Your Real Champion – “Angel Flight East” Angel Flight East (AFE) is a nonprofit organization that provides free transportation to qualified individuals requiring crucial medical care at distant facilities. AFE serves the Northeast region of the US, and for destinations beyond their reach, they link with other volunteer pilot organizations. […]
I am Constantly Clearing my Throat – Join us to hear an update on various forms of acid reflux. Most people are familiar with GERD (reflux of acid from the stomach into the lower esophagus), but acid that travels higher can irritate tissue in the throat resulting in a condition […]
Current Topics in Pediatrics – Dr. Julie Kardos has a wealth of experience in answering parents’ questions such as, “How sick is sick?” and “How do you know when to take your child to the pediatrician?” With the recent report of cases of measles, who is at risk? What are the […]
Your Real Champion – “Don’t Stall, Just Call” Maria Ciammetti is a loving mother who said goodbye to her youngest child when he died after alcohol intoxication. She turned her grief into a passion to help put other young people in a different direction – to drink responsibly and to […]
How to stay DRY during DRY JANUARY – In our society, people use alcohol to celebrate, socialize, relax and enhance the enjoyment of meals. Heavy intake can lead to short and long-term unwanted consequences like auto accidents, broken relationships with family, friends and work colleagues. Many people are aware of the possible detrimental […]
Contact dermatitis is a common reaction of the skin to an allergen or irritant that might be found in personal products like shampoos, conditioners, soaps, hair dye, make-up, sunscreens, chemicals used in nail salons and more. Learn about the process of identifying the source and current therapies from Dr. Bruce Brod, Director […]
For more than 20 years, Independence Blue Cross has partnered with over 60 nonprofit organizations through their corporate volunteer program called The Blue Crew. Employees, family members, and retirees invest their time and talent to make a positive impact on those in need. Last year, employees donated more than 6200 […]
Dr. Marianne Ritchie was featured on 6ABC in their Art of Aging segment! Watch the clip and learn more here.
How to Prepare for your Annual Physical – January is a good time to pause and reflect about the important items on your calendar for the upcoming year. Having an annual physical with your primary care physician is essential to maintaining good health. The goals include discovering and treating medical conditions […]
Marianne T. Ritchie, MD was one of the first female gastroenterologists practicing in the Philadelphia area. An advocate for over 30 years, Dr. Ritchie developed the PINK PLUS triple cancer screening program, and the BLUE LIGHTS CAMPAIGN for Colon Cancer Awareness.
