“What we find more commonly is people have an under-recognized problem, something called exercise induced laryngeal obstruction. Now, we are one of the few clinics in the world that can actually diagnose this”
“What we find more commonly is people have an under-recognized problem, something called exercise induced laryngeal obstruction. Now, we are one of the few clinics in the world that can actually diagnose this”
Advances in technology are making strides in the world of orthopedic surgery. If a tool provides consistent and reproducible results, it is added to the surgeon’s arsenal for treating patients.
What is robotics-assisted surgery and how can it benefit you? Dr. Deidre Blake, orthopedic surgeon and Medical Director of Cayuga Orthopedics discusses the role it plays in orthopedic surgery.
“I know these conversations are really difficult, but it’s also on all of us as providers to have the courage to ask the questions. We have to get to a point where we normalize this discussion.”
Downhill, cross-country, skate skiing, even uphill—on groomed trails, off the beaten path, through the forest, or across a snowed-over golf course—skiing popularity remains evergreen. Of course, along with the joy and exhilaration of the sport comes skiing-related injuries.
For those who are obese, losing weight with diet and exercise doesn’t always provide the results needed for optimal health. Individuals with a body mass index (BMI) above 40—or those with a BMI above 35 and who experience comorbidities—may be candidates for bariatric weight loss surgery.
Although melanoma is not the most common form of skin cancer, it is one of the most aggressive. However, unlike many other types of cancer, the patient has a lot of control when it comes to prevention and early detection.
With the proper precautions, including keeping your skin safe from the sun and regular visits to the dermatologist, melanoma can be removed from the body during its early stages—or avoided altogether.
Cardiologist Dr. Marcis Sodums from the Cayuga Heart Institute explains available treatments for uterine fibroids and Pelvic Congestion Syndrome.
Oncology Nurse Navigator Deborah Danko discusses best practices for preparing for a life-saving procedure: the colonoscopy.
Licensed Massage Therapist at Rasa Spa, Sarah Marshall, highlights the benefits of cupping, which is now available.