Patient Care Free Workshop Focuses on Caring for a Loved One with a Primary Brain Tumor By Lydia Fernandez Mar. 16, 2017 This free, daylong workshop on April 1 will provide tips on how families can cope and strategies to help caregivers take care of themselves.
Community Commentary on Stem Cell Therapies: If You’re Asked to Pay, Walk Away By Susanne Pallo Mar. 15, 2017 Retinal specialist Ajay E. Kuriyan, M.D., M.S., warns patients to be wary of stem cell clinics offering unproven therapies for a profit. Kuriyan personally encountered several patients who were ...
Patient Care Carrot, Kohlrabi and Radish Slaw By Ruth Harper-Rhode Mar. 15, 2017 This recipe is perfect to bring for lunch as it stays crunchy and it can be prepared ahead so the flavors develop.
Patient Care Lentil and Bulgur Salad By Ruth Harper-Rhode Mar. 9, 2017 By combining lentils and bulgur, this dish provides complete protein, as well as dietary fiber.
Research Clinical Trials Aim to Reduce Stress Burden for Dementia Caregivers By Patrick Broadwater Mar. 5, 2017 A pair of studies at the University of Rochester Medical Center is exploring ways to help those caring for a loved one with dementia to manage their own stress and improve their health so they can ...
Patient Care Herbed Chickpea Wraps with Grapes By Ruth Harper-Rhode Mar. 4, 2017 Try this plant-based version of chicken salad to put in a pita or wrap.
Patient Care Get Moving! Even a Little Exercise Makes a Difference By Lori Barrette Mar. 3, 2017 Good news, weekend warriors: New research suggests that even less-frequent exercise has noticeable health benefits. UR Medicine Sports Medicine expert Dr. Gregg Nicandri offers advice to help get you ...
Patient Care Head-to-Toe Checkup: Why Does My Doctor Do That? By Lori Barrette Mar. 2, 2017 Ever ponder the purpose of all that poking, peeking and prodding that goes on during a physical exam? UR Medicine Primary Care’s Dr. Carla Schwartz explains what doctors are checking for as they look ...
Patient Care Fresh Berries with Avocado Chocolate Mousse By Ruth Harper-Rhode Feb. 28, 2017 This desert makes a great treat any time of year!
Patient Care Myth Buster: Understanding Eating Disorders By Lori Barrette Feb. 24, 2017 Although about half of Americans know someone who has struggled with an eating disorder, widespread misconceptions about them still exist. Eating disorder specialist Mary Tantillo debunks some of the ...