Ask the Experts of Stony Brook
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Catherine Nicastri, MD
Q: I just turned 50. What can I do to stay healthy and age gracefully? Read More... -
Wayne C. Waltzer, MD
Q: I am a 55 year-old man. At my annual medical exam, my doctor told me that my PSA level is elevated. What does this mean? Read More... -
Catherine M. Tuppo, PT, MS, CLT-LANA
Q: Everything I hear and read about staying healthy and losing weight mentions exercise. I haven't exercised for many years. How can I get started with an exercise program and avoid injuring myself? Read More... -
David L. Brown, MD
Q: I am a 55 year-old woman who suffered a heart attack two years ago. Since that time I have had no additional problems with my heart. My primary care doctor recently told me I was doing so well I could stop my aspirin. Is this true? Read More... -
Harmeet Singh Narula, MD, FACE
Q: I am overweight and have a family history of diabetes. Can I do something to prevent getting the disease? Read More... -
Christine Conway, MD
Q: There is so much confusing and contradictory information in the media about screening tests for women. What should I believe? Read More... -
Joseph A. Puccio, MD
Q: My 14-year old son is overweight and frustrated that people make fun of his weight. He now wants to lose weight. What do you recommend? Read More... -
Raja A. Jaber, MD
Q: I am a 57-year old man beginning to feel the signs of aging. My joints hurt when I get up in the morning. I've gained weight. My blood pressure is rising and I'm frequently tired. To make matters worse, I have a family history of diabetes, prostate cancer and heart disease. What should I be doing to get better? Read More...
