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101 Old Short Hills Rd
Atkins-Kent Building, Suite 101
W. Orange, NJ 07052
973-736-1100
33 Overlook Rd.
MAC Building
Suite 108
Summit, NJ 07901
908-522-4558
696 Avenue C
Bayonne, NJ 07002
1119 Raritan Road
Clark, NJ 07066
732-396-1881
Physicians
Robert J. Rubino, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
Audrey A. Romero, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
Lisa Abeshaus,
M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
Jacqueline Saitta, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.Allan D. Kessel, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. Howard D. Fox, D.O., F.A.C.O.G. Sabina Cherian, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. |
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Medical Fact
"I didn't know that!"
Stress contributes to heart disease, high blood pressure, strokes, and other illnesses in many individuals. Stress also affects the immune system, which protects us from many serious diseases. |
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The holiday season is upon us. As always, we are very grateful to all of our patients that have continued to trust us with their health care in 2011.
In this issue of the newsletter, we discuss Endometriosis, highlight our Enterprising Patients, introduce delicious gluten free snacks and provide holiday shopping options. In our Healthy Living section, we discuss managing stress during the holidays. Our "Meet the Staff" this month introduces Randy Kalinowski - the new Controller for The Rubino OB/GYN Group. And you'll find a new interesting "Medical Fact". We would like to wish everyone a very happy holiday.
As always, we will continue to provide topics that are current, informative and important to your good health.
Sincerely,
Robert J. Rubino, MD and Staff
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Endometriosis - What Is It?
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Endometriosis is an often painful disorder where tissue that normally lines the inside of your uterus - the endometrium - grows outside your uterus. It most commonly involves your ovaries, bowel or tissues lining your pelvis.
Displaced tissue continues to act as it would through a normal menstrual cycle - thickens, breaks down and bleeds - but has no way to exit the body and becomes trapped. Scar tissue and adhesions can form and bind organs together which can cause pain during your period.
Symptoms
- Painful periods
- Pain with intercourse
- Pain with bowel movements or urination
- Excessive bleeding
- Infertility
- Fatigue, diarrhea, constipation, bloating or nausea, especially during your menstrual cycle.
Endometriosis can be mistaken for inflammatory disease, ovarian cysts and irritable bowel syndrome. Tests to detect endometriosis include a pelvic exam, ultrasound and laparoscopy to look inside your abdomen.
Causes / Risk Factors
- Never giving birth
- Family history of endometriosis
- Unusually long periods
- History of pelvic infection
Treatments
Typically, endometriosis can be treated with medications, hormone therapy or surgery.
If you are experiencing any of the symptoms indicated above, please make an appointment with one of our doctors for an exam.
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Meet Our Enterprising Patients
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A little over a year ago, we launched a section of our website called "Enterprising Patients".
It was created for patients in our practice with thriving and successful  businesses to network with other patients and visitors to our site. Since then, it has really taken flight. We have expanded the page and receive frequent requests to add additional listings to the site.
The Rubino OB/GYN Group openly supports entrepreneurial women and the business ventures they have created. Over our numerous years in practice, we have met the most remarkable women - smart, ambitious, creative, professional, experienced executives. Many of these women are moms and successful enterprising business women. The goal of the Enterprising Patients section is to create a useful forum to make connections and provide resources to others. We encourage you to visit the page - there may be a service or product that you might be interested in using, especially during the holidays!
If you would like to add your business or service to this page, please e-mail us at network@rubinoobgyn.com.
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Gluten Free Snacks - A Delicious Option
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We often hear from many of our patients who have gone gluten-free in their diets. One of Dr. Rubino's family members has come up with a great option for gluten-free snacking.
El's Kitchen, Inc, founded by Eleanor "El" Smith, is a Connecticut based gluten free food manufacturer. El's (real) kitchen is always full of friends, but one of them couldn't enjoy El's snacks because of worries about gluten. And bland gluten-free snacks frustrated El who wasn't about to serve them to her guests. She had already launched a successful line of spice rubs (and knows something about taste), so she flavored some gluten-free snacks with them to please everyone.
El's Bagel Snaps, is the first gluten free bagel chip on the market that has the texture and crunch of the real deal. The Medleys Snack Mix combines the snaps, gluten free pretzels and other delicious, crunchy items and is flavored with a zesty coating.
Everything is all natural, gluten-free, dairy-free and has no trans fat; it's full of Omega-3s; it's high fiber, and has whole grains. Most importantly, it's got taste. Taste you'll crave - whether you care about wheat or not.
El's is working its way down to New Jersey. In the meantime, you can find her products at Linda's Diet Delites in Clark, NJ and G-Free NYC on the Upper West Side. You can also buy these delicious snacks online at www.elskitchen.com. Use promo code NHCEL and get 20% off your purchase!
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Holiday Shopping Made Easy
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Did you know The Rubino OB/GYN Group carries great products right in our offices? If you are looking for a unique gift, you might not have to look any further.
