Life often throws us curveballs, causing us to rethink or pivot. Some men who have undergone a vasectomy decide they instead wish to grow their families or begin a new one. In these cases, vasectomy reversal is the recommended solution. Vasectomy reversal is a surgical procedure that reverses the effects of a vasectomy, even if […]
U.S. News and World Report names RUMC “High Performing Hospital” for third consecutive year American Heart Association bestows Coronary Artery Disease STEMI Receiving Center Gold award Richmond University Medical Center’s comprehensive cardiovascular care services have earned national recognition for quality care and patient safety. For the third consecutive year, RUMC has been named a “High […]
An overactive bladder is what specialists use to describe a combination of urinary symptoms. Although not considered a disease, overactive bladder can create several unpleasant occurrences, such as the need to urinate more frequently, uncontrollable urges to pee, urinary incontinence, and sensations of needing to pee during the night. The board-certified urologists at Richmond University […]
As men age, their prostate grows larger. Men in their 20s usually have a prostate the size of a walnut, but by age 40, it may have grown slightly larger. By the age of 60, a man’s prostate could reach the size of a lemon. While an increase in prostate size is a normal part […]
Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone and androgen. The hormone is produced in the testicles and plays a significant role in the development of male characteristics. The bodily processes influenced by testosterone include regulating libido (sex drive), bone growth, distribution of fat, muscle size and strength, and the production of red blood cells and […]
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, affecting women, men, and people of all backgrounds and ethnic groups. Fortunately, diagnostic tools are available to help cardiologists accurately diagnose and treat heart disease. An echocardiogram uses ultrasound technology to examine the heart. It is a quick and minimally invasive procedure for […]
Women are often undertreated for cardiovascular disease compared to men. This has resulted in a significantly greater risk of rehospitalization for women ages 18 to 55 after suffering a heart attack compared to their male counterparts. Richmond University Medical Center in Staten Island, New York, is committed to addressing the disparity and double standard that […]
Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death in the United States, responsible for nearly 700,000 deaths every year. What’s even more alarming is the number of cardiovascular disease cases continues to rise, as well. To understand and fight the increasing prevalence of cardiovascular diseases, especially among younger individuals, Richmond University Medical Center […]
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, and kidney disease are closely linked conditions. Patients with one of these conditions commonly experience symptoms of the offer. If left untreated, these conditions pose a serious threat to the overall well-being of a person, making management critical. Richmond University Medical Center’s Nephrology Department in Staten Island, New […]
In the United States, more than 795,000 people have a stroke each year, which equates to about one stroke every 40 seconds. It is the fifth leading cause of death, claiming around 140,000 lives annually. Of those who are fortunate to survive a stroke, many are faced with long-term disabilities that challenge their independence and ability […]
