How has your weight been affected these past months? The global pandemic has resulted in a lot of stress and often unhealthy coping mechanisms. If you have been social distancing and restricting your movements out of your home, it's quite possible you, like many others, are finding yourself putting on extra weight. As part of a holistic approach to body... read more »
Our board-certified internist in New York City, NY, Dr. John Abroon M.D. is pleased to offer a variety of medical services located in our Upper East Side office. This time of year, as more and more people head outdoors to enjoy summer recreational activities, Dr. Abroon often sees patients for Lyme disease, a bacterial infection that affects all your body... read more »
Immunization isn't only necessary for children, but for adults and the elderly as well because even young, healthy people succumb to diseases and get very sick. But sometimes people question why we continue to vaccinate when many infectious diseases seem to have disappeared. While diseases like polio and diphtheria are increasingly rare in the United States today, they are not... read more »
Whether you stay at home or are out and about in the normal course of your day, accidents and illnesses can arise, some requiring immediate attention. We understand that you can't always wait for an appointment to address your symptoms. At the medical practice of Dr. John Abroon, MD, our team and skilled doctor is dedicated to providing our patients... read more »
Lung inflammation, also known as Pneumonitis, refers to noninfectious types of inflammation in the tiny air sacs of your lungs. This makes it harder for the oxygen to pass through them and travel into your bloodstream. This often arises because of irritants in the air that disturb your lungs. The following can cause Pneumonitis: Taking medications like antibiotics, heart medicine,... read more »
Our skilled doctor, Dr. John Abroon, offers sleep study testing in New York, New York. for patients who have problems achieving normal sleep. A proper diagnosis can determine what kind of sleep disturbance you may have and help you with the right treatment plan. It's not about how many hours you sleep a night, it's about the quality of sleep... read more »
January is a good time to take stock of the changes you want to live a healthier life. Many people kickstart the new year by setting weight-loss goals to look and feel better. Smart weight loss occurs steadily by making little but realistic alterations to your diet (and waistline!). For example, adults who are between 19 and 64 can safely... read more »
Our skilled and experienced doctor, Dr. John Abroon, MD along with our team of medical professionals are here to give you the quality care you need, both quickly and effectively with our same-day urgent care services. When you come in for urgent care, you won't have to sit around and wait for hours or pay the high costs of a... read more »
When the lungs become swollen and inflamed your airways may feel constricted making it harder to breathe. Breathing problems can affect your daily function and symptoms should not be ignored. Smoking and other irritants like bacteria, mold, birds, and some types of cancer treatments and drugs can be harmful to your lungs. Breathing problems can also develop with cystic fibrosis,... read more »
Did you know that having a food allergy is a potentially life-threatening medical condition affecting around 32 million people in the United States alone? It's been estimated that every three minutes someone lands in an emergency room because of a food allergy reaction! Food allergies develop because of an overreaction in the body's immune to a food protein it thinks... read more »
