NJ Top Dentists Approves Dr. Rupali Wadhwa of Morristown Orthodontics for 2017! Scotch Plains, NJ – June 29, 2017 NJ Top Dentists has reviewed and approved , Dr. Rupali Wadhwa again for 2017! After being reviewed and approved by the NJ Top Docs / NJ Top Dentists team, Dr. Rupali Wadhwa of Morristown Orthodontics has been awarded with the title of NJ Top Dentist 2017. Dr. Wadhwa earned her Doctorate of Dental Medicine and Master of Science in Orthodontics from Oklahoma University School of Dental Medicine in 1997. Following her Doctorate, she spent the next eight years in Pittsburgh as Assistant Professor and Research Director of Orthodontics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. She then moved on to open her own private practice. As a leading orthodontist, Dr. Rupali Wadhwa works with young children, adolescents, and adults while providing diagnosis and treatment plans for her patients. Dr. Wadhwa feels that each case provides her with unique challenges and rewards after special, individual attention is given to each patient. Her scientific and artistic approach to each procedure provides patients with a unique advantage. A few areas of service that Dr. Wadhwa offers include: Invisalign®, Read More
In honor of World Hepatitis Day, which is July 28th, NJ Top Docs reached out to our reviewed and approved healthcare practitioners to learn the Hepatitis, A,B, C’s. For those who are unaware, Hepatitis is a disease that causes liver inflammation. The most common types of viral hepatitis are Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C. A Hepatitis A is a very contagious liver infection that can last for a few weeks to a few months. Usually, this virus is spread when someone ingests food or drink that has been contaminated by feces of an infected person. This infection can be easily prevented with a vaccination – which is recommended for all children 1 year of age and older to receive. “At Digestive Healthcare (DHC), we are excited to be the leaders in innovation for nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). By participating in cutting-edge studies, performing convenient in-house liver biopsies (radiologic imaging) and offering free FibroScan tests, we are committed to helping patients with this form of hepatitis.”, NJ Top Doc, Dr. Charles A. Accurso, Founder and Medical Director, DHC B Hepatitis B is a liver disease that occurs when infected by the hepatitis B virus. Unfortunately with Hepatitis Read More
NJ Top Docs Presents, Plaza Family Care Scotch Plains, NJ – June 8, 2017 Plaza Family Care has two locations, one in Hackettstown and one in Chester, New Jersey. The practice has been specializing in family care, pediatrics, and internal medicine since 1973. Plaza Family Care is open 365 days a year and provides pediatric services including: Comprehensive care for infants, children, and adolescents All recommended immunizations Allergy evaluation and management Pulmonary Function Testing Asthma Treatment Monthly newborn classes Separate sick and well waiting areas to minimize contagion Child friendly exam rooms Minor Surgeries like: Lacerations Skin Lesions Ear Piercing Patrick Caruso, M.D., F.A.A.P, Adam Dick, M.D., F.A.A.P, Melissa M. Libert, D.O, and Kristen Walsh, M.D., F.A.A.P, along with Family Practitioner, Unnati Tailor, D.O. have been reviewed and approved by NJ Top Docs. Plaza Family Care also offers an internal medicine division that provides comprehensive adolescent and adult care services, including but not limited to: Routine Late Adolescent Exams Adult Annual Exams Immunizations: Adult and Adolescent Pulmonary Function Testing/Asthma Gastroenterology Colonoscopy Reviewed and approved internists of Plaza Family Care include, Jim C. Chang, M.D. and Lillian Theune, D.O. To learn more about Plaza Family Care, Read More
