Medical Services Archives - Reliant Medical Group

Did You Know that Birth Control has Benefits Beyond Preventing Pregnancy?

Mar 27, 2019 / No Comments

By Michele Sinopoli, MD Reliant Medical Group Obstetrics and Gynecology Many women enjoy the convenience of using a hormonal birth control method, such as oral contraceptive pills, arm implant, …

Medical Minute: Fine Vs. Gross Motor Skills

Mar 20, 2019 / No Comments

Alexandra King, Occupational Therapist, talks about fine and gross motor skill development in this Medical Minute. Learn about the difference between fine and gross motor skills, and the services …

Getting My First Colonoscopy – a Patient Testimonial

Mar 20, 2019 / 1 Comment

March is Colonoscopy Awareness Month. We know that many people put off scheduling this potentially life-saving exam. However, we often hear from patients after the fact that it wasn’t …

Life after Bariatric Surgery Group Recipes of the Month – March 2019

Mar 15, 2019 / No Comments

Great make ahead recipes for the week that include fruits, vegetables and/or whole grains. Chicken Quinoa Bowls with Balsamic Dressing Makes 4 servings Ingredients ¼ cup balsamic vinegar 2/3 …

It’s Never Too Late for Resolutions

Mar 2, 2019 / No Comments

By Danielle Barry, PhD Psychologist, Division of Behavioral Health Did you make a New Year’s resolution this year? Did you keep it? 45% of Americans make a New Year’s …

Medical Minute: Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy – What to Expect

Feb 26, 2019 / No Comments

Olga Treko, Doctor of Physical Therapy, discusses what to expect at a pelvic floor physical therapy appointment. Find out the reasons you may need pelvic floor physical therapy, what …

Medical Mythbuster: I Keep Losing My Car Keys, is it a Sign of Alzheimer’s Disease?

Feb 22, 2019 / No Comments

By David B. Sommer, MD MPH Reliant Medical Group Neurology To forget is human. Our brains are not perfect machines, and we all forget important things sometimes. Most of …

Medical Minute: Congestive Heart Failure

Feb 14, 2019 / No Comments

Nurse Practitioner Laura Small discusses the types of congestive heart failure, symptoms, and causes in this Medical Minute. Learn more about this chronic condition that affects the heart’s ability …

Medical Minute: Nuclear Stress Test Explained

Feb 8, 2019 / No Comments

In addition to an exercise stress test, your doctor may order a nuclear stress test. This is done by using an imaging machine to create pictures showing the blood …

Medical Minute: Stress Test and What to Expect

Feb 8, 2019 / No Comments

If you’ve been scheduled for an exercise stress test, watch this video to find out what to expect! Dr. Robert Harizi, Chief of Cardiology; Joan Arakelian, Nurse Practitioner, Cardiology; …

Dealing with Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Feb 2, 2019 / No Comments

By Michael Papper, MD Division of Gastroenterology Anyone who has suffered from IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) knows that life isn’t easy when your digestive tract isn’t working right. Unfortunately, …

Six Ways to Promote Empathy in Children

Jan 28, 2019 / No Comments

By Helene Titelbaum, LICSW Pediatric Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician There’s no doubt that we live in an increasingly self-centered age. Whether attention-seeking celebrities or friends and family addicted …

Stressed About Your MRI? Our New Technology Helps Reduce Anxiety

Jan 20, 2019 / 4 Comments

An MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) exam is one of the important tools your doctor has to diagnose a medical problem. However, patients can often feel anxious when undergoing an …

Life after Bariatric Surgery Group Recipes of the Month –January 2019

Jan 15, 2019 / No Comments

Turkey Breakfast Burritos Perfect to freeze and then toss in the microwave for a hot breakfast in minutes! Makes 8 burritos Ingredients 12 eggs ¼ cup low-fat milk 1 …

Vasectomy – a Proven Birth Control Procedure for Men

Jan 2, 2019 / No Comments

By Jessica Day, NP Reliant Division of Urology A vasectomy is a quick, relatively painless, and most importantly, 99% effective birth control procedure for men. This outpatient, in-office procedure …

What to Do if You Are Diagnosed With Prediabetes

Dec 11, 2018 / No Comments

By Dr. Donny Chang Reliant Division of Endocrinology According to the Center for Disease Control, more than 84 million Americans are believed to have prediabetes, and most are unaware …

Is it Safe to Exercise During Pregnancy?

Nov 11, 2018 / No Comments

By Dr. Michele Sinopoli Reliant Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology There are a lot of myths and misconceptions about exercising during pregnancy. This often causes some women to avoid …

Have You Received Your Flu Shot?

Oct 30, 2018 / No Comments

By Dr. Alwyn Rapose Division of Infectious Diseases Reliant Medical Group The flu can do more than make you sick and miserable. It can cause severe illness and lead …

Life after Bariatric Surgery Group Recipes of the Month – October 2018

Oct 16, 2018 / No Comments

Thai Chicken Collard Wrap Make your wraps ahead of time without getting a soggy tortilla! Makes 4 servings Ingredients Collard Greens (usually 1 leaf per wrap, the bigger the …

Chronic Stress Effects on the Body

Oct 16, 2018 / 1 Comment

One of our ReadyMED providers, Dr. Quang Le, helped us discuss the effects that chronic stress can have on your health in the following video:

Stress: What You Need To Know

Oct 16, 2018 / No Comments

One of our ReadyMED providers, Dr. Quang Le, helped us discuss the impacts of stress on the body in the following video:

Three Healthy Reasons to Put Pumpkin on Your Plate

Oct 10, 2018 / 4 Comments

By Ann Pantazis, MS, RD, LDN, CDE – Manager of Nutrition and Endocrinology Pumpkins are especially popular around this time of year, but did you know that there’s more …

Should Yoga Be Your Only Workout Routine?

Oct 5, 2018 / 1 Comment

By Karen Fleming, NP Reliant Medical Group Internal Medicine The next time you roll out your yoga mat, chances are that you’re not alone – yoga is more popular …

How to Make Healthier Choices When Eating Fast Food

Oct 4, 2018 / No Comments

By Stacey Maslow, MD Southborough Medical Group Pediatrics No matter where you live, you’re probably not far from a fast food restaurant. While convenient for our on-the-go lifestyles, many …

Medical Mythbuster: Can Wearing Flip-Flops Protect Against Athlete’s Foot?

Sep 24, 2018 / No Comments

By Russell Cournoyer, DPM Reliant Medical Group Podiatry We all know that public showers, locker rooms and swimming pools can be breeding grounds for athlete’s foot. That’s because the …

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Did You Know that Birth Control has Benefits Beyond Preventing Pregnancy?

Medical Minute: Fine Vs. Gross Motor Skills

Getting My First Colonoscopy – a Patient Testimonial