headache medicine.
Dr. Napchan completed his residency at Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA and a fellowship in pain medicine at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center. He completed additional fellowships in headache medicine and neuroscience at Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY. He was also an Assistant Professor of Neurology at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY. He is a guest lecturer on topics in headache medicine as well as having published numerous articles and studies. “I look forward to helping those with chronic, severe headaches and migraines find relief. I approach every patient individually and tailor a specific plan to help alleviate their pain.”, states Dr. Napchan.
To schedule an appointment, call 845-342-4774.
Middletown Medical is a multi-specialty physicians’ group dedicated to providing patients with top quality, comprehensive health care in four locations – Middletown, Ellenville, Liberty and Monroe. From walk-in urgent care to primary and family care to specialty medicine, the physicians and staff are committed to building lifelong relationships with every patient and family. As part of their dedication to state-of-the-art patient care, a new in-office endoscopy suite has been completed. This suite provides increased access to screening and diagnostic endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopies, as well as to new pain management techniques in a comfortable environment. |
| MIDDLETOWN MEDICAL TO HOST DIABETES AWARENESS DAY |
Middletown, NY: Diabetes now affects nearly 24 million people in the United States, an increase of more than 3 million in approximately two years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This means that nearly 8% of the U.S. population has diabetes. In response to this alarming statistic, and in support of Diabetes Awareness month, Middletown Medical is hosting a Diabetes Awareness Day on Wednesday, November 3rd from 9:00am 12:00pm in their Middletown office located on Route 211 behind Dennys. Staff from their diabetes education program will be there to discuss any questions as well as provide blood glucose testing (finger-stick test) to check sugar levels. Information will be available addressing general diabetes issues as well as how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. All are welcome.
For more information or to have information mailed, call 845-342-4774.
Middletown Medical is a multi-specialty physicians group dedicated to providing patients with top quality, comprehensive health care in three locations Middletown, Ellenville and Monroe. From walk-in urgent care to primary and family care to specialty medicine, the physicians and staff are committed to building lifelong relationships with every patient and family. As part of their dedication to state-of-the-art patient care, a new in-office procedure suite has been completed. This suite provides increased access to screening and diagnostic endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopies, as well as to new pain management techniques in a comfortable environment. |
| MIDDLETOWN MEDICAL ESTABLISHES HEALTH EDUCATION NETWORK |
Middletown: To expand their efforts to serve patients and families, the physicians and staff at Middletown Medical have established a health education network. This network provides health education speakers, programs and product demonstrations to provide information and support for those with chronic illnesses as well as those that are looking to improve their health. The programs are being held at their Middletown location at 111 Maltese Drive.
The program kicked off in August with free back-to-school physicals for children of unemployed parents/guardians. Then a diabetes awareness program was held to educate those with this chronic illness as well as to help people check their blood sugar levels. The week of November 15th, there was information available in the lobby about smoking cessation in support of the Great American Smokeout on November 18th. On December 1st, there was a program about sleep disorders and how they are diagnosed and treated. Other upcoming topics are asthma, osteoporosis, thyroid disease and the importance of getting a colonoscopy.
All are welcome to attend any program at no charge. For more information, please call 845-342-4774.
Middletown Medical is a multi-specialty physicians’ group dedicated to providing patients with top quality, comprehensive health care in three locations – Middletown, Ellenville and Monroe. From walk-in urgent care to primary and family care to specialty medicine, the physicians and staff are committed to building lifelong relationships with every patient and family. As part of their dedication to state-of-the-art patient care, a new in-office procedure suite has been completed. This suite provides increased access to screening and diagnostic endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopies, as well as to new pain management techniques in a comfortable environment. |
| NEW FAMILY MEDICINE PHYSICIAN AT MIDDLETOWN MEDICAL |
Middletown: The physicians and staff at Middletown Medical are pleased to welcome a new physician to the medical staff, Linda Abdul-Ahad, M.D. Dr. Abdul completed her medical degree at the University of Baghdad in the College of Medicine and her residency locally in Family Medicine at the Mid-Hudson Family Health Institute. She also completed an observership and conducted research at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. She is fluent in Arabic and Armenian. “I look forward to working with patients and their families to help them achieve better health.” Dr. Abdul is seeing patients in the Middletown location at 111 Maltese Drive. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Abdul, call 845-342-4774.
Middletown Medical is a multi-specialty physicians’ group dedicated to providing patients with top quality, comprehensive health care in three locations – Middletown, Ellenville and Monroe. From walk-in urgent care to primary and family care to specialty medicine, the physicians and staff are committed to building lifelong relationships with every patient and family. As part of their dedication to state-of-the-art patient care, a new in-office procedure suite has been completed. This suite provides increased access to screening and diagnostic endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopies, as well as to new pain management techniques in a comfortable environment. |
| MIDDLETOWN MEDICAL CARDIOLOGY ACHIEVES RECERTIFICATION |
Middletown: The physicians and staff of the Cardiology department at Middletown Medical have achieved recertification of their Nuclear Cardiology Laboratory by the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Nuclear Medicine Laboratories (ICANL). This three-year accreditation signifies the quality and high standards that are put in place for patients to receive the best medical care available. The ICANL is dedicated to promoting quality nuclear cardiology and nuclear medicine diagnostic evaluations in the delivery of health care by providing a peer review process of laboratory accreditation. According to their mission, this nonprofit organization defines its accreditation process “by the intersocietal concept that all aspects of nuclear cardiology, nuclear medicine and PET imaging be represented in the accreditation process.” ICANL brings together professional organizations that oversee the various disciplines to provide a seamless and comprehensive accreditation process.
