07.22.2023 Columns Shelter Island Reporter medical column: What is A Fib? We’ve all seen those TV ads during “Jeopardy!” for blood thinners with weird names for people with “A Fib.” So, what is A Fib? A Fib is short for...
05.24.2023 Around the Island Medical column: Getting the most out of your doctor’s appointment Many years ago, my 82-year-old mother made an appointment with her doctor to discuss recent complaints of wheezing and hip pain. Following her appointment I asked, “How did it...
04.20.2023 Around the Island The Pulse: Doc, Is My Cholesterol Too High? In The Pulse, a new monthly column, Dr. Jerome Zisfein will offer facts and guidance to help readers understand medical topics of general interest. Many patients ask me, “What...