On the Products Page of our website, we carry the following:
Pretty Pushers - fashionable, functional, cotton disposable delivery gowns in whimsical prints. Now you can trade in that scratchy hospital gown for a stylish alternative. One-size-fits-most, available in 100% cotton stretch jersey or 100% organic cotton.
Maternity Wear by ContourMD, America's 1st choice in premium quality medical garments with over 25 years of experience with design, fabric and craftsmanship. Contour offers pregnancy support garments, postpartum support garments and nursing apparel and accessories including Bebe au Lait, the brand used by celebrities.
Instructional CPR Video - "Saving Baby's Life...", a 17 minute instructional video with step-by-step on how to perform infant CPR and save a choking infant, and reviews important SIDS precautions.
KickTrak - kick counter for a baby in utero
B-Natal morning sickness relief - available in lozenge or pops
and one of our newest products:
Sigvaris Eversheer compression stockings to help prevention of varicose and spider veins or help with vein procedures. Comes with a silicone grip-top.
To purchase any of the products listed above, call or visit our West Orange office. 973-736-1100.
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Healthy Living: Managing Stress for the Holidays
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The holiday season is often a time of high stress with the whirlwind of  gift buying, holiday parties, pressure from advertisements and family gatherings.
The true meaning of the season is based on love, giving and joy yet most people find the holidays very stressful. This stress can be caused by trying to do too much (managing day to day life while living up to expectations for the holidays), eating, drinking and spending too much, family issues, loneliness and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
There are ways to cope with the pressure of the holidays and minimize holiday stress. It's important to keep in mind, holiday stress is predictable - we know there is a beginning and an end. Some stress busters include:
Setting priorities - decide what traditions offer the most positive impact - pick your favorite activities and really enjoy them. If you rush through them because you are checking it off your list, you are missing the whole moment.
Simplify - typically we set our own high expectations. Others will not care as much if you bake more of the same cookie or print labels for your Christmas cards vs. hand-writing them. It's ok to take the simple route.
Eat wisely - try to maintain healthy eating without giving yourself an excuse to indulge at every holiday party. It will only have you feeling run down and guilty. Everything in moderation.
Streamline your get-togethers - try to keep the family and friend outings at a manageable number.
Cope with loneliness - surround yourself with people and consider volunteering with those less fortunate.
Set a schedule - be realistic on what you can accomplish and write it down - and stick to it! Ensure you leave time for exercise.
Above all - promise yourself some relaxing holiday moments. Take deep breaths and actually experience the magic of the season.
If you feel your stress has become unmanageable, please make an appointment with one of our doctors.
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Rubino For Council |
Dr. Rubino is the new councilman elect for Summit.
Thank you to everyone for your support!
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| Meet the Staff | |
This month, we introduce Randy Kalinowski, the new Controller at The Rubino OB/GYN Group.
Randy is a finance executive with a talent for developing and executing strategies. He has 30 years of financial leadership experience. His broad based financial background offers expertise in creating financial and business solutions. This includes core financial functions such as business and strategic planning, reporting & analysis, mergers, accounting, and auditing/risk management.
Randy has an undergraduate business degree in accounting from Fairfield University. He began his career with PricewaterhouseCoopers and is a Certified Public Accountant. He is married with 3 children and resides in Wayne, NJ. His interests include woodworking, baseball and golf.
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| Her Option Cryoablation Thank You Program |
If you have a friend or family member that is suffering from heavy, painful periods and is a candidate for Her Option Cryoablation, they can simply make an appointment with The Rubino OB/GYN Group for a consultation to see if the procedure is right for them. As a thank you being an ambassador for good health, The Rubino Group is offering a $100 gift card* to anyone referring someone for the procedure. *The procedure must be completed and performed by The Rubino OB/GYN Group prior to receiving the gift card. The referral should use the person's name (that referred them) when booking the procedure to ensure gift card is issued.
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| Office Announcements |
Flu Shots Are Now Available
Flu shots are available in our offices for our pregnant patients. Please call to make an appointment.
Emmi
We have added a new patient information service on the Patient Education page of our website with video tutorials. Take a look!
Enterprising Patients
If you would like to add your business or service to the website,
please e-mail us at network@rubinoobgyn.com.
Pretty Pushers Disposable Labor Gowns
Soft, cotten, disposable labor gowns are available in our offices. For more information visit the products page on our website.
ContourMD - 10% Discount
Click here to start shopping. Use code AFF10 during checkout.
Save Time with Online Appointments, Consultations &Personal Health Records
To schedule online appointments, consultations or view your personal health records at your convenience, just visit the home page of www.rubinoobgyn.com. You can also call 973-736-1100 now to schedule an appointment at any of our three locations.
"Important Announcements" on Our Website
You can find important new developments and time-sensitive announcements (such as office closings) right on the upper right hand portion of our home page. |
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