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Edgardo Ughoc
Edgardo Ughoc, PA is a New York-based Westchester Medical Center Health Network physician who specializes in Vascular Surgery.
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Roberto Joaquin-Reyes
Roberto Joaquin-Reyes, ACNP is a New York-based Westchester Medical Center Health Network physician who specializes in Critical Care Medicine.
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New JAMA Neurology Study Links Newly Diagnosed Epilepsy Patients Reporting Suicidality to Higher Risk of Treatment-Resistant Seizures
April 7, 2026
VALHALLA, NY – April 7, 2026 – Adults newly diagnosed with focal epilepsy who report suicidality may be far more likely to develop treatment-resistant seizures, according to a new study published in JAMA Neurology. Findings from the international Human Epilepsy Project (HEP) suggest that psychiatric symptoms present early in a patient’s diagnosis may be anContinue reading "New JAMA Neurology Study Links Newly Diagnosed Epilepsy Patients Reporting Suicidality to Higher Risk of Treatment-Resistant Seizures"
Healthy Living
Getting Your Body Ready for Spring Gardening Season
April 6, 2026
Medically reviewed by Peter W. Lementowski, MD and Rajkumar Selvanayagam, MD As the weather warms and gardens begin to come back to life, many people look forward to spending long hours planting, pruning, and preparing their yards for spring. Gardening is a great way to stay active, reduce stress, and enjoy the outdoors. But afterContinue reading "Getting Your Body Ready for Spring Gardening Season"
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Joint Pain vs. Arthritis: How to Know When It’s Time to See a Specialist
April 6, 2026
Medically reviewed by Peter W. Lementowski, MD and Rajkumar Selvanayagam, MD Occasional aches and pains are a common part of life, especially after physical activity or a long day on your feet. But when joint discomfort becomes persistent or interferes with daily activities, it may be a sign of something more than temporary soreness. UnderstandingContinue reading "Joint Pain vs. Arthritis: How to Know When It’s Time to See a Specialist"
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What Alcohol Really Does to Your Body
April 3, 2026
Medically reviewed by Lauren Augello, MD For many people, alcohol is a routine part of social life: a glass of wine with dinner or a beer during the big game. It can be easy to overlook how drinking alcohol affects the body. Whether you drink regularly or only once in a while, understanding alcohol’s effectsContinue reading "What Alcohol Really Does to Your Body"
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What You Didn’t Know About Living Organ Donation
April 1, 2026
Over 100,000 people in the U.S. are waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant, and 17 die each day while waiting. Living organ donation can change that. Many people don’t realize you can donate more than just a kidney, living donors can also give a portion of their liver, pancreas, or even a lung. The human body is incredibly resilient, allowing donors to live full, healthy lives with just one kidney or a partial organ. Plus, you don’t need an exact blood type match to be a donor, compatibility is more flexible than most think. Living donation is safer than ever, with low risks and strong medical and emotional support systems for donors. Some states even offer tax benefits to help offset costs. Whether donating to a loved one or a stranger, living donors have the power to save lives.
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Celina Serrano
Celina Serrano, MD is a New York-based physician who specializes in Emergency Medicine.