In the United States, June is designated as PTSD Awareness Month and June 27th is the specific day designated for National PTSD Awareness. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition experienced by 7- 8% of the population. About 8 million American adults will have PTSD during any given year – which is only a small portion of those who’ve suffered through a traumatic event. A traumatic event is defined as any experience that threatens your life or safety, or if you witness something horrible happening to someone else. For example, here are a few types of traumatic events that could lead to development of PTSD: Military combat Sexual Assault Physical Assault Child Abuse Serious Car Accidents Natural Disasters (Hurricanes, Fires, Tornadoes, Floods, Earthquakes, Etc.) Terrorist Attacks The similarity between all of these different types of events is the fact that you may not have control over what’s going on, causing extreme fear and panic. Experiencing a traumatic event is not rare, in fact, half of the American population has been through a traumatic event at some point in their life. Out of those people, around 1 in 10 men develop PTSD along Read More
NJ Top Docs and NJ Top Dentists are proud to feature the following May 2017 approved providers: (Please note that all listings hyperlinked in blue are links to their online profile. Those that are bolded in black do not have an online profile at this time.) NJ Top Docs Include: Acupuncture Monmouth County Dr. Liping Wang Cardiology Bergen County Dr. Brad Herman Cardiology & Internal Medicine Bergen County Dr. Stephen Sherer Chiropractic Care Warren County Dr. James Fedich Gastroenterology Burlington County Dr. Joseph Savon Essex County Dr. Andrew B. Stefaniwsky Internal Medicine Cumberland County Dr. Fiore J. Copare Dr. Ekram L. Hanna Essex County Dr. Nudrat F. Ayub Morris County Dr. Gregg Marella Dr. Kishwar Shareef Union County Dr. Edward A. Adler Nephrology Mercer County Dr. David Y. Pai Obstetrics & Gynecology Bergen County Dr. Hetal Gor Middlesex County Dr. Niyati Davda Orthopedic Surgery Bergen County Dr. James Hale Dr. Nicholas Alexander Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Hunterdon County Dr. Philip J. Glassner Pediatric Care Hudson County Dr. Andrzej Klos Gloucester County Advocare Laurel Pediatrics Podiatry Atlantic County Dr. Stuart W. Honick Morris County Dr. Jordan Steinberg Pulmonology & Critical Care Bergen County Dr. Daniel M. Suffin Psychiatry & Behavioral Health Bergen County Dr. Wilbert Yeung Radiology Read More
Take a look at this month’s featured recipe! For June 2017 our featured healthy recipe is Barbecue Chicken Peach Feta Slaw! Here’s how to make this delicious side! Ingredients: 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 1/2 cups sliced fresh peaches (about 2 medium) 1 (12-oz.) pkg. broccoli slaw 3 (6-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut crosswise into 1-in. strips 1/4 cup barbecue sauce 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives 1 ounce feta cheese, crumbled (about 1/4 cup) 2 center-cut bacon slices, cooked and crumbled Preparation: Combine 4 tablespoons oil, vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add peaches and slaw to vinegar mixture; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle chicken evenly with remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper and remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken to pan; cook 6 minutes or until done. Place chicken in a large bowl. Add barbecue sauce to bowl; toss. Divide slaw mixture evenly among 4 plates; top evenly with chicken strips. Sprinkle with chives, feta, and bacon.
