While the pandemic itself is a severe health crisis, there is another underlying health issue that is deserving of attention as well. More than a third of Americans have reported feeling depressed and anxious as…
Westmed Medical Group at Ridge Hill in Yonkers has announced the renovation and expansion of its outpatient gastroenterology suite, with the goal of increasing access for patients during this critical time when many are now…
Back to school means back to cold and flu season, but COVID-19 is really what is at the top of every parent’s mind. This is why when your kids gets a fever, you may feel…
Though we know that the flu vaccine has prevented millions of flu-related illnesses and flu-related doctor’s visits each year, we know that only approximately 45.3% of adult patients received their flu vaccine during the 2018-2019…
Part of back to school this year means parents will need to do some at-home health screening to ensure their children are healthy enough to attend school in-person. It can be tough to know, especially…
You don’t need to completely overhaul your diet and exercise to develop a healthier lifestyle, you can start by by making a few simple changes to your day-to-day routine. In fact, small, incremental changes can…
New York and Connecticut are two states that have achieved ongoing control of COVID-19, in no small part due to education and commitment to PPE and social distancing protocols set forth by public health authorities.…
Some days, it can be really hard to find the silver lining – especially during a pandemic. Dr. Sandy Marantz, PhD, LCSW at Westmed Medical Group has some helpful advice to help you find happiness…
Chances are, if you are still working from home right now, you are looking for ways to increase your movement and physical activity every day. Despite a lack of access to gyms and organized sports,…
With all of the changes happening in the world and the continuous stream of posts and images shared on social media, there is no doubt our children (however young or old) are picking up on…
During this unprecedented time, we stand together, with you, to keep your children safe and healthy. Our promise to you is to continue to provide superior well baby and child care for your family. We…
Maintaining healthy sleep patterns is important for both physical and mental health. It can also improve productivity and overall quality of life. Dr. Melinda Massoff, behavioral health wants patients to understand the importance of good…
On behalf of our entire team of 1,500 providers, nurses and staff at Westmed Medical Group, I want to thank you for trusting us with being your partner in lifelong care. Your trust and loyalty…
Westmed Medical Group’s Chief Clinical Officer, Maureen Adams, was recently appointed the new chair for the 2020 Westchester Go Red for Women movement. Ms. Adams has spent her career advocating for and improving health care…
Stress is your body’s method of coping with adverse or high-pressure circumstances. While stress is important because it helps you react quickly to dangerous situations, if we are chronically stressed, it can have effects on…
