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Albert Dabbah, MD PA News
March 2011 |
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To Our Patients and Friends,
Spring has sprung!! St Patrick's Day is upon us already and I have good news for you beer drinkers!! Spring is also the perfect time to "refresh", be it the youthfulness of your skin or getting ready for summer clothing (and the two words we hate... bathing suit). There are so many options available, and with Dr. Dabbah at the helm, nothing to be afraid of. Meanwhile, enjoy the latest superfood recipe!!
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Stem Cells - Breast Reconstruction
 This is a VERY huge area being studied in plastic and reconstructive surgery!! Using stem cells (and the person's own fat) to help regrow breast tissue after lumpectomy or mastectomy. It is not in clinical trial yet, but the possibility is there. Big concern that needs to be addressed is that as tissue and fat cells are stimulated to grow, they don't re-stimulate cancer cells. But the potential is exciting and on the horizon!! CBSNews.com, 2/21/2011
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DEATH BY (Silicone) INJECTION
The desire to achieve beauty does not wane, even during a recession. What is of major concern, especially during tough economic times, is the willingness of people to do have their procedures or surgery done illegally by a nonprofessional, using illegal substances. In her attempt to get a buttocks enhancement, a woman had silicone injected and died. It is believed that the silicone filled her lung and caused a fatal embolism. What is startling is that the injection was believed to have been done by a local hip-hop singer in a Hampton Inn near the Philadelphia International Airport. This was the second time the girl and her friend flew to Philadelphia to have this done. FoxNews.com, 2/14/2011
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Melanoma - Will Your Young Doctor Recognize It?
A study at the University of Illinois in Chicago was done to see if 4th year medical students were trained to look for melanoma. Actors had high quality tattoos (moulage), that looked and felt like a melanoma, placed on a finger. They were told to complain of wrist pain. Less than 1/4 of the 190 students saw the lesion and recommended treatment. Of the 56 that noticed it, 13 failed to comment on it or write about it in their notes. Of the 43 students who saw the lesion and recommended follow-up or a biopsy, only one felt to see if the patient had swollen lymph glands and one student examined other areas of the "patient's" skin for other spots. No student offered the patient a full body skin exam.
The concern is that it is thought that medical students are not getting the necessary training in evaluation of skin cancer. FoxNews.com, 2/14/2011 |
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Did You Know?
According to the American Dietetic Association, beer, consumed in moderate amounts, has been shown to increase HDL (good) cholesterol, lower LDL and reduce the risk of blood clots. It also lowers the risk of gallstones and type 2 diabetes. Beer has also been associated with the lowering of risk of kidney stones, as compared to other alcoholic drinks, possibly because of the high water content and diuretic effect, as stated by registered dietitian and ADA spokesperson Andrea Giancoli. And it is thought that the hops in the beer may also slow the release of calcium in the bone, which is involved with the kidney stones. Additionally, beer drinkers may have the added protectin of bone mineral density because of the high amounts of silicone in the beer. FoxNews.com, 2/10/2100 |
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ANTI-AGING SUPERFOOD
SALMON
Salmon, high on omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to lower blood pressure, plaque build-up in the arteries, triglyceride levels and cholesterol. They also help to reduce inflammation and are associated with brain function.
Fresh Salmon Burgers with Tarragon Mayonnaise
1 lb skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1/4 inch pieces (abt 2 1/4 cups)
4 green onions, chopped
1 TBL drained small capers
1 TBL fresh lemon juice
1 TBL chopped fresh tarragon or 1 teas dried
1 teas Dijon mustard
1 teas prepared white horseradish
1/2 teas salt
1/2 teas pepper
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs (or try panko)
1 TBL butter
To make burgers:
Combine firest 9 ingredients in medium bowl. Add 3 TBL mayonnaise and mix well. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate)
Mix breadcrumbs into salmon mixture. Form into 4 1-inch-thick patties. Melt butter (or olive oil) in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon patties and cook until just firm to touch and brown and crusty, abt 3 minutes per side.
Serve as a burger with brioche or egg bread, with mayonnaise (mix together 1 teas of tarragon and 1/2 cup mayonnaise), tomato and radicchio. Or, place burger on top of a salad for a healthier version.
Bon Apetit, 3/1996 |
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MARCH MADNESS
DO DYSPORT WITH A FRIEND AND YOU BOTH GET 20% OFF (MINIMUM $550.00 PURCHASE) AND YOU RECEIVE A $50.00 MAIL-IN REBATE!!! (OFFER WILL END 3/31/2011)
LATISSE -BUY ONE KIT AND GET ANOTHER KIT AT NO CHARGE (MAIL-IN REBATE) (OFFER ENDS 4/30/11)
FILLERS - PURCHASE 2 SYRINGES AND RECEIVE 10% ($130 savings);
3 OR MORE SYRINGES AND RECEIVE 15% OFF (minimum of $195.00 savings) ( includes RESTYLANE, PERLANE, JUVEDERM ULTRA AND JUVEDERM ULTRA-PLUS)
OBAGI- FIRST TIME PURCHASE 15% OFF (minimum of $450 purchase) |
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