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#DeepVeinThrombosis (DVT) is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. The good news is that these dangerous #bloodclots are not only treatable, but they are preventable, as well. Join experts from Stony Brook Surgical Associates as they discuss causes, signs, treatments and more. Do you have questions about #DVT? Be sure to type your questions in the comments section of the broadcast, and our experts will do their best to answer. Panelists: Antonios Gasparis, ...MD, FACS: Professor of Surgery, Director, Center for Vein Care; Medical Director, Non-Invasive Vascular Laboratory; Director, Phlebology Fellowship Doreen Eilitharp, MS, RN, NP-C,: VTE NP, Department of Vascular Surgery Kristan E. Probeck, MS, RN, ANP-C: NP, Center the Vein Care; VTE NP, Department of Vascular Surgery; VQI Abstractor, Clinical Research Associate, Database Manager

Stony Brook University Hospital named among America's 100 Best Hospitals for 2021. What a great accomplishment for all of our hard working physicians! Click the link below to read more about the award featured on our Blog, "The Beat" https://www.stonybrookmedicine.edu/.../Americas-100-best...

The month of February is American Heart Month. So, how well are you taking care of your cardiovascular health? In this blog article Dr. Konstantinos Spaniolas discusses how your weight can impact your risk for cardiovascular related health problems. "Extra weight comes with additional conditions, such as elevated blood cholesterol and lipids, hypertension and diabetes." Visit the link below to read the full article and learn more about Dr. Spaniolas and the Stony Brook Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Center https://www.stonybrookmedicine.edu//bariatric-impact-on-ca #OurHearts #AmericanHeartMonth Stony Brook Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Center

When a doctor isn't just your doctor, what a truly beautiful testimonial for our wonderful Dr. Tara Huston! To learn more about the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Division, visit stonybrookmedicine.edu/plasticsurgery

Another amazing patient testimonial for one of our surgeons, well deserved Dr. Khan! To learn more about Dr. Khan and our Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Division, visit our website www.stonybrookmedicine.edu/plasticsurgery

A miracle! Dougs recovery is remarkable and inspiring! Our very own Dr. Allison J. McLarty, Program Director at Stony Brook Heart Institute, and Dr. Robert Nocito, resident in emergency medicine were pivotal in Doug's recovery and his care throughout his time at Stony Brook Medicine Wishing the Jansson family all the best!