(ARA) – "Wellness" has become a buzzword among the public, health care practitioners and legislators alike. But what exactly does it mean, and how can people benefit from it? The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) defines wellness as "an active process that promotes health and enhances quality of life." Click here to read more... ...read more
By Exceed Magazine May 20, 2010
In-office laser teeth whitening is much powerful and effective than take-home teeth whitening. Every dental office offers some kind of teeth whitening. One hour teeth whitening procedure uses UV light and high strength whitening gel. Total appointment length is around 1.5 hours including prep time. Actual procedure time is divided into four 15 minute sessions. We have seen average 6-8 shade improvement on patients. Result: Everyone gets a different result because everybody's teeth are different. Some patients' teeth get 7 shades whiter whereas some patients' teeth get only 4 shades whiter. It depends on tooth structure and genetics. Also, some people experience high sensitivity and some don't experience any. Sensitivity lasts only for 1-2 days after the treatment though. Post Treatment Care: If patient smokes or drinks lot of coffee or red wine, their teeth tend to absorb stains faster. To maintain whiter teeth, patient should keep using touch up kit (provided with the one hour whitening) occasionally. Frequency of using touch up kit depends on daily habits of eating or drinking dark colored food and beverages. www.aftonfamilydental.com ...read more
By Afton Family Dental May 04, 2010
We've just published a new edition of our newsletter! You can check it out on our website and get the latest information from Farber Hal MD. Let us know what you think! Read It Now Here ...read more
By Hal Farber M.D. April 26, 2010
We've just published a new edition of our newsletter! You can check it out on our website and get the latest information from Farber Hal MD. Let us know what you think! Read It Now Here ...read more
By Hal Farber M.D. April 25, 2010
We've just published a new edition of our newsletter! You can check it out on our website and get the latest information from Farber Hal MD. Let us know what you think! Read It Now Here ...read more
By Hal Farber M.D. March 16, 2010
Dr. Charlene Brock is now part of a new practice owned by St. Christopher's Hospital for Children. Along with Dr. Eileen Tyrala, she is working at StChris Care at Falls Center, at 3300 Henry Avenue in the East Falls section of Philadelphia. This is the site of the former Medical College of Pennsylania, where Dr. Brock attended medical school. Well baby care, school and camp physicals, and same day urgent visits are provided. Free prenatal visits are offered as well. Dr. Brock has been practicing pediatrics in the Roxborough/East Falls area of the city for 27 years. Most insurances are accepted. The office is close to the Roosevelt Boulevard, the Schuylkill Expressway, and Kelly Drive, and is also easily accessible by bus. For appointments, call 215-438-3300 ...read more
By Brock Charlene MD July 10, 2009
By TUB October 22, 2015
Kindred Hospital in South Philadelphia did a better job than the previous facility. When my mom went to Kindred they made attempts to help her that others places didn't. Right from the start Kindred was proactive in her care. We are very pleased and satisfied. ...read more
By mindofamensa October 10, 2015
An absolute nightmare for employees. If you are thinking of working here, I encourage you to ask on your interview about the turnaround rate. The average floor nurse remains for about 6 months. The floor nurses are treated worse than the ones who work triage. You will have a lot of pressure and resposibilities and you are expected to be perfect at what you do or you will be written up. There is at least one spy (suck up) in each dep't who reports to management about you. The manager plays favorites and is extremely weak at handling disputes or parental complaints. In an environment of mainly caucasian employees, it is mainly the blacks who are written up and fired. Their number one priority is patient care (a good thing), but it comes at a great cost for employees. ...read more
By VictorU August 20, 2015
I came to kindred Hospital in South Philadelphia from another hospital that feed me peanut butter and jelly sandwichs for dinner. I didn't get to choose my meals.I am also diabetic and the choice of meal was not nutritious. Nutrition is a big factor in healing. At Kindred the dietitian and kitchen have worked together to make sure my dietary needs are met. I am given choice of meals and the food is good. ...read more
Liver doctors, also known as hepatologists, treat and help prevent diseases of the liver. Although patients with diagnosed disorders such as hepatitis, liver cancer and cirrhosis must seek the help of a liver doctor, healthy individuals with a family history of liver disease should consider ... ...read more
Most doctor offices are designed with the patient in mind. Most people get nervous and impatient while waiting for their appointment. Here are some good ideas for ways to furnish your office with a relaxing atmosphere and comfortable for the patients. ...read more