ENT and Allergy Associates

Virtual Seminar: Taking Control of Reflux: Alternatives to Reflux Treatments by Phelps Hospital Thu, April 15, 2021 5:00 PM 6:00 PM EDT... Presenters: Craig H. Zalvan, MD, FACS Peter H. Stein, MD, MBA Susan Juechter, Senior Registered Dietitian Reflux can cause a spectrum of symptoms from typical heartburn and indigestion, or GERD, to symptoms of throat clearing, lump in the throat, burning, coughing, voice changes, and swallowing issues (laryngopharyngeal reflux or LPR). If you experience these symptoms frequently, it may be time to begin your journey towards finding an answer. Join this upcoming virtual seminar to learn about all that is reflux and different treatment options. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/taking-control-of-reflux-alter

Today, we celebrate #WorldHealthDay by recognizing the healthcare professionals and organizations working tirelessly towards better health for all of us. Remember it's never too early or too late to work towards being the healthiest you. At ENTA, we are committed to building and creating healthy spaces where our physicians, employees, and patients can all succeed. As always, ENTA looks forward to being a part of your health journey!

ENTA’s very own, Sujana Chandrasekhar, MD, Otologist-Neurotologist and Past President, AAO-HNS/F along with Eric Genden, MD, Chair of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Mount Sinai Health System from Mount Sinai Hospital were chosen this month as two ENTs to know Beckers ASC Review. ENTA and Mount Sinai Hospital formed a clinical affiliation back in 2007, and has since helped more than 10,000 patients. For more information, please visit https://www.entandallergy.com/about/the-mount-sinai-hospital

Please join us on Thursday, April 8th at 12:00pm for a Facebook live session with Rebecca Sherman, Au.D., F-AAA, who will be discussing the connection between aging and hearing loss. Rebecca will then be answering some FAQs and questions during the live session regarding hearing health care as well as where, when and how to access services during this time. FACEBOOK: @entandallergyassociatesllp... #HEARINGHEALTH #LIVEBETTER

After a year unlike any other, ENTA wants to say THANK YOU to the real-life heroes who throughout the past year have tirelessly put their patients first while facing a global pandemic head on. We are grateful to all doctors for their contributions and hard work each and every day. A special thank you to all of our spectacular doctors at ENT and Allergy Associates who help diagnose, treat, and deliver exceptional specialized care to our patients and communities each and every day! #nationaldoctorsday #health #doctors #thankyou #patients #medicine #healthcare

At ENT and Allergy Associates, we have over 300 specialists and sub-specialists that are here for YOU. Book Online, Anytime or Call us Today and See us Today! 1-855-ENTA-DOC ENTADOC.com

Dr. Ofer Jacobowitz, @dr_ofer_jacobowitz Dr. Jared Wasserman, @drjaredwasserman Dr. Craig Litman, Dr. Vishvesh Mehta, Dr. Jay Rechtweg and Dr. Danielle Rosende received their COVID-19 vaccines. Thank you for continuing to be exceptional examples and taking the necessary steps towards a healthier future!

Repost: @doctoraviv REDUCING GERD Symptoms With Diet & Lifestyle Modifications Just posted on @consultant360 , entire #podcast... Http://bit.ly/GERDdrAvivPodcast Symptoms are key Diet and lifestyle based treatments of GERD are based on what is bothering you- eg #cough, throat clearing, hoarseness, lump in throat, #heartburn #AcidWatcher #diet #AcidWatcherCookbook link in bio #foodismedicine #Alkalinefood & #fiber decrease inflammation, improves health More info: www.acidwatcher.com @acidwatcherlife on FB: #TheAcidWatcherDietSupportGroup @momogrimes #acidwatcherlife @entandallergy #entalife @mountsinainyc @evamorwater #itsonlynatural @docweighsin @usnews #qmmsusa @mount_sinai_oto @newyorkspeaksslp @harmonyrodale @atlanticrecords @warnermusic @wearebigbeat #ProjectWellness #YourVoiceIsOurVoice #vocalhealth #FeedYourVoice

