I see many females of childbearing age with autoimmune diseases like Lupus, Sjorgren’s Syndrome, Scleroderma, MS, Autoimmune Thyroid Disease (Hashimoto Thyroiditis) and RA that express worry and fear that their disease will prohibit them from having a family. They worry about infertility like so many women in this world. I empathize. Becoming a mother is Read More…
There are so many experimental treatments out there being investigated for COVID-19. We have already heard about Hydroxychloroquine and Chloroquine which has received so much attention these past months. The FDA has now issued warnings of irregular heart rhythms with this drug. 🦠NYC hospitals are now studying the efficacy of Famotidine, a medication for acid reflux. Read More…
We are all talking about our immune systems and how to boost our health. It is crucial to have a healthy interaction between the gut and the immune system. When your gut health is good, you’re less likely to experience damaging inflammation and lapses in immunity. Imbalances in the gut microbiome may result in a Read More…
Many arthritis patients present to the office complaining of joint, muscle, tendon, ligament or bone pain. Joint pain and inflammation can lead to disability, immobility, and decreased quality of life. Many arthritis patients want to SOLELY focus on the musculoskeletal system. In medical school and residency, I was always taught to focus on the WHOLE Read More…
Witnessing Zozibini Tunz from South Africa become Miss Universe a few days ago and watching the clips from the pageant since her accomplishment has sparked a conversation in my family on a topic that many parents have with their children. My daughter marveled at the way Ms. Universe carried herself and articulated her answers. She Read More…
As a rheumatologist, I see patients suffering from chronic pain every day and do my best to offer both strategies and support to help with the pain. Most of my patients suffer from osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis which is characterized by degeneration of cartilage over time. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune Read More…