NJ Top Doctor –Michelle O’Shea, M.D. – Summit Breast Care

Scotch Plains, NJ – February 2013 Dr. Michelle O’Shea of Summit Breast Care, and NJ Top Doc, provides state of the art breast care, for all patients, in a kind, calm and caring manner. Dr. O’Shea trained in general surgery, and has focused only on breast surgery since 2001. She currently serves as Vice-Chief of Surgery, Newton Medical Center in Newton, New Jersey. Dr. O’Shea has received many honors, published four articles, and speaks frequently in  her area of expertise. Dr. O’Shea has also pursued further training in ultrasound guided breast biopsy, stereotactic breast biopsy, sentinel node biopsy and oncoplastic surgical techniques. She has completedspecialty courses  in mammogram and ultrasound evaluation. “The goal of my practice is not just to diagnose breast cancer as early as possible, but also to take the time needed to make sure every patient understands the diagnosis and treatment options and has all questions answered. When the patient understands the decision making involved in breast cancer treatment, we eliminate fear of treatment.”  The approach to the treatment of breast diseases has moved from surgical diagnosis to office based biopsy for diagnosis. Dr. O’Shea and Summit Breast Care provide office based procedures, often on the same Read More

NJ Top Docs and NJ Top Dentists are proud to feature the following January 2013 approved providers:

  Scotch Plains, NJ – February 2013 – NJ Top Docs Inculdes: Acupuncture Dr. Sammy Masri Bergen County Acupuncture, Physical Medicine/Physiatry, Sports Medicine Asthma, Allergy & Immunology Dr. Sunita Kanumury Morris County Breast Surgery Dr. Norman San Agustin Morris County Breast Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery, Surgical Oncology Chiropractic Dr. Marc Picchierri Paramus Medical & Sports Rehab Center Bergen County  Dr. Doug Pucci Pucci Wellness Center Bergen County Colon & Rectal Surgery Dr. Norman San Agustin Morris County Breast Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery, Surgical Oncology Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery The Plastic Surgery Center Monmouth County, Multiple Locations in other Counties Plastic/Cosmetic Surgery, Facial Plastic Surgery, Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery  Facial Plastic Surgery The Plastic Surgery Center Monmouth County, Multiple Locations in other Counties Plastic/Cosmetic Surgery, Facial Plastic Surgery, Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery General Surgery Dr. Norman San Agustin Morris County Breast Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery, Surgical Oncology  Orthopedic Surgery NJ Spine Specialists Union County Orthopedic Surgery & Spinal Disorders OB/GYN The Rubino Group Essex County   Pediatrics  Dr. Mondana Yazdi Wyckoff Pediatrics Bergen County Physical Medicine/Physiatry Dr. Sammy Masri Bergen County Acupuncture, Physical Medicine/Physiatry, Sports Medicine  Plastic/Cosmetic Surgery The Plastic Surgery Center Monmouth County, Multiple Locations in other Read More

Five steps to help improve Physical & Financial Health

For Top Cardiologist in NJ visit: NJTopDocs.com (BPT) – Plans to improve health and finances are among the most common resolutions Americans make each year. Both are worthy goals, but did you know that improving your financial health may boost your physical health as well? “Money problems are a well-known cause of stress, and the negative impact that stress has on one’s physical health is well-documented,” notes Lule Demmissie, managing director of investment products and retirement at TD Ameritrade. “It makes sense that relieving stress through better financial planning, among other remedies, can help contribute to better physical health.” In fact, TD Ameritrade’s Retirement Survey indicates that taking care of at least one important financial task – retirement planning – may help alleviate stress, both today and in the future. Women who started saving for retirement before their 30th birthday and contributed regularly to retirement savings reported feeling less anxious, frustrated or regretful, and more positive and satisfied about retirement compared to those women who waited to begin saving for retirement or who didn’t regularly contribute to their retirement savings. Fortunately, the steps for improving your financial health and physical health resemble each other. Whether your goal is to increase Read More

Rx for the busy parent: Simple tips to reduce stress and feel your best

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(BPT) – Few Americans are more time-strapped than parents. From the moment the alarm chimes, it can feel like a race to get through the day. From prepping for school or day care, to finalizing school projects and running to after-school activities, there’s hardly a moment to spare! And with career demands, the stress of being a busy parent can really set in and negatively affect the body in many ways.

Luckily, some simple tips can help you reduce stress and feel your very best while being a good mom or dad to your family. Dr. Keri Marshall, a licensed naturopathic doctor who specializes in pediatrics, women’s medicine and chronic disease management, understands the high demands of modern parenting. She offers some important tips that all parents should consider to help reduce stress and improve overall health and well-being.

Packing, eating and reheating: Food safety from the store to the table

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(BPT) – Today’s busy families are always on the go, which means less time for shopping, preparing and eating food. However, there is one thing you can’t skimp on no matter how fast you’re going, and that’s food safety. From grocery shopping to reheating leftovers, you can use several tips to ensure that the food you eat isn’t going to make you or your family sick.

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) has a plethora of information for consumers about how to prevent foodborne illness throughout the year.

To make sure that the food you bring home is as safe and delicious as it was at the store, it’s important to know the best way to pack and transport your groceries. In a video on the IFT website, bit.ly/VTwhE5, Jennifer McEntire, PhD, a food scientist and microbiologist offers some advice: