Living Well Blog

August 17, 2018
Amy Maza, who works for MDVIP affiliate Dr. Joseph DeRosa in West Field, NJ, is an MDVIP Ambassador for going above and beyond the call of duty and making her patients feel welcome, valued and loved. "The person who is most impactful in my life is… See more
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
July 13, 2018
If you’ve been a loyal patient of your primary care physician, here’s some good news: Patients who continuously use the same primary care doctor live longer, according to a recent study published in BMJ Open journal. Results also… See more
By Dr. Andrea Klemes
MDVIP
February 14, 2018
You may know that inflammation is an important aspect of health, but if you’re like most people, you don’t know exactly why. That’s understandable. Inflammation is a complex process.  Sometimes inflammation is a good thing, like when you cut yourself shaving. Your body sends cells to the… See more
September 19, 2017
Doctors today aren’t so well. Trust me, I know. I remember waking up each day dreading going into my primary care practice. I’d check my appointment schedule and literally feel sick to my stomach, with 25 patients to see – every day, day after day – and only 10 minutes with each,… See more
September 19, 2017
Primary care physicians serve as healthy role models for their patients. But doctors don't always practice what they preach. From sleep issues and high stress to poor diet and weight problems, traditional primary care doctors report in the national … See more
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
July 11, 2017
At age 61, Oscar Mestas didn’t have any obvious symptoms of cardiovascular disease. His cholesterol and blood pressure were normal. And he was physically active—he spent his career as an urban forester for the Texas Forest Service. Hiking and backpacking were part of his job. In his spare time, he… See more
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
January 15, 2017
Most of us strive to be the best we can be. Although there are many approaches to self-improvement, the process usually begins with setting goals. Some people focus on new goals whenever the inspiration strikes them; whereas, others wait until the end or beginning of a year to establish New Year’s… See more
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
October 17, 2016
Most people wish they were more physically fit. If you fall into this category and it’s been a while since you worked out, let MDVIP guide you. We’ve collaborated with the developers and physical therapists of Perfect Fit Health to provide you with workouts that may help you lose weight, manage a… See more
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
June 19, 2016
We appreciate the care our MDVIP-affiliated physicians render us. But we’re even more grateful for the care they provide our family members, particularly when they are aging. In honor of Father’s Day, we pulled together some patient stories about our dads – and the doctors who take care of them.… See more
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
May 15, 2016
As patients, we’re used to our MDVIP-affiliated physicians taking care of us. But they often take care of our family members. In honor of Mother’s Day, we pulled together some patient stories about our moms – and the doctors who take care of them. Medical Security – from Faye and Jim… See more
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