A vasectomy is one of safest and most effective methods of permanent birth control. It is much safer and less expensive than the other most common contraceptive surgery, tubal ligation. At Premier Medical Group Urology Division, vasectomy is a simple 10-minute procedure performed in the doctor’s office using a local anesthetic. First Thing’s First – […]
It has long been understood that having a family history of colorectal cancer increases an individual’s risk of developing the disease. In fact, many gastrointestinal diseases are inherited or have a genetic predisposition. In recent years, medical research has identified the specific genes responsible for some of these conditions. “There is an inherited condition called polyposis in which people develop […]
Premier Medical Group is pleased to announce our new Premier Women’s Center for Continence and Sexual Health. Led by top Hudson Valley urologist Dr. Daniel Katz, this comprehensive center offers women an opportunity to see a knowledgeable team of specialists with more than two decades of experience. Two highly skilled nurse practitioners in the Women’s […]
About 200,000 Americans have bariatric surgery each year in an attempt to overcome obesity after diet and exercise have failed. The surgery, in effect, changes the anatomy of the digestive system to limit the amount of food that can be consumed and the amount of food that the body can digest. Two procedures are most commonly used in the United […]
Every day sees further development in the science of medicine. Dr. Evan R. Goldfischer provides an overview of some of the new medications and treatments now available to our patients. Developments in the treatment of OAB Pros and cons of the first OTC medication for OAB in women The FDA has recently approved Oxytrol for Women, […]
Premier Medical Group is pleased to announce that New Century Medical Associates will be joining our advanced multi-specialty practice as of September 1, 2013. This new partnership will allow Premier Medical Group to offer expanded specialty services to better meet the needs of the residents of the Hudson Valley. Premier Medical Group offers specialty care […]