2021-02-01 12:00
Devoting a little time every day to care for yourself can go a long way toward protecting the health of your heart. Simple self-care, such as taking a moment to de-stress, giving yours… Read More
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The PMA Medical Specialists blog with blog posts from our doctors and helpful posts about our organization.
2020-05-29 10:00
Hypertension- a canary in the coal mineHypertension, otherwise known as high blood pressure, is a very common problem. About athird of the US adult population has hypertension. It is not a p… Read More
2020-05-20 17:02
High blood pressure affects 1 in 3 adults in the United States. In this article, we explain what high blood pressure is, foods that can help to reduce high blood pressure, and some easy life… Read More
2020-04-02 15:11
Face to Face Healthcare ReimaginedPMA TeleHealth was created out of deep concern for our community and an obligation to provide quality healthcare during the COVID-19 outbreak and beyond. Wh… Read More
2020-03-16 11:28
As you are most likely aware, the Coronavirus (COVID-19) has spread toour area, with diagnoses in the counties that we serve. Rest assured, that we are in communication with the PA Departmen… Read More
2020-02-05 12:32
Heart attacks are a scary thought. Did you know that according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US? However, you can lower… Read More
2019-12-19 20:43
More than 150 area business leaders and community members attended “Social Hour for Social Change,” a Cocktail Party and Silent Auction in support of the Salvation Army, which pr… Read More
2019-08-09 16:53
Annual Exams for SeniorsAnnual exams are vitally important for older adults, whether it's an annual physical or annual wellness visit. A lot can change in your health over the course of one… Read More
2019-07-23 18:19
We are hosting a Cocktail Event – Social Hour for Social Change on Sunday, October 27, at the Sunnybook Ballroom in Pottstown; proceeds from this event will benefit the local Salvation… Read More
2019-06-05 18:38
Did you know there was a month entirely dedicated to raising awareness for issues impacting the health and wellness of men and boys?The month also coincides with Men’s Health Week (Jun… Read More
2019-04-11 11:00
2019 marks the 50th birthday of PMA Medical Specialists, a multi-specialty physician practice serving thousands of patients in Montgomery, Chester and Delaware Counties. The group, whi… Read More
2019-02-20 13:51
Did you know that people who have close relationships at home, work, or in their community tend to be healthier and live longer? One reason, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood… Read More
2019-01-17 16:28
January brought a new year and a new Primary Care Team to PMA at Suburbia Square. Patients are now able to schedule an appointment with James P. Corrigan, DO, M.ED., Family Practice Med… Read More
2019-01-17 16:06
K. M. Anwar Hussain, MDPMA Medical Specialists is proud to announce that K. M. AnwarHussain, MD, PhD, FASNC, FACP, FACC has joined the growing multi-specialty medical group. Dr. Hussain brin… Read More
2019-01-04 15:57
We're hashtag#PMAProud of the staff members who spearheaded opportunities to give back to our communities last year, and to those individuals who contributed. Choosing to give at a local le… Read More
2018-10-15 12:00
It’s Holiday Time...Uh, oh.The holiday season is rapidly approaching. We’re about to be bombarded by deliciously addictive sugary and starchy foods. Yum. This is the least wonder… Read More
2018-09-28 16:44
PFAC Council MembersPMA Medical Specialists launched a new initiative this summer as part of their CPC+ Partnership – Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC). PMA was selected early… Read More
2018-09-07 12:30
Hi, I am Eric Sodicoff, M.D. Primary Care Internal Medicine doctor and Obesity Medicine Specialist at PMA Medical Specialists. I frequently query my patients about how much sugar they consum… Read More
2018-08-10 10:05
Chest pain, loss of consciousness, heat stroke, severe bleeding and other serious and life-threatening illnesses always need the fastest and most advanced medical care available. Witho… Read More
2018-07-16 14:45
Annual Physical ExamsAnnual physical exams are vitally important for children of all ages, whether it's an annual back-to-school physical or sports exam. A lot can change in a child's health… Read More
2018-06-06 00:01
Do you know the signs of high blood pressure? It’s a trick question — because HBP, also known as the “silent killer,” typically has no symptoms. That’s why it&r&hell…Read More
2018-05-10 11:00
Under new American Heart Association guidelines announced in 2017, the definition of high blood pressure is lower, and the number of U.S. adults considered to have high blood pressure has in… Read More
2018-05-09 13:51
Even if your numbers are within the normal range on the new American Heart Association blood pressure chart, May is the perfect month to check your blood pressure and give your lifestyle a c… Read More
2018-04-11 14:35
The Chronic Care Management team assists in building a team-based approach with the Physician, Home Health Agency, Patient and Family. We strongly encourage self-management skills and a… Read More
2018-03-27 13:28
One should never let anxiety or superstition cloud their ability to stay healthy. Colorectal cancer screening colonoscopies save lives by removing precancerous polyps before they turn i… Read More
2018-03-26 12:00
The most worrisome risk of a colonoscopy is a perforation. The risk of perforation is less than one in a 1000 and the risk of bleeding is less than 1%. In the vast majority of the… Read More
2018-03-23 17:32
Colorectal cancer is one of only a few cancers that can be prevented because colorectal cancer screening (colonoscopy) allows doctors to find and remove hidden growths before they become can… Read More
2018-03-22 11:52
Hyperplastic polyps, the most common nonneoplastic polyp, are small polyps that measure 1 to 5 mm in size. Short, Matthew W., et al. “Colorectal Cancer Screening an… Read More
2018-03-20 11:52
Times have changed since patients were required many years ago to consume a gallon of salty bowel prep.Today's Colonoscopy PrepThese days bowel preps are generally 2 liters, they can be cons… Read More
2018-03-19 15:34
Colorectal cancer in its early stages usually has no symptoms, so patients 50 and older should get screened. Importantly, in patients at any age with gastrointestinal problems, anemia o… Read More
2018-03-16 12:36
The vast majority of colon cancers occur in patients without a family history of colon cancer. It is estimated that 1 in 19 men and 1 in 20 women will get colon cancer. The sad fact is… Read More
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