Dr. Michael Betsy is Celebrating One Year being Recognized as an NJ Top Doc! Dr. Michael Betsy is celebrating one year being recognized as an NJ Top Doc. Born and raised in Park Ridge, New Jersey, Dr. Michael Betsy graduated from Don Bosco Prep in 1990 and was Class Salutatorian. He earned Varsity letters in football and ice hockey and served as team captain in both sports in his senior year. He was inducted into the National Honor Society as a sophomore, was an active member of the school’s Peer Ministry program and was involved in student government, serving as Senior Class President. In his senior year he was a Bergen Record ‘Scholar of the Week’ and was named by the Bergen Record as one of the Top 25 Local College Football Prospects. He received the Distinguished Athlete Award from The United States Marine Corps and was a recipient of the school’s prestigious Ironman Award. After graduating from Don Bosco, he attended Harvard University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Biology, graduating with Cum Laude distinction. While at Harvard he played Varsity Football and Junior Varsity Lacrosse. Dr. Betsy then returned to Don Bosco Prep to become a member Read More
Central Jersey’s Edward D. Buch, M.D., Is a Top Doctor! Scotch Plains, NJ – May 16, 2017 Edward D. Buch, M.D. of Central Jersey Surgeons is an approved New Jersey Top Doctor. Dr. Buch has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and for the past eight years he has been named among the top doctors in New Jersey. Edward D. Buch, M.D. is a Board Certified Vascular Surgeon and is also certified in Vascular Technology and Wound Care. He is a member of the American Medical Association, the New Jersey Vascular Society, the North American Phlebology Society, the Society of Wound Care, the American College of Surgeons, the Society of Vascular Surgeons, and the American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Buch is the founder of Central Jersey Surgeons located in Hillsborough, New Jersey and is also a co-founder of Somerset Ambulatory Surgical Center located in Somerville, New Jersey. A few of the vascular surgeries and services that Edward D.Buch, M.D. provides are: Aneurysms Carotid Artery Stenosis Dialysis Access, Creation, Insertion, and Maintenance Peripheral Arterial Disease Treatments Renal Artery Stenosis Varicose Vein Treatments To learn more about Edward D. Buch, M.D., F.A.C.S. and his specialties please visit Read More
Central Jersey’s Teddy L. Atik, M.D., Is a Top Doctor! Scotch Plains, NJ – May 16, 2017 Teddy L. Atik, M.D. of Central Jersey Hand Surgery is an approved New Jersey Top Doctor. Dr. Atik has offices located in Eatontown, Freehold, and Toms River where his practice dedicates itself to problems of the hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, and microsurgery. Teddy L. Atik M.D. specializes in minimally invasive procedures including: Single Incision Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery Trigger Finger Release Endoscopic Cubital Tunnel Release Needle Aponeurotomy for Dupuytren’s Contracture Atik is actually one of seven surgeons in the US who received training in France from the doctor who invented this procedure! Arthroscopic Wrist Surgery Small Incision Fixation of Hand and Wrist Fractures. Dr. Atik is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and is affiliated with a multitude of hospitals and surgical centers throughout New Jersey. Atik is also a dedicated member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Association for Hand Surgery, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the New York Hand Society, the Philadelphia Hand Society, the Eastern Othopaedic Association, Steel City Hand Club, the Medical Society of New Jersey, and the American Medical Association. Read More
NJ Top Docs and NJ Top Dentists are proud to feature the following April 2017 approved providers: (Please note that all listings hyperlinked in blue are links to their online profile. Those that are bolded in black do not have an online profile at this time.) NJ Top Docs Include: Cardiology Union County Dr. Mark J. Krell Chiropractic Care Bergen County Dr. Peter Ferraro Gastroenterology Bergen County Dr. Rosario Ligresti Middlesex County Dr. Jozsef Duhl Morris County Dr. John N. Franzese Ocean County Dr. Scott Schlachter Dr. Neal Winzelberg Dr. Jill Collier Internal Medicine Bergen County Dr. Rhonda A. Hagler Cape May County Dr. Arthur Childs Mercer County Dr. Guy Nee Union County Dr. Alberto Lopez-Silvero Dr. Richard Berardi Internal Medicine & Sports Mercer County Dr. Michael E. Loreti Nephrology Middlesex County Dr. Steven Kim Orthopedic Surgery Bergen County Dr. Paul Kovatis Essex County Femino-Ducey-Queler Orthopaedic Group Monmouth County Dr. Gregory Roehrig Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Bergen County Dr. Rapahel Longobardi Monmouth County Dr. Michael Greller Dr. David V. Lopez Pediatric Cardiology Essex County Dr. Donald Putman Dr. Joshua Dyme Pediatric Care Union County The Pediatric Center Psychiatry Bergen County Dr. Sergio Yero Reproductive Medicine & Infertility Bergen County Dr. Jane Miller Middlesex County Dr. Michael Read More