To schedule an appointment with a cardiologist, call 845-342-4774.
Middletown Medical is a multi-specialty physicians’ group dedicated to providing patients with top quality, comprehensive health care in three locations – Middletown, Ellenville and Monroe. From walk-in urgent care to primary and family care to specialty medicine, the physicians and staff are committed to building lifelong relationships with every patient and family. As part of their dedication to state-of-the-art patient care, a new in-office endoscopy suite has been completed. This suite provides increased access to screening and diagnostic endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopies, as well as to new pain management techniques in a comfortable environment. |
| MIDDLETOWN MEDICAL TO HOST SLEEP DISORDERS AWARENESS DAYS |
Middletown, NY: The Sleep Center at Middletown Medical will be hosting Sleep Disorders Awareness Day on Wednesday, December 1st from 10am to 1pm at the Middletown office at 111 Maltese Drive (behind Denny’s on Route 211). The focus will be on helping people to get a better night’s sleep through providing facts, information, product demonstrations and, if individuals are interested, an evaluation for a sleep study by one of our pulmonologists. Many people don’t realize there are serious health risks associated with a recurring sleep disturbance or sleep disorder.
Sleep is an essential part of life. Without it, the body suffers emotional and physical damage, including various increased physical risks for your heart and brain, as well as a decline in overall well-being. Individuals who are properly treated for a sleep disorder can experience a decreased risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, high blood pressure and many other chronic illnesses; improved memory, concentration and learning capabilities; a boost in their immune system; and improved mental and emotional health. If an individual experiences any of the following symptoms, they could benefit from a sleep study at The Sleep Center at Middletown Medical: snores loudly; stops breathing or gasps for breath during sleep; feels sleepy or dozes off while watching TV, reading or driving; has trouble sleeping more than three nights a week; or experiences interruptions during sleep.
For more information, call The Sleep Center at 845-342-4774, Extension 331.
Middletown Medical is a multi-specialty physicians group dedicated to providing patients with top quality, comprehensive health care in three locations Middletown, Ellenville and Monroe. From walk-in urgent care to primary and family care to specialty medicine, the physicians and staff are committed to building lifelong relationships with every patient and family. As part of their dedication to state-of-the-art patient care, a new in-office endoscopy suite has been completed. This suite provides increased access to screening and diagnostic endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopies, as well as to new pain management techniques in a comfortable environment. |
| MIDDLETOWN MEDICAL’S CLINICAL DIRECTOR TO WALK FOR A CURE |
Middletown, NY: Amanda Hansen, Physician’s Assistant and Clinical Director for Middletown Medical, will be participating in this year’s Avon Walk for Breast Cancer being held in New York City on October 16th and 17th. She is currently training and fundraising for the 39-mile Walk that will wind through the five boroughs. The Walk takes place during Breast Cancer Awareness month and highlights the need for more research, funding and education.
Every three minutes another woman in the United States is diagnosed with breast cancer. The money raised through this Walk goes to the Avon Foundation Breast Cancer Crusade, a 501(c)(3) public charity whose mission is to provide access to care and to work toward finding a cure. They provide funding to organizations all over the country in five areas: medical research, clinical care, support services, educational and advocacy seminars, and community-based, non-profit early detection breast health programs. Much of the money raised will be used here to help people in our area.
To donate to this very important cause, please visit www.avonwalk.org and search the participant names for Amanda Hansen.
Middletown Medical is a multi-specialty physicians’ group dedicated to providing patients with top quality, comprehensive health care in three locations – Middletown, Ellenville and Monroe. From walk-in urgent care to primary and family care to specialty medicine, the physicians and staff are committed to building lifelong relationships with every patient and family. As part of their dedication to state-of-the-art patient care, a new in-office procedure suite has been completed. This suite provides increased access to screening and diagnostic endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopies, as well as to new pain management techniques in a comfortable environment.
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| MIDDLETOWN MEDICAL OFFERING FREE BACK-TO-SCHOOL PHYSICALS FOR UNEMPLOYED FAMILIES |
Middletown, NY: In response to the tough economic climate and to start the school year off right, the physicians and staff of Middletown Medical are offering free back-to-school physicals for school age children of parents or guardians that are unemployed. The free physicals are being offered Saturday, August 21st from 9:00am – 3:00pm in the Middletown office located at 111 Maltese Drive, behind Denny’s on Route 211. Appointments must be made in advance to take advantage of this free offer.
To qualify for a free back-to-school physical, at least one of the parents or guardians of the child must be unemployed and the family must have no health insurance. Parents or guardians need to bring the child’s current immunization record and school physical form that needs to be filled out.
To make an appointment, call 845-342-4774. Space is limited so families need to call early to reserve their space.
Middletown Medical is a multi-specialty physicians’ group dedicated to providing patients with top quality, comprehensive health care in three locations – Middletown, Ellenville and Monroe. From walk-in urgent care to primary and family care to specialty medicine, the physicians and staff are committed to building lifelong relationships with every patient and family. As part of their dedication to state-of-the-art patient care, a new in-office procedure suite has been completed. This suite provides increased access to screening and diagnostic endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopies, as well as to new pain management techniques in a comfortable environment. |
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