Flu Season: It’s That Time of Year Again. Are You Prepared?

September brings with it cooler temperatures, fall colors and unfortunately, the challenges of influenza. If you are constantly exposed to the public or ride the subway system, then you know how easy it is to pick up airborne illnesses. But the flu doesn't need to catch you by surprise or take you down for a week to recover. Flu Vaccine... read more »

Contour Your Body With the Help of truSculpt® iD

Last month we talked about healthy ways to lose weight and the metabolic benefits of body sculpting. This month we'd like to talk a little more about how body sculpting via truSculpt iD, a non-surgical method of shrinking and melting fat cells while tightening and contouring problem areas of the body. Our patients love this body sculpting treatment because each... read more »

Are You Looking for Healthy Ways to Lose Weight?

At the practice of Abroon, M.D., our board-certified internist has been helping patients in the New York City area achieve greater health and lose excess weight without experiencing liver problems, loose skin, and loss of muscle from losing weight too quickly. Losing weight is important for maintaining a healthy body as carrying excess weight can lead to health conditions such... read more »

Beneficial Metabolic Outcome in Body Sculpting

There are two main types of hormones that are attached to body fat which affect our metabolism: estrogen and leptin. Both hormones are responsible for the body accumulating fat, mainly after puberty. The body relies on this mechanism as a good source of energy when it needs it most (during starvation, pregnancy, etc.) Most men have a small amount of... read more »

Why You Want to Get Your Annual Physical Exam

As an experienced physician in the Upper East Side, Dr. John Abroon provides annual physical exams to evaluate patients from head to toe, assessing overall health, identifying and managing health issues before they worsen, and help track progress toward health goals. Prevention and early treatment of health issues are the keys to health and longevity because, let's face it, many... read more »

A Pre-Operative Clearance Exam Can Boost Surgical Success

We've been talking a lot about the kinds of exams our board-certified internist, Dr. John Abroon routinely performs as he prepares patients in the New York City area for upcoming surgical procedures. Today we're pleased to share what you can expect from Pre-Operative Clearances and Exams. How Surgery Affects You Before you undergo surgery, you will be required to get... read more »

Do You Need an Immigration Medical Exam?

Our board-certified internist, Dr. John Abroon, has been helping New Yorkers with their medical needs for over 25 years now. With our office located on the Upper East Side, we help those in New York City and the surrounding communities in the tri-state area. One of the many services we offer is the Immigration Medical Exam to screen one's eligibility... read more »

Are You Looking for a Job and Need a Medical Clearance?

If you are starting a new job, you may be required to have a pre-employment medical clearance. This is similar to having an employee health screening done, which your current employer might want you to have to ensure you are in good health and able to do the tasks assigned to you. A medical clearance and health screening benefit both... read more »

What’s the Skinny on CoolSculpting® vs truSculpt® iD?

It's almost March, so how are your fitness resolutions going so far? If you're like many who eat right and exercise but still aren't happy with the way you look, you might consider enlisting the help of a non-invasive body sculpting treatment to reach your body contouring goals. Sometimes, despite our efforts, there's fatty tissue that doesn't respond to the... read more »