Topic: Patient Education
Smoking is an Addiction
Smoking isn't a habit, Smoking is an addiction. As I encounter tobacco smokers in my practice, my family, and in the community, one supreme issue comes through: smoking for these "hold-outs" despite smoke-free practices, taxes, and in-your-face campaigns is smoking is an…
DNR Code Status Explained
One of the more difficult tasks in your life is deciding a "DNR code status" for yourself or, worse yet, a loved one. DNR is short for Do Not Resuscitate which basically means 'do not attempt to bring me back to…
Flu Shot
Why it's your job to get a flu shot – and call in sick if you do get the flu Patricia Schnabel Ruppert, Columbia University Medical Center Seasonal influenza is a major global health concern. Worldwide, annual influenza epidemics result…
Medicare Annual Preventive Health Exam
If you are 65 years or older, you are entitled to a Medicare annual preventive health exam that is covered at no additional cost. During this visit, we will review your social and medical history including family risks, tobacco and…
Metronidazole Treatment
Here is a video that discusses metronidazole treatment.
New Diabetic?
You were just told that you have diabetes; now, what do I do? I produced a video ten years ago to explain the fundamentals. It's missing some of the newer medicines that have really helped with control, but it's still…
Article in the Sun Messenger
Here is a link to the article that appeared in the Sun Messenger about my book. I made the front page above the fold!! Wow. Thanks for all of your support.