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Psychiatrist publishes poetry collection on medical themes
Psychiatrist Ronald Pies MD writes poetry and has published a chapbook of poems with themes about health and medicine. “I think the chapbook would be of interest to most health care professionals, but...
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New radio format invites listener questions
The “Check Up from the Neck Up” segment on Upstate Medical University’s weekly radio program, Health Link on Air follows a new format that invites questions from listeners. Psychologist/researcher Rich...
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Psychiatrist treats people with pain medication addiction after back surgery
People who have become addicted to pain medications after back surgery may be eligible to receive treatment at Upstate that is designed to eliminate the drug dependency, restore the ability to deal...
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‘Myth of Mental Illness’ author, psychiatrist Thomas Szasz dies
Thomas Szasz MD in the garden at his Manlius home in 2001. That year, Dr. Szasz received an honorary doctorate from Upstate Medical University and was the commencement speaker. Photograph by Susan Kahn...
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Dr. Brian Johnson grateful for chance to help back surgery patients addicted...
A letter to the editor from Upstate’s Brian Johnson MD appears in today’s Post-Standard, thanking the newspaper for its coverage of the treatment he offers to back surgery patients who have become...
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How to decide what to do with your life
Don Pilch has some unique experiences in reinventing himself. He worked as an accountant, information technology manager, financial management executive and as a massage therapist before going to...
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Carbon dioxide levels impact human performance
As we look for ways to save energy in “green” buildings, researchers from Upstate suggest we not skimp on air quality. A study that looked at groups of volunteers in office-like chambers found...
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Psychiatrist interviewed about new gun control laws
Robert Gregory MD is interviewed by YNN’s Katie Gibas. Photo by Kathleen Paice Froio. Robert Gregory MD spoke to YNN about the New York SAFE Act and the concerns of mental health providers, who will be...
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Coping with stress — advice for caregivers from caregivers
Ruth McKay We may not be able to control what’s happening around us, but we can determine our reactions. That is one of the primary ways to cope with stress, whether it’s brought on by sudden illness,...
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Check Up from the Neck Up: How to feel like part of a committee
Hear psychologist Rich O’Neill’s weekly Check Up from the Neck Up from 9 to 10 a.m. Sundays on WSYR radio. Or, visit the website at www.upstate.edu/healthlinkonair By Rich O’Neill Q: I was asked to...
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Researchers recruit people for genetic study of schizophrenia
If you’re healthy, free of mental illness, and willing to help science unlock the secrets of schizophrenia, consider participating in a genetic study of schizophrenia that is underway at Upstate....
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Syracuse media interview psychologist about Boston manhunt
Reporters interview Dr. Robert Gregory about the Boston manhunt. Photo by Kathleen Paice Froio. Dr. Robert Gregory, MD, talked with news reporters about the importance of verbalizing concerns about the...
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HealthLink radio show joins WRVO public media
Upstate Medical University’s hour-long “HealthLink on Air” program joins WRVO Public Media‘s Sunday evening lineup from 9 to 10 p.m. Sunday, May 26 . Registered dietitian Terry Podolak provides the...
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Annual Clergy Day on June 6 targets seminarians, chaplains and lay pastoral...
“Psychiatry and Ministry: Partners in Care” is the title of Upstate’s 21st annual Clergy Day, held Thursday, June 6 at the Hutchings Psychiatric Center Auditorium, 810 E. Genesee St., Syracuse. The...
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Medical director of state Office of Mental Health to speak about how families...
Dr. Lloyd Sederer, MD, medical director of the New York State Office of Mental Health, is scheduled to speak on the Upstate Medical University campus Tuesday, June 11. His topic: “A Tale of Two...
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How to recognize mental illness in a loved one
Dr. Lloyd Sederer was interviewed by host Linda Cohen for Upstate’s HealthLink on Air radio show during his Syracuse visit. The medical director for the New York State Office of Mental Health, Dr....
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Grant money boosts research, creates jobs
Gov. Andrew Cumo answered questions from the media during a recent visit to Upstate Medical University. The Doctor of Physical Therapy program and the Nursing program at Upstate will receive a portion...
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Why we love photography
Readers, This article is from the leisure section of the summer issue of Upstate Health, a consumer health publication provided by Upstate Medical University. Click on the copy to your left so you can...
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What action is appropriate if a mentally ill person makes a threat?
The perception may be that people with mental illness are to blame for society’s violence, but psychiatrist James Knoll IV, MD says that is not reality. “If you look at all the violence committed in...
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Preventing school violence subject of HealthLink on Air radio program
Upstate’s weekly talk radio program, HealthLink on Air presents a special show about preventing school violence from 9 to 10 p.m. Sunday evening, Sept. 15 on WRVO Public Media. This episode features...
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