Silicone breast implants are reintroduced for women age 22 and over By A.K. Bhattacharya, M.D., F.A.C.S.       In late November, the Food and Drug Administration gave two manufacturers the final approval to return their improved silicone-gel filled breast implants to the market, making silicone breast implants available again for widespread use for the first time since 1992. The new silicone ... More ... Growing old doesn’t have to mean living in pain By Amy Rosen       A rheumatologist is an internist who has had additional training and education in the field of treating patients with bone, joint, muscle and soft tissue pain and inflammation. There are more than 100 kinds of arthritis and rheumatological syndromes and diseases that rheumatologists a... More ... When should I take my daughter to the gynecologist? Susan Pacana, FACOG       Frequently, a gynecologist is posed the following question from her adult patients: “When is the appropriate time to bring my teenage daughter to the gynecologist? More ... Vitamin E: Friend or foe during radiation therapy? By Carol L. Kornmehl, M.D., F.A.C.R.O.       Many people believe that Vitamin E is beneficial, and therefore take Vitamin E supplements. Despite the absence of proven advantages, antioxidant vitamins are widely used for prolonged periods of time and at high doses by healthy people, those at risk for cardiovascular disease and cancer,... More ... Doctor-patient communication vital in dealing with rheumatoid arthritis       (MF) — Nearly 70 percent of people being treated for rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, still experience pain, stiffness or fatigue on a daily basis. Many patients don’t realize that better communication with their rheumatologist could lead to improved care. Studies have shown that earlier manageme... More ... Nondrug solutions to treating osteoarthritis pain By Peter Joffe, D.C.       There are many different types of arthritis that affect Americans. The most common form of arthritis is Osteoarthritis, also known as Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD). Osteoarthritis is a painful and sometimes debilitating disease that causes the degeneration of the cartilage between the jo... More ... Free plastic surgery seminar       LAKEWOOD — Just in time for the New Year, The Center for Healthy Living at Kimball Medical Center is offering a free program on cosmetic surgery on Dec. 18, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Center for Healthy Living. Those interested in learning more about aspects of quality plastic surgery... More ... Kimball Medical Center offers survivors of suicide support       LAKEWOOD — An untimely or sudden death is always the most painful of losses. Losses by suicide are especially difficult. Kimball Medical Center offers a monthly support group for family members and loved ones who have suffered a loss through suicide. More ... Breast cancer survivor gives back to community       Holmdel — Thanks to expert treatment and compassionate care, Manalapan resident Trish Maloy is alive to spread the word about early diagnosis and life after breast cancer “Using my experience to speak out to others, being open, these are precious gifts I’ve gotten back from my cance... More ...