Nasal congestion, or difficulty breathing through the nose, is a very common issue affecting many patients. Problems breathing through the nose can be partial or total, or be during certain times of the year (seasonal), or all year-round (perennial). Seasonal nasal congestion may be due to certain allergens (particles that cause allergies) present during specific times of the year. For example, a stuffy nose in the spring months may be due to tree pollen allergy. Congestion t...hat is present all year long, or occurs intermittently throughout the year, may be due to year-round allergies, such as allergies to dust mites, pet dander, or mold. Nasal congestion can also be due to structural issues physically blocking airflow through the nose. For example, if the nasal septum (the partition that separates the two nasal passages) is off to one side, patients feel that their nose is blocked on that side; this is called a deviated septum. A deviated septum can be the result of problems from development (congenital) or trauma/fractures (acquired). Other patients suffer from nasal polyps inflammatory tissue growths that may partially or completely block one or both sides of the nose. In some cases, other structures of the nose block breathing and contribute to congestion, snoring and even poor sleep. At ENT & Allergy, our board-certified allergists and otolaryngologists work together to diagnose and treat nasal breathing problems. Allergy skin testing can identify your allergic sensitivities immediately. Visualizing the structures within your nose (nasal endoscopy) can allow doctors to directly evaluate and treat your nasal passages. Some patients benefit from a CT scan for a comprehensive evaluation. After evaluation, you and your doctor will make a customized treatment plan. Nasal allergies can be treated by avoiding allergic triggers, taking medications, and by making your body less allergic with immunotherapy (allergy shots). Some patients with structural nasal and sinus problems can benefit from surgery, whereas others may breathe better after having a procedure performed in the office.

Chronic cough can be extremely debilitating. Chronic Cough is a cough lasting more than 2 months that does not resolve with rest or medication. A chronic cough usually has multiple causes. While it can sometimes be difficult to pinpoint the problem that's triggering a chronic cough, the most common causes are tobacco use, postnasal drip, asthma and acid reflux. Fortunately, chronic cough typically disappears once the underlying problem is treated. At The Voice and Swallowing Center, a division of ENT & Allergy Associates, LLP, is dedicated to the evaluation and treatment of voice and swallowing disorders and to further the understanding of voice and swallowing through education. The faculty at the Voice & Swallowing Center has invented or pioneered a suite of office-based diagnosis & therapeutic procedures.

In this podcast, Jonathan Aviv, MD, talks about the current gold standards for treating gastroesophageal reflux disease, where proton-pump inhibitor therapy fits into the treatment regimen, and nonpharmacologic treatment options. https://www.consultant360.com//jonathan-aviv-md-reducing-g

Stuff a Truck - Act Against Hunger: @sharccreative sharccreative @balduccismarket @scarsdaleford Senior Marketing Manager, Steve Borzoni came out to #helpfeedwestchester

ENTA is heading into the New Year with extreme gratitude, hope, and optimism for the future. This week marked a monumental moment in the battle against the novel coronavirus, as many physicians from across our practice received their first dose of the #COVID19 vaccine. Our number one priority is the safety of our patients and the communities in which we serve. With over 220 specialist and sub-specialist, we are here for you right when you need us. Here’s to a bright 2021 we’re in this together. #4patients #ENTADOC #ENTAProud #HereForYou #covid19 #covidvacccine #happynewyear

HAPPY HOLIDAYS from our fantastic Grand Central staff!!!@sujanachandrasekhar

The Covid-19 pandemic is still a public health crisis, but it’s important that you do not delay seeking medical care, especially for urgent or emergency care.

Hearing Test/Hearing Protection Pumpkin Competition from our Bridgewater, New Jersey office! Even if you only slightly suspect that you have hearing loss, don’t ignore that gut feeling. Now’s the time to get your hearing tested. Our five senses keep us connected with the world around us they help us form relationships and generate perceptions of the world.... The earlier hearing loss is detected, the sooner you can start enjoying a better quality of life again. A survey of hearing aid users found that 71% of users believe they should have got their hearing aids sooner, because getting a hearing aid improved their social life, mental and emotional health, and performance at work. ENTA is HEAR for YOU! Call us at 1-855-ENTA-DOC or visit ENTADOC.com to schedule a visit!

Today is #NationalMedicalAssistantDay and we wanted to give a big THANK YOU to all of our amazing Medical Assistants! We are proud supporters of Medical Assistants Recognition Day. We know that medical assistants play an important and versatile role carrying out administrative and clinical procedures to ensure our patients receive the best level of health care. We believe this hard work and dedication should be recognized every day! Thank you for all that you do!

