Did you know that nicotine use continues even though it is a health hazard? It has a powerful effect on brain chemistry and emotions making it difficult to quit the habit, thanks to withdrawal. Unfortunately, cigarette smoking continues to be the leading cause of preventable death in the U.S. and causes around 90% of all deaths from lung cancer. In... read more »
Fall is just around the corner and that means wearing big cardigans, toasty scarves, fashionable boots and gearing up for the holiday season. This quickly approaching busy time means not having a lot of extra hours in the day to reach one's body goals. But Dr. John Abroon's office offers patients the option of having truSculpt® iD to help you... read more »
Are you wanting to gain permanent residency in the United States? Did you know that to qualify, whether for a child or an adult, you will need to pass a medical exam? Unlike routine checkups and exams for medical treatment, this exam will bring you one step closer to achieving your permanent residency should you pass the screening. By passing... read more »
One of the benefits of offering same-day urgent care is that we can see patients with a variety of illnesses or injuries without you having to go to a hospital emergency room. Many emergency visits can successfully be treated in an urgent care setting, and that's good news for you. Emergency room hospital bills can cost over $1000 easily, same-day... read more »
When it comes to your health, cholesterol is an important part of your body's needs. Created in the liver, the main food source of cholesterol can only come from animal products like meat and dairy. Beef, pork, chicken, milk, cheese and ice cream can all impact your cholesterol levels. Your body requires cholesterol for its role in producing sex hormones,... read more »
Breathing problems can arise at any age from a variety of issues such as pneumonia, pulmonary edema, pulmonary fibrosis, and acute bronchitis, and manifest itself by sounding like bubbling, crackling or clicking stemming from the lower airways of your lungs. Another reason is shortness of breath or trouble catching your breath whether you are active or inactive at the time.... read more »
As the weather warms up allergy season is on the horizon, and you might find yourself sneezing because of what's in the air. But allergies don't just come with pollen and the change of seasons. You can actually have allergies to certain foods any time of the year. Food allergies are the result of your body's abnormal response, thanks to... read more »
At the medical office of Dr. John Abroon, our board-certified internist, we are proud to offer our patients the latest in weight loss technology to help them achieve and maintain a beautiful, healthy body. One of the ways we help our patients get the body sculpting they desire is through truSculpt® iD in NYC’s Upper East Side. Complementing your truSculpt... read more »
It can be easy to take your hearing for granted. Most of us don't think about it unless something happens and hearing becomes difficult or steadily diminishes. Safety is one reason we rely on our hearing, but also for our day-to-day communication and socializing. Whether you are communicating at home, school, work, the grocery store or the dentist's office, your hearing... read more »
2020 has been a stressful year on many levels and now more than ever, you might struggle with getting a good night's sleep. There is a wide range of factors that can cause you to lose much-needed sleep, and the effects can leave you chronically fatigued throughout your day, and even lead to health issues long term. Dr. John Abroon... read more »