Diabetic Ulcers

DIABETIC ULCERS By: Douglas Livingston, DPM, FACFAS      Ulcers can form on anyone’s foot. However, diabetic patients have a much greater risk of developing ulcers on their feet. An ulcer is an open sore or wound that most commonly occurs on the bottom of the foot or on pressure points such as hammertoes or bunions. The…

Insulin: Facts and Fears

By Martin Greenfield, M.D. The three words that bring fear to most diabetic patients are: “You need insulin”.  Unfortunately, this is something that should be accepted as not only necessary, but also as preventative of most of the complications that develop when one has diabetes. Most of us have had to deal with someone in…

Hypothyroidism: Is Your Thyroid Too Slow?

By Rachel Pessah-Pollack, MD “Doctor, I’m gaining weight.  Is my thyroid not working?” One of the most common reasons why a patient will see an endocrinologist (physicians who specialize in hormone problems) is a concern that their weight gain may be due to a problem with their thyroid gland. While most of the time weight…

Diabetic Neuropathy and the Foot

DIABETIC NEUROPATHY AND THE FOOT By Douglas Livingston, DPM, FACFAS Diabetes is a diagnosis that is being made all too often and with it comes the need for vigilant foot care. The foot and the eye are two organs that are adversely affected by diabetes and its increased sugar levels. The effects on the foot are due…

Diabetes During Pregnancy

Rachel Pessah-Pollack, M.D.Each year, diabetes is becoming more common in the United States, with over 1.5 million new cases diagnosed annually.  As a result, more women are faced with the challenge of dealing with diabetes during pregnancy. Here are some things you need to know if you have diabetes and are planning to become pregnant…

ABC’s of Diabetes

ABC’s of Diabetes By Rachel Pessah-Pollack, MD  Presented by Amertex Do you know your ABCs? Knowing the ABCs of your diabetes can lower your risk of developing heart disease and stroke.  Your ABCs are an easy way to remember the important issues related to your diabetes and help focus your visit with your physician.  A is…