[OPLINLIST] What's New on NetWellness - September 2006

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What's New on NetWellness - September 2006

September is National Sickle Cell Month!

Sickle cell anemia is an inherited blood disorder that affects more than
80,000 Americans and over two million people carry the trait that allows
them to pass it on to their children.  In support of National Sickle
Cell Month, NetWellness is pleased to premier a new health topic on
Sickle Cell Anemia.   

This topic contains original content authored by new NetWellness expert
Anthony Villella, MD of Case Western Reserve University, and links to
information from leading national and research organizations.  Please
visit the Sickle Cell Anemia health topic and the monthly feature for
more information.  

September's Department Feature -- Case's Division of Gastroenterology
and Hepatology

The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is affiliated with the
School of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University and MetroHealth
Medical Center.  Experts from the Division of Gastroenterology answer
user questions and write original content for NetWellness health topics
Digestive Disorders and Colon Cancer.

The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at MetroHealth Medical
Center was established in the mid 1900's as a premier center for the
diagnosis and treatment of various gastrointestinal and liver disorders.
Through the years, the Division has continually provided clinical
expertise, scientific innovation, education, and leadership to the
community. Faculty members are recognized at both a local and national
level for their contribution to research and clinical excellence. 

As an affiliate to Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine,
the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology maintains a strong
academic foundation while providing cutting edge health care in this
medical specialty. Each faculty member is board certified in the
specialty of Gastroenterology and also has an academic appointment to
the Case Western Reserve School of Medicine. The Division has a strong
commitment to patient care and dedication to clinical and basic
research.

Current NetWellness experts from the Division of Gastroenterology and
Hepatology include: Roy Ferguson, MD Director and Chair; Julia
Gore-Thornton, MD; Hemangi Kale, MD; and Annette Kyprianou, MD.

New Topic - Bleeding and Clotting Disorders!

Hemostasis is the body's system for controlling bleeding and clotting.
Normally, there is a delicate balance at work to ensure that there is
enough - but not too much - clotting power in the blood. Not enough
clotting power leads to bleeding problems, whereas too much clotting
power (thrombophilia) can lead to the formation of dangerous blood
clots. The state of this normal balance between bleeding and clotting
differs from person to person, and many things can upset the balance.
When abnormalities occur in any part of the body's bleeding/clotting
control system, excessive bleeding or clotting can be the result. 

NetWellness welcomes visitors to the new Bleeding and Clotting Disorders
health topic. We have three new experts joining our team to answer
questions specifically on bleeding and clotting disorders: Spero R.
Cataland, MD and Michael J. Stanek, DO from the James Cancer Hospital &
Solove Research Institute from the College of Medicine at The Ohio State
University, and Elizabeth A. Varga, MS, CGC from the Division of Human
Genetics in the Department of Internal Medicine at the College of
Medicine at The Ohio State University. The join their colleagues Eric H.
Kraut, MD , Yousef Mohammad, MD, MSc , and Mark Wurster, MD who are all
currently NetWellness experts in other areas. 

New Articles - Vascular Surgery

Dr. Amy Reed from the University of Cincinnati's Division of Vascular
Surgery in the College of Medicine has written two articles different
vascular issues. The first, Trio of Tests Can Detect Vascular Disease
Earlier, describes three non-invasive tests that diabetics, those who
have high blood pressure or cholesterol, and those who have a family
history of vascular disease and are over the age of 60 should have
performed. Early detection is the key to treating vascular disease
successfully. 

The second article, Minimally Invasive Technique Can Fix Varicose Veins,
discusses a problem that over 40 million Americans face. Varicose veins
are caused by blood buildup in the surface veins of a person's legs, and
large varicose veins can inhibit blood from returning to the heart for
recirculation. One new treatment for varicose veins is radiofrequency
ablation, which is an outpatient procedure that can help get rid of
these unwanted veins. Dr. Reed can answer your questions regarding
varicose veins and other vascular diseases in the Vascular Surgery
topic.

New Article - Osteoporosis

With recent news reports calling attention to possible side effects with
the osteoporosis drug Fosamax, Dr. Margery Gass from the University of
Cincinnati has written an article called Information Regarding
Osteonecrosis of the Jaw, in order to answer some of your questions.
Please visit the Osteoporosis health topic for further information about
this subject. 

