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Sunday, May 11, 2008
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NetWellness provides the highest quality health information and education services created and evaluated by faculty of our partner universities.
Sunday, May 11, 2008
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Sickle cell anemia is an inherited blood disorder that affects more than 80,000 Americans and over two million people carry the trait that allows them to pass it on to their children. In support of National Sickle Cell Month, NetWellness is pleased to premier a new health topic on Sickle Cell Anemia.
This topic contains original content authored by new NetWellness expert Anthony Villella, MD of Case Western Reserve University, and links to information from leading national and research organizations.Please visit the Sickle Cell Anemia health topic and the monthly feature for more information.
The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is affiliated with the School of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University and MetroHealth Medical Center.Experts from the Division of Gastroenterology answer user questions and write original content for NetWellness health topics Digestive Disorders and Colon Cancer.
The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at MetroHealth Medical Center was established in the mid 1900's as a premier center for the diagnosis and treatment of various gastrointestinal and liver disorders. Through the years, the Division has continually provided clinical expertise, scientific innovation, education, and leadership to the community. Faculty members are recognized at both a local and national level for their contribution to research and clinical excellence.
As an affiliate to Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology maintains a strong academic foundation while providing cutting edge health care in this medical specialty. Each faculty member is board certified in the specialty of Gastroenterology and also has an academic appointment to the Case Western Reserve School of Medicine. The Division has a strong commitment to patient care and dedication to clinical and basic research.
Current NetWellness experts from the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology include: Roy Ferguson, MD Director and Chair; Julia Gore-Thornton, MD; Hemangi Kale, MD; and Annette Kyprianou, MD.
Hemostasis is the body's system for controlling bleeding and clotting. Normally, there is a delicate balance at work to ensure that there is enough - but not too much - clotting power in the blood. Not enough clotting power leads to bleeding problems, whereas too much clotting power (thrombophilia) can lead to the formation of dangerous blood clots. The state of this normal balance between bleeding and clotting differs from person to person, and many things can upset the balance. When abnormalities occur in any part of the body's bleeding/clotting control system, excessive bleeding or clotting can be the result.
NetWellness welcomes visitors to the new Bleeding and Clotting Disorders health topic. We have three new experts joining our team to answer questions specifically on bleeding and clotting disorders: Spero R. Cataland, MD and Michael J. Stanek, DO from the James Cancer Hospital & Solove Research Institute from the College of Medicine at The Ohio State University, and Elizabeth A. Varga, MS, CGC from the Division of Human Genetics in the Department of Internal Medicine at the College of Medicine at The Ohio State University. They join their colleagues Eric H. Kraut, MD , Yousef Mohammad, MD, MSc , and Mark Wurster, MD who are all currently NetWellness experts in other areas.
Dr. Amy Reed from the University of Cincinnati's Division of Vascular Surgery in the College of Medicine has written two articles different vascular issues. The first, Trio of Tests Can Detect Vascular Disease Earlier, describes three non-invasive tests that diabetics, those who have high blood pressure or cholesterol, and those who have a family history of vascular disease and are over the age of 60 should have performed. Early detection is the key to treating vascular disease successfully.
The second article, Minimally Invasive Technique Can Fix Varicose Veins, discusses a problem that over 40 million Americans face. Varicose veins are caused by blood buildup in the surface veins of a person's legs, and large varicose veins can inhibit blood from returning to the heart for recirculation. One new treatment for varicose veins is radiofrequency ablation, which is an outpatient procedure that can help get rid of these unwanted veins. Dr. Reed can answer your questions regarding varicose veins and other vascular diseases in the Vascular Surgery topic.
With recent news reports calling attention to possible side effects with the osteoporosis drug Fosamax, Dr. Margery Gass from the University of Cincinnati has written an article called Information Regarding Osteonecrosis of the Jaw, in order to answer some of your questions. Please visit the Osteoporosis health topic for further information about this subject.
This time of year is the prime time for insect bites! Charles Heaton, MD, of the University of Cincinnati has written an article called Insect Bites Are Not to Be Taken Lightly, which addresses how to prevent those pesky bugs from biting, as well as how to take care of the insect bites if they do occur. To find out more about this and other skin care issues, please visit the Skin Care and Diseases topic at NetWellness.
According to the American Cancer Society, almost 150,000 men and women will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer this year. Since colorectal cancer is one of the few cancers with a precancerous stage, regular colonoscopies can help prevent this disease. For more information, please read University of Cincinnati NetWellness expert, Dr. Janice Rafferty's article Early Detection Can Prevent Colorectal Cancer or visit the Colorectal Diseases health topic.
When dealing with athletes with injuries, their emotional health is just as important as their physical health. Thomas Best, MD, PhD, FACSM of The Ohio State University suggests that physical therapists, athletic trainers, coaches, parents, and teammates should all be involved in the healing process of an athlete. The article Emotional Attention Important for Injured Athletes can be found in the Sports Medicine health topic.
According to the Centers for Disease Control, an estimated 15.3 million new cases of STIs and STDs are reported each year in the US. Read on for more information about STIs and STDs in this NetWellness original: Sexually Transmitted Infections and Diseases by Linda A. Bernhard, PhD, RN and Jonathan A. Schaffir, MD of The Ohio State University.These experts are also available to answer your questions in the Women's Health center.
According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIH), Approximately 40 million American adults ages 18 and older (about 18%) have an anxiety disorder and many of them are women.Read on for more information about why women may appear to have a greater risk for anxiety and what can be done in this NetWellness original: Anxiety and Anxiety Disorders by Beth McCreary, PhD, LLC, of The Ohio State University. Dr. McCreary is also available to answer your questions in the Anxiety and Stress Disorders health topic.
NetWellness has had a busy month recruiting experts to answer your important health questions. Including the three new experts for the new Bleeding and Clotting Disorders health topic, NetWellness has seven new health professionals to help you understand various conditions and diseases.
First of all, NetWellness welcomes Cristinel Coconcea, MD, Medical Director of the Adult Inpatient Unit of the Department of Psychiatry at University Hospitals of Another expert from the Case School of Medicine is Patrick Getty, MD, Assistant Professor and Director of Graduate Orthopaedic Education in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery.Dr. Getty is available to answer your questions in the Amputation topic.
From the University of Cincinnati, NetWellness would like to welcome three experts from the Division of Urology in the Department of Surgery at the College of Medicine: James F. Donovan, Jr., MD, Director of the Division of Urology and Professor of Surgery; R. Bruce Bracken, MD, Professor of Surgery; and Ahmad Hamidinia, MD, Clinical Professor of Surgery. They will be happy to take your questions in Prostate Cancer, Urinary Disorders, and Urinary Tract Cancers.
A new expert in the Dental and Oral Health (Children) topic, Sarat Thikkurissy, DDS is an Assistant Professor in the College of Dentistry at the Ohio State University. His expertise in pediatric dentistry is a wonderful addition to the dental topics on NetWellness. Joining NetWellness to answer questions is Ganesh Shidham, MD, a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Division of Nephrology at The Ohio State University's College of Medicine. Dr. Shidham will be answering questions in our Kidney Diseases topic.
Finally, NetWellness would like to welcome back Pranav Sheth, MD to the Skin Care and Diseases health topic. Dr. Sheth, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Cincinnati, has a clinical interest in psoriasis.
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