In small doses, Botox can be used to treat medical conditions such as strabismus (misaligned eyes) and blepharitis (abnormal blinking or twitching). More recently, Botox injections have become one of the most requested procedures in facial rejuvenation. Tune in to learn more from Dr. Bruce Brod, professor of dermatology at […]
This week, Your Radio Doctor® made history and recorded the show in front of a live audience at the beautiful Audacy Studio in Center City, Philadelphia. Listen to this important conversation which includes Dr. Joel Fish, renowned psychologist and Ms. Marguerite Schroeder, gifted singer, attorney and board member from the […]
November 11 marks Veterans Day, a solemn day of reflection when we honor all the men and women who are veterans of the United States Armed Forces past and present. A special thank you to Frank J. Ritchie who served in the U.S. Navy and Dr. Everett J. Gordon who served in […]
Adoption is a permanent decision. The goal of foster care is to ensure a child’s safety, well-being, on a temporary basis with the goal of returning the child to their family once circumstances have improved. While in foster care, children receive love and support from foster parents, also known as […]
This week, our topic is Crohn’s Disease, and Dr. Franz Goldstein was a champion in the diagnosis and treatment of this condition. He lost his entire family in war-torn Germany and came to America alone in 1947. Grateful for his new start, he devoted his life to the art of […]
Inflammatory Bowel Disease appears in two forms. Last week we discussed Ulcerative Colitis which usually centers in the colon. This week our focus is on Crohn’s Disease which can affect any part of the GI tract, so it can present with a wide variety of symptoms.
We are a country that includes people of multiple races, religions, and cultures united by the belief that every citizen has unalienable rights that are inherent and cannot be taken away. The symbol which represents our common beliefs as fellow countrymen is the magnificent and spectacular American flag. Let it […]
Inflammatory bowel disease is a chronic inflammatory condition of the GI tract with two forms. Ulcerative colitis is usually limited to inflammation in the lining of the colon, whereas Crohn’s Disease can affect any part of the GI tract from mouth to rectum. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is often mistaken […]
For 100 years, the American Heart Association has supported research, trained community members in CPR and raised awareness about heart disease and strokes. Funds raised have supported 15 Nobel Prize winners during their careers. Tune in to hear more from David Morris, vice president of the American Heart Association in […]
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.