New Article - Skin Care and Diseases

This time of year is the prime time for insect bites! Charles Heaton,
MD, of the University of Cincinnati has written an article called Insect
Bites Are Not to Be Taken Lightly, which addresses how to prevent those
pesky bugs from biting, as well as how to take care of the insect bites
if they do occur. To find out more about this and other skin care
issues, please visit the Skin Care and Diseases topic at NetWellness.

New Article - Colorectal Diseases

According to the American Cancer Society, almost 150,000 men and women
will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer this year. Since colorectal
cancer is one of the few cancers with a precancerous stage, regular
colonoscopies can help prevent this disease. For more information,
please read University of Cincinnati NetWellness expert, Dr. Janice
Rafferty's article Early Detection Can Prevent Colorectal Cancer or
visit the Colorectal Diseases health topic.

New Article - Sports Medicine

When dealing with athletes with injuries, their emotional health is just
as important as their physical health. Thomas Best, MD, PhD, FACSM of
The Ohio State University suggests that physical therapists, athletic
trainers, coaches, parents, and teammates should all be involved in the
healing process of an athlete. The article Emotional Attention Important
for Injured Athletes can be found in the Sports Medicine health topic.

New Article - Women's Health

According to the Centers for Disease Control, an estimated 15.3 million
new cases of STIs and STDs are reported each year in the US.  Read on
for more information about STIs and STDs in this NetWellness original:
Sexually Transmitted Infections and Diseases by Linda A. Bernhard, PhD,
RN and Jonathan A. Schaffir, MD of The Ohio State University.  These
experts are also available to answer your questions in the Women's
Health center.

New Article - Anxiety and Stress Disorders

According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIH),
Approximately 40 million American adults ages 18 and older (about 18%)
have an anxiety disorder and many of them are women.  Read on for more
information about why women may appear to have a greater risk for
anxiety and what can be done in this NetWellness original: Anxiety and
Anxiety Disorders by Beth McCreary, PhD, LLC, of The Ohio State
University.  Dr. McCreary is also available to answer your questions in
the Anxiety and Stress Disorders health topic.

NetWellness Welcomes New Experts!

NetWellness has had a busy month recruiting experts to answer your
important health questions. Including the three new experts for the new
Bleeding and Clotting Disorders health topic, NetWellness has seven new
health professionals to help you understand various conditions and
diseases.

First of all, NetWellness welcomes Cristinel Coconcea, MD, Medical
Director of the Adult Inpatient Unit of the Department of Psychiatry at
University Hospitals of Cleveland and Assistant Professor at the Case
School of Medicine.  Dr. Coconcea is available to answer your questions
in the Schizophrenia topic.

Another expert from the Case School of Medicine is Patrick Getty, MD,
Assistant Professor and Director of Graduate Orthopaedic Education in
the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery.  Dr. Getty is available to answer
your questions in the Amputation topic.

>From the University of Cincinnati, NetWellness would like to welcome
three experts from the Division of Urology in the Department of Surgery
at the College of Medicine: James F. Donovan, Jr., MD, Director of the
Division of Urology and Professor of Surgery; R. Bruce Bracken, MD,
Professor of Surgery; and Ahmad Hamidinia, MD, Clinical Professor of
Surgery. They will be happy to take your questions in Prostate Cancer,
Urinary Disorders, and Urinary Tract Cancers.

A new expert in the Dental and Oral Health (Children) topic, Sarat
Thikkurissy, DDS is an Assistant Professor in the College of Dentistry
at the Ohio State University. His expertise in pediatric dentistry is a
wonderful addition to the dental topics on NetWellness.

Joining NetWellness to answer questions is Ganesh Shidham, MD, a
Clinical Assistant Professor in the Division of Nephrology at The Ohio
State University's College of Medicine. Dr. Shidham will be answering
questions in our Kidney Diseases topic. 

Finally, NetWellness would like to welcome back Pranav Sheth, MD to the
Skin Care and Diseases health topic. Dr. Sheth, an Assistant Professor
in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Cincinnati, has a
clinical interest in psoriasis. 

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