COVID-19 Vaccination Dr. Steven Gold aka @drbooger who works out of our Hackensack, NJ office, received the #covidvaccine today! Thank you for leading by example! @hackensackumc #ENTAProud #ENTADOC #covid_19 #covidvaccine #vaccinated #letsendthis #4patients #stopthespread

Tune in tonight for the Child Care Council of Westchester’s virtual Dream Big 2020 celebration! @cccwny ENTA will be named Corporate Champion because we recognize the critical role of child care in building a successful business and a diverse, inclusive workforce, and support our employees by providing access to related resources. ENTA's award will be accepted by Eric M. Saidel, Senior Director of Human Resources and Partner Retirement Benefits at ENTA.... The virtual event will take place tonight from 6:00 to 7:00 pm. Your participation supports children who need help to get a fair start, working moms, and the professionals who have been caring for the children of our essential workers throughout this pandemic. To access/watch the event, all you have to do is go to this website: https://dreambig.childcarewestchester.org/ It will be open at 5:30 p.m. and officially begin at 6:00 p.m. There is no cost to attend Dream Big. #DreamBig2020 #DreamBig #CCCW #childcare #Westchester

CBS NEW YORK: "Deaths Of 2 Children From Asthma Prompts Westchester Officials To Reiterate Doctor’s Offices Are Safe During Pandemic" featuring Allergist, Dr. Mark Davis-Lorton of ENT and Allergy Associates in Sleepy Hollow, NY. The Westchester County Department of Health says the recent deaths of two children from asthma were likely preventable, and serve as a sad reminder to parents that they should not avoid doctor’s visits during the coronavirus pandemic. Watch the full news story here. https://newyork.cbslocal.com//westchester-county-asthma-d/

Excellent take on Dr. Jonathan Aviv & Dr. Sujana Chandrasekhar's published study on COVID-19 - Long Haulers: Persistent Shortness of Breathe Due to Treatable Nerve Injury. https://www.usnews.com//damage-to-vocal-cords-could-cause-

The daughter of our Assistant Director of IT, George Hnatiw, repping ENTA. Thumbs up!

GlobalHandwashingDay CDC.gov: The COVID-19 pandemic provides an important reminder that one of the most effective ways to stop the spread of germs and stay healthy is also one of the simplest handwashing with soap and water. Keeping hands clean can prevent 1 in 3 diarrheal illnesses and 1 in 5 respiratory infections, such as a cold or the flu. Each year on October 15, Global Handwashing Day highlights the importance of handwashing with soap and water at home, in the comm...unity, and around the world. Global Handwashing serves as a yearly reminder that handwashing with soap and water is one of the best steps we can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others

Halloween 2020 & The Teal Pumpkin Project - @tealpumpkinprojectorg Don’t let food allergies dampen your trick-or-treater’s Halloween fun. Have a safe and contactless Halloween. 1. Wear a cloth mask not a costume mask. Wash your hands or use hand sanitizer frequently.... 2. Enforce a "no eating while trick-or-treating" rule so that you have time to review all food labels. 3. Provide NON-FOOD TREATS (necklaces, glow sticks, pencils, stickers, bubbles, coins) to help create a safer, happier Halloween for all kids. 4. Set up a table with individual bagged treats for kids to take OR send treats down a 6 foot candy chute made from a cardboard gift wrap roll or long hollow tube. 5. Place a teal colored pumpkin in front of your home or display a teal pumpkin sign on your front door to let trick-or-treaters know that you have NON-FOOD TREATS available 6. Add your home to the Teal Pumpkin Project Map https://www.foodallergy.org/educat/teal-pumpkin-project/map 7. Spread the word! Share the link https://www.foodallergy.org/education-/teal-pumpkin-project and print your sign or #tealpumpkinproject to notify your friends and family. Allergist, Dr. Katherine Szema, and nurses Megan and Kathleen, welcome their allergy patients to the Shrewsbury ENTA office for their trick-or-treat fun. Woody has an epipen in his holster in case of any food allergy emergencies!

Phonak Remote Support, a new service to help make hearing aid adjustments even easier for you. Easy access to your ENTA Audiologists. Simple, efficient and user-friendly support for you and your devices. Remote Support sessions allow our Audiologists to adjust your hearing aids from the comfort of your own home or office. Call 1-855-ENTA-DOC

@craigzalvan ENTA’s very own, Dr. Craig Zalvan, has written and edited an outstanding new book on the diagnosis and treatment of reflux, both Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR) and Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) with a focus on treatment using a plant-based, Mediterranean-style diet! This text comprehensively reviews the current state of the art in Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR) together with a comprehensive explanation and description of the known gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) ...literature. With chapters written by experts from around the world, this text aims to deliver what is current in reflux recognition, diagnosis, reflux related complications, and the various treatment modalities. This is the first textbook to combine the most up to date knowledge of both LPR and GERD meant for both specialties and the general medicine population. Completely unique to the reflux literature is a section detailing the substantial benefits of a mostly plant based, Mediterranean style diet in the treatment of reflux disease. Encouraging patients to read and learn about diet and health is likely the most important step in improving their disease. The text provides direction to the caregiver on how to transition to a mostly plant-based diet. Review of myths, effects of diet in the setting of other disease states, and dietary consequences are explained. Guidelines on how to transition diet, dining out while maintaining a plant-based diet, and how to wean off medication, such as PPI, are also provided. To view and/or purchase book, visit: https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9783030488895

