Frances Lee has spent her career in healthcare and is currently the Executive Assistant at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper, where she continues to infuse her love and energy. At the height of the pandemic, she rose to the challenge to collect masks and food for the medical […]
Genetic Testing – Genetic testing is considered in several situations. For instance, you might have a family history of a certain disease/condition, so you want to learn if you carry the same mutation which might lead you to get screened earlier or more often than other people without increased risk. DNA testing […]
Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Athletes – The country held its collective breath when Damar Hamlin, and more recently, Bronny James each suffered a cardiac arrest. What are the causes and how commonly does it happen? How do you identify those at risk and what limitations are imposed to prevent sudden […]
On Saturday, August 26, Dr. Marianne T. Ritchie spoke with Dr. Sean P Duffy about how the most updated therapies and how the diagnosis is made for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, one of the top causes of death in the US. The GOLD (Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease) Conference […]
COPD – Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is one of the top causes of death in the US. Listen to this important discussion about the most updated therapies and how the diagnosis is made from Dr. Sean Duffy of the Temple Lung Center. The GOLD (Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung […]
Your Real Champion – “One of Ainsley’s Angels“ Amanda Piccirilli-Hall combines her love of sport with her love of people in a unique way. She has found her purpose in life working with Ainsley’s Angels – a non-profit that enables able-bodied runners to use their legs to push people with […]
Travel Medicine – Of the people who travel to high-risk regions, fewer than half seek advice from a travel medicine provider. Issues that need to be addressed before departure include protection from mosquitoes which can carry Malaria, Zika and other serious illnesses. Depending on the itinerary, duration of travel, and […]
Sexually Transmitted Infections – On Saturday, August 12, Dr. Marianne T. Ritchie spoke with Dr. Sara Keely Schultz about screening, prevention, and therapies, especially the great advances that have occurred in the treatment of HIV. Sexually Transmitted Infections are a major public health problem. They can lead to various complications but in many cases, there are […]
Your Real Champion – “Zeus, the Regal Beagle” There is overwhelming evidence to support the healing power of the relationship between animals and people. Our pets offer friendship and love without judgement. Hear about Zeus, the sweet and faithful puppy who was a constant source of warmth and reassurance during […]
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.
