Albany Gynecology & Fertility » health and wellness http://albanygyn.com Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:41:16 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.5 en hourly 1 Dr. Nicholas Montalto Talks About Screening for Cancers http://albanygyn.com/2010/01/19/dr-nicholas-montalto-talks-about-screening-for-cancers/ http://albanygyn.com/2010/01/19/dr-nicholas-montalto-talks-about-screening-for-cancers/#comments Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:28:03 +0000 admin http://albanygyn.com/?p=221 Health and Wellness, Albany Gynecology & FertilityOur mission at Albany Gynecology and Fertility is the overall well being of our patients.  Screening for cancers, such as breast cancer and cervical cancer are part of that mission.  Physical examination and radiologic imaging comprise this screening.  There have been changes recently in the guidelines for cervical and breast cancer screening.

We have learned that whether or not a woman has Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is critical to her chances of developing cervical cancer or precancer.  If negative for HPV and over 65-70 years old with normal pap smears, continued screening is probably unnecessary.  Furthermore, after hysterectomy with no abnormal pap smears, screening can be discontinued.

Breast cancer screening changes are much more controversial.  Recently, the United States Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) has recommended NOT performing screening mammography on women until the age of 50 instead of age 40.  After age 50, screen every two years until age 74.  There is insufficient evidence on mammographic screening after age 74.  The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists still advocates screening every 1-2 years from age 40 to 50 and yearly afterwards.  They are reviewing the new USPSTF guidelines.

Cancer screening guidelines will continue to change as we gain more advanced understanding of the disease processes, as well as, advances in screening technology. At Albany Gynecology and Fertility we strive to keep you informed of changes and provide you with the most “up to date” care.

Albany Gynecology and Fertility, 130 Everett Road, www.albanygyn.com, 518.482.1007

]]> http://albanygyn.com/2010/01/19/dr-nicholas-montalto-talks-about-screening-for-cancers/feed/ 1 Take Control of Your Health and Happiness http://albanygyn.com/2009/04/27/take-control-of-your-health-and-happiness/ http://albanygyn.com/2009/04/27/take-control-of-your-health-and-happiness/#comments Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:36:21 +0000 admin http://albanygyn.com/2009/04/27/take-control-of-your-health-and-happiness/ You’ve raised your children, taken care of your husband, home and everyone but yourself. Everyone else has come first; now it’s time to make the transition toward taking care of YOU! You may be trying a pill or cream to ease your symptoms during the changes that take place in this stage of life. There are other solutions that will help you take control of your health and happiness: yoga, massage, acupuncture, diet, nutrition, aesthetics, positive thinking and much more. Albany Gynecology has joined forces with CNY Healing Arts Wellness Center & Spa to offer you an afternoon of informational lectures, demonstrations, Q & A, and samples to help you begin taking care of YOU!

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Date: June 6th , 2009
Time: 11:30am-4:00pm
Schedule of events:

11:30am – Arrival, and sign in.
11:45am – Dr. Montalto Speaks about taking control of your health and happiness.
12:15pm – Cheryl Anderson speaks about CNY Healing Arts and how taking care of yourself makes you feel better
12:45pm–1:15pm – Break for snacks and refreshments
1:15pm-2:00pm – Dr Kiltz Speaks about positive thinking and living your best life.
2:15pm-3:00pm – Tour the CNY Healing Arts Center and meet different practitioners, watch demonstrations, etc.
3:00pm-3:30pm – Break for a sample yoga class.
3:30pm-4:00pm – Q&A with whole group, closing, etc.

All are welcome to join us, this event is offered at no charge by Albany Gynecology & Fertility.

* Please RSVP by June 1st, 2009 via email to dburke@albanygyn.com or by calling the office at 1-518-482-1007.

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