AUDIOBOOK Available today 10.6.20 @doctoraviv Dr. Jonathan Aviv’s passion to provide dietary solutions in the treatment of acid reflux disease was brought to life with the publication of The Acid Watcher Diet. Now, you can enjoy greater access to the dietary treatment plans via the new AUDIOBOOK release of the text that started it all: The Acid Watcher DietA 28-Day Reflux Prevention and Healing Program. ... Whether you’re in the car, at the gym or relaxing at home, we invite you to listen to the new audiobook so that you can incorporate Dr. Aviv’s mantra of Food as medicine into your daily routine! Listeners will learn how to use food as medicine by identifying what foods to avoid, in order to stop the damage, and what foods to eat that promote healing. It can be purchased anywhere audiobooks are sold, including Amazon and Audible.com.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! @makingstrides914 Local leaders in Westchester County are stepping up to raise awareness and funds in the fight to end breast cancer. For the fifth year in a row, Senior Director of Business Development & Marketing at ENTA, Jason Campbell, has been chosen to be an ambassador for the REAL MEN WEAR PINK campaign. While this campaign is a fundraising initiative, it also provides strong awareness efforts in the local community for the American Cancer Society and its efforts to save lives from breast cancer! #Realmenwearpink #realmenwearpink

ENTA is a proud supporter of @cccwny and we are honored to accept the Corporate Champion award for this year’s DREAM BIG 2020 Virtual Event. ENTA works closely with the Child Care Council of Westchester for the benefits of the employees who work at all our 40+ locations throughout New York & New Jersey. We thank @cccwny for helping us meet the needs of the individuals within the communities that we serve. ... Join us at this years virtual event on October 20th at 6pm. You can learn more about the event and RSVP at https://dreambig.childcarewestchester.org. The Council has been helping kids, parents, child care providers and employers for more than 50 years. And since COVID-19 hit, they’ve been working extra hard to help essential workers find child care, support child care providers who remain open to serve those families, and coordinate the donation and distribution of critical supplies. Now, we need to help them keep it up. Dream Big will be a fun, uplifting celebration of amazing honorees and an industry that has stood strong and provided a critical service throughout this pandemic. I hope you will join us! We believe: that every child should have access to quality early care and education so he or she can reach his full potential that access to child care should not be a barrier to parents, especially working moms, who want or need to work and build a career

Today is National Penicillin Allergy Day, an annual celebration to raise awareness around the impact of carrying a penicillin allergy label and how it affects a patient’s healthcare treatment. It focuses on the importance of knowing a patient’s true allergy history while offering tools, activities, and ideas to help create penicillin allergy awareness throughout healthcare offices, facilities, and communities. Visit ENT and Allergy Associates to have a consultation with one o...f our board-certified allergists. At ENT and Allergy Associates, our board-certified allergists / immunologists are physicians who are specially trained in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric and adult allergic diseases and immune deficiencies. Our allergists work hand-in-hand with our ENT specialists to provide patients with the most comprehensive, state-of-the-art medical care. Many of the common disorders that are treated by the ear, nose and throat specialist are complications of allergic disease. Our ENT and allergy physicians work together as a team to provide faster diagnosis and comprehensive treatment so that patients benefit from this close collaboration.

Did you also know that decreased hearing sensitivity reduces cues for environmental awareness? Research has shown that hearing loss may also be a risk factor for falls, which happens to be a huge public health concern! Even mild hearing loss is associated with 3x greater risk of falls. Amplification (which has been shown to improve quality of life) may help those stay alert, aware, and balanced!!! ... Staying healthy and safe at home includes preventing falls! (Johns Hopkins Medicine, 2012; National Council on Aging, 2020). If you have concerns about your hearing and/or balance, make sure to call today to make an appointment to be seen by one of our ENTs and audiologists! #NationalFallPreventionAwarenessDay #FallPrevention #FallPreventionAwareness #HealthyHearing

ALLERGIES OCCUR IN THE FALL TOO! While many people associate allergies with the spring season, the fall is also a common time of the year to have allergy symptoms. But sometimes it can be tricky trying to distinguish allergy from the common cold which frequently occurs this time of the year. Although colds and seasonal allergies may share some of the same symptoms, they are very different. If you suspect you may have allergies, or if you are still not sure, an allergist at... ENTA can help make an accurate diagnosis and come up with an effective treatment planeven if you feel you’ve tried every allergy medication! To schedule a visit with an Allergist give us a call at 1-855-ENTA-DOC or book online at ENTADOC.com. We’re here to help you feel better!