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Paw-sitive Healing: Therapy Dogs

admin — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:28:39 +0000

Guest Author: Anjani Amladi Anjani Amladi is a 2nd year medical student at The Commonwealth Medical College (TCMC). She was raised in San Ramon, CA and earned a B.S. in Biological Sciences at The University of California at Davis. She has a special interest in alternative medicine, wellness and preventive care. Her goal is to …

Exercise Tips for Those with Osteoarthritis

admin — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:21:27 +0000

Patients often tell me that they would like to exercise but hesitate due to their knee or hip pain. They want to know what type of exercise is best for those suffering from osteoarthritis (OA). Osteoarthritis is also known as degenerative arthritis. It is the most common form of arthritis in the knee. It is …

A Little Sun and Vitamin D

admin — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 15:26:49 +0000

Spring is here … the days are longer and sun stronger! This winter I saw local dermatologist, Dr. Ted Stampien, Jr. and his wife, Susan, driving in their convertible. I joked that the only time a dermatologist feels protected from the sun while riding in a convertible is in the winter with the top up. …

Obesity Symposium Part 3 of 3: Bariatric Surgery

admin — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 14:48:30 +0000

In an effort to address the Keystone State’s growing problem with obesity, TCMC with host the 1st Annual Keystone Program – Obesity Symposium 2013 on April 6, 2013. The World Health Organization has classified obesity as a chronic disease and determined that it is reaching epidemic proportions, not only in the United States, but globally. …

Obesity Symposium Part 2 of 3: Bariatric Surgery

admin — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 16:09:41 +0000

The Commonwealth Medical College presents: The 1st Annual Keystone Program “Obesity Symposium 2013” In an effort to address the Keystone State’s growing problem with obesity, TCMC with host the 1st Annual Keystone Program – Obesity Symposium 2013 on April 6, 2013. The World Health Organization has classified obesity as a chronic disease and determined that …

Obesity Symposium Part 1 of 3: Childhood Obesity

admin — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 15:53:00 +0000

Safe Cycling Tips – Part 2 of 2

admin — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 15:34:51 +0000

Part 2 of 2 Spring has sprung! Dust off your bikes and discover the beauty and challenge of biking in NEPA. Whether you are a rural or urban dweller, the Countryside Conservancy Trails at Lackawanna State Park or the Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority trails can meet your needs. By my view, Tour de Scranton is …

Safe Cycling for Good Exercise – Part 1 of 2

admin — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 18:13:05 +0000

Part 1 of 2 Spring has sprung! Dust off your bikes and discover the beauty and challenge of biking in NEPA. Whether you are an rural or urban dweller, the Countryside Conservancy Trails at Lackawanna State Park or the Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority Trails can meet your needs. By my view, Tour de Scranton is …

The New Doctor-Patient Relationship – Part 2 of 2

admin — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 16:11:55 +0000

Part 2 of 2 Guest Author: Nicholas J. Russo, The Commonwealth Medical College Guest Author: Nicholas J. Russo, is a recent honors graduate of the Master of Biomedical Sciences Program at The Commonwealth Medical College (TCMC) where he participated in several research and community service projects. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Technological …

The New Doctor-Patient Relationship – Part 1 of 2

admin — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 19:21:08 +0000

Guest Author: Nicholas J. Russo, The Commonwealth Medical College MBS Class of 2012 The New Doctor-Patient Relationship Part I of II Guest Author: Nicholas J. Russo, is a recent honors graduate of the Masters of Biomedical Sciences Program at The Commonwealth Medical College (TCMC) where he participated in several research and community service projects. …