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By Caroline Cederquist, M.D. Atrial fibrillation is a condition where the upper chambers of the heart (called the right and left atria) do not contract in a regular fashion and are separate from the contraction of the lower chambers of the heart (called the right and left ventricles). When this synchronous contraction of the upper and lower chambers of the …

By John Canterbury, M.D. We are hearing a lot about the potential benefits of a plant-based diet; many professional athletes, celebrities and entertainers attribute weight loss and improved health to this increasingly popular way of eating. But what exactly is included in a plant-based diet? What is a plant-based diet? There are two major food sources in our diet: plants …

Diet, exercise and getting recommended screenings are some of the ways to lessen your risk of getting cancer. As we begin the new year, many of us will make resolutions to get healthier. Even though most Americans know that we should make healthy choices, such as quitting smoking, protecting skin from sun damage, eating a healthy diet, exercising more and …

If you’ve ever gone to the hospital or emergency room you know that one of the first things to happen is getting an IV. This is done because Cataract surgery has made remarkable advancements in the past few decades, helping millions of Americans regain clear vision. Now, Quigley Eye Specialists is taking another step forward with the State-of-the-Art Catalys Laser …

By Andrea Bickerton, M.D. With the start of a new year comes new resolutions and one that typically tops most lists is the resolution to lose weight and get healthier. There are many programs available to help with weight loss and you’ve probably heard of the hCG diet at some point. Dr. Andrea Bickerton, MD of Refined Image discusses the …

Michael J. Petrocelli, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S., C.W.S.P. Board Certified Ankle and Foot Surgeon and Board Certified Wound Care Specialist A form of arthritis can cause painful, red, boney, growths; consequently, bunions can also be hereditary and run in families, especially in females, generation after generation. More women than men experience the painful boney growth on their big toe, known as a …

Timothy Quinn, M.D. – Ophthalmology Cataract Awareness Month is a great time to step up in helping to educate and drive people to seek treatment for one of the leading causes of vision loss and blindness in the United States. 1According to a Prevent Blindness® study, nearly 25.7 million Americans ages 40 and older have cataract and the number will increase …

By Peter Convard – General Manager It’s that same time of year again. The beginning of a new start, and what better time to finally get serious about your wellness goals? Countless people want to lose weight but doing so effectively requires a lot more than just working out or going to a gym. CoreFit by Design is not your …

Feet and leg problems have a severe impact on quality of life but can easily be prevented by maintaining our secondary hearts. Why do so many people suffer from problems with their feet and legs? Swollen feet and ankles, nighttime leg cramps, restless leg syndrome, varicose veins, non-healing lower leg ulcers, loss of sensation in the toes, all are remarkably …

Courtesy of Personalized Retina Care of Naples The macula is the central area of the retina that provides the most intricate details of sight. It is an oval area that acquires images that travel through the cornea and lens and provides visual communication to the brain. Signs & Symptoms of Macular Degeneration 1. No Symptoms. In the early stages, there …