AVAILABLE FOR INTERVIEWNYU Medical Center physicians are available to offer expert tips in preparation for the upcoming spring months.
CLIFFORD BASSETT, M.D.Dr. Bassett is an allergist and respiratory specialist who can offer tips on how to stay healthy during the high- allergy season. Some people develop allergies and/or asthma for the first time during springtime. He is available to talk about the health issues associated with spring and can also educate the public about asthma diagnosis and treatment. * Allergist and Immunologist, NYU School of Medicine* Medical Director, Allergy and Asthma Care of New York
CHARLES GOODSTEIN, M.D.Spring is period of heightened emotions for teens, as they approach their mailboxes each day with dreaded fear and great anticipation for letters of acceptance or rejection from colleges. Dr. Goodstein talks about his experience with students and provides recommendations for both parents and their teenagers on how to deal with the new found pressures of Spring. As Spring symbolically represents new hope, Dr. Goodstein has found that this time of year contributes to the lessening of depressive symptoms and brings about optimism in people.* Clinical Associate Professor, Psychiatry, NYU School of Medicine
PHILIP M. TIERNO JR. Ph.D.NYU Medical Center's top germ expert, Dr. Philip Tierno uses the concept of "spring cleaning" to educate homemakers on germ "hot spots". Not only will Dr. Tierno discuss how to best clean a home, he will also stress the importance of weekly cleanings rather than relying on major cleaning practices in the Spring.* Member, New York City Mayor's Task Force on Bioterrorism* Director of Microbiology and Clinical Immunology at NYU Medical Center* Author, The Secret Life of Germs, published November, 2001* Author, Protect Yourself Against Bioterrorism, published January, 2002
JAMES GRIFO, M.D.Spring is a time when mothers and fathers take their kids out for walks or stroll along with their newborns in baby carriages. For many women who are trying unsuccessfully to become pregnant, this can be particularly frustrating time. Dr. Grifo is able to discuss when it is appropriate for women to see an fertility specialist, and treatment options.* M.D., PhD., Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, NYU School of Medicine* Director, Division for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
SAMANTHA HELLER, R.D.When the weather heats up , the outfits get skimpier. For many ,shedding those extra pounds can be a losing battle. Ms. Heller is able to discuss ways to lose those extra pounds in a healthful way. * M.S., R.D., Senior Clinical Nutritionist and Exercise Physiologist
JESSICA COOPER FOLTIN, M.D.As better weather brings more children to the playground, the number of playground accidents tend to increase.Dr. Foltin, pediatric emergency specialist, can provide insight to parents decipher between a medical and a benign injury. * Director of the Pediatric Emergency and Transport Program, NYU Medical Center* Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatrics, NYU School of Medicine
CHRISTINE REN, M.D.While spring brings many to the gym and propels trendy dieting, for some morbidly obese Americans (100 lbs.+ overweight ) the prescription of diet and exercise alone is unrealistic. Dr. Christine Ren, expert bariatric surgeon, can speak about who is an ideal candidate for weight loss surgery and a newer less invasive technique called lap-band surgery.* Assistant Professor, Surgery, NYU School of Medicine* Director, Program for Surgical Weight Loss, NYU Medical Center
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