Thompson Health names associate of the year, ‘shining stars’ Director of ICU and Observation Nursing Mary Kate Corey was recently named UR Medicine Thompson
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Nationally renowned pediatric oncologist joins MVP
MVP Health Care announced the appointment of physician Bruce Himelstein as chief medical officer. Himelstein will lead MVP’s medical management strategy by implementing policies
Problem Gambling in the Workplace
By Jennifer Faringer As gambling opportunities expand in our community, gambling has also made its way into the workplace. Currently approximately 5% or 668,000
Lisa Smith, M.D.
New president of Monroe County Medical Society wants to reduce administrative burden for doctors, among other goals By Chris Motola Q: You’re the new
Want to Relax? Try ‘Floating’
Bodymind Float Center in Rochester takes relaxation to whole new level By Christine Green Imagine being in a deep, peaceful state of meditation. Your
Nurse Practitioners Stepping in for Physicians
Report shows rise in number of NPs in medically underserved area as number of doctors in those place declines By Mike Costanza More and
Do’s & Don’ts: Summer Fitness for Women
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Warm, sun-filled days can jumpstart your fitness routine. Try these tips from area experts to make this your fittest summer
Eat Right This Summer
Picnics, parties, barbecues, ice cream stands — they’re all summer staples and all ways to derail your healthful eating plan. Three area experts offered
5 Things You Need to Know About Skin Cancer Prevention
By Ernst Lamothe Jr. Simply put, skin cancer or melanoma is one of the deadliest of skin cancers. In 2019, it is estimated that
The Truth About Sciatica
By Bill Ferris, DC The term sciatica has been used, often incorrectly, to explain the pain in a person’s leg, buttock and low back.






