Your Real Champion – “Step Up with Tony Melendez” Tony Melendez is a singer and songwriter who plays the guitar. Unlike other musicians, Tony was born without arms and with a club foot. His family had the wisdom to treat him as if he were normal, so he adapted and […]
Tattoos: Risks and Precautions – Before you get a tattoo, be aware of the potential risks including allergic reactions to the various dyes, thickened scars called granulomata, and the possibility of infection. Stick to a licensed artist and visit the shop to see the procedure before you commit to getting […]
“Give Me a Head With Hair!” – On Saturday, September 23, Dr. Marianne T. Ritchie spoke with Dr. George Cotsarelis about common causes of hair loss and the most current therapies.
Your Real Champion – “The Heart and Soul of The Drueding Center“ Nestled in the Northern Liberties section of Philly, The Drueding Center was the FIRST transitional housing center for women and children experiencing homelessness in Philadelphia. Anne Marie Collins is the Vice President and Executive Director of the Center. […]
“Give Me a Head With Hair!” – Learn about common causes of hair loss and the most current therapies from a world-class expert, Dr. George Cotsarelis, Chair of Penn Dermatology.
Sleep Medicine – On Saturday, September 16, Dr. Marianne T. Ritchie spoke with Dr. Richard J. Schwab about why adequate sleep is important, tips for good sleep hygiene, and when you should seek the help of a sleep med specialist if you have symptoms of a sleep disorder.
Of the several tributes found on September 11 of this year, an especially meaningful article was written in the digital publication called IrishStar.com. Among other remnants of life left in the rubble, 200 Claddagh rings were found. This traditional Irish wedding band has special symbolism and the writer draws a […]
Sleep Medicine – Learn why adequate sleep is important, tips for good sleep hygiene, and when you should seek the help of a sleep med specialist if you have symptoms of a sleep disorder.
Genetic Testing – On Saturday, September 9, Dr. Marianne T. Ritchie spoke with Dr. Generosa Grana about the benefits and the concerns of genetic testing, and the differences between genetic testing to look for risk of disease, genetic testing of a tumor, and genetic testing performed by a public company where […]
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.
