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Shore Physicians Group Welcomes Neurosurgeon Dr. Robert A. Sabo

Shore Physicians Group is pleased to welcome neurosurgeon Robert A. Sabo, M.D., F.A.C.S., a board-certified neurosurgeon with more than 30 years of experience in complex spine and neurological care. Dr. Sabo will begin seeing patients ages 18 and older on Monday, June 1 at Shore Physicians Group Neurosurgery, located at 155 Medical Center Way, 3rd Read More

Alzheimer’s and Napping: When Changes in Sleep Patterns May Signal Something More

Napping is a normal part of life for many people, especially as they age. In fact, research shows that older adults often nap more frequently, and in many cases, this is considered typical. However, recent discussions around sleep and Alzheimer’s disease have raised important questions: can napping signal something more serious? According to Medical News Read More

Can’t Lay Your Hand Flat? It Could Be Dupuytren’s Contracture

For many people, changes in their hands happen so gradually that they are easy to overlook until everyday tasks become more difficult. That is often the case with Dupuytren’s contracture, a condition that affects the tissue beneath the skin of the palm. To better understand the condition, Dr. Jasmine Bauknight, a hand surgeon with Shore Read More

Medication Overuse Headaches: Can taking too much Tylenol or Ibuprofen cause daily head pain?

Many people rely on over-the-counter pain relievers like Tylenol (acetaminophen) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) to manage headaches. While occasional use is generally safe, taking these medications too frequently can actually lead to a condition known as a medication overuse headache, also called a rebound headache. For some patients, this cycle can result in chronic or Read More

Colonoscopies: A General Surgeon Weighs In on this Lifesaving Cancer Screening

It’s 2 a.m., and Shore Physicians Group General Surgeon Dr. John Millili rushes to the OR to treat a patient who came to Shore Medical Center with a sudden bowel obstruction caused by an undiagnosed colorectal tumor. These are the cases that upset Dr. Millili the most – the ones that could have been prevented Read More

Go Green for Your Health: Simple Ways to Sneak More Greens into Your Diet

March is National Nutrition Month, making it a great time to take a closer look at one of the most powerful foods you can include in your diet: leafy greens. While St. Patrick’s Day may have passed, the “green” theme is still worth celebrating—especially when it comes to improving your health. According to Tiffany Rios, Read More

What Is Alpha-gal Syndrome? Understanding the Allergy Linked to Tick Bites

Many people in New Jersey are familiar with Lyme disease and other illnesses that can be spread by ticks. But there is another condition connected to tick bites that many people have never heard of. Instead of causing a bacterial infection, this condition can trigger a food allergy that affects how a person eats and Read More

When the Shoulder Slips: A Common Injury Weekend Warriors Shouldn’t Try to Fix Themselves

You don’t have to be a professional or Olympic athlete to suffer a dislocated shoulder. In fact, many of these injuries happen to “weekend warriors” and during everyday activities—playing pickup sports, slipping on ice, bracing a fall, or even walking a strong dog that suddenly pulls in the wrong direction. According to Dr. Tuan “Mickey” Read More

What May Be Causing Your One-Sided Headache

A headache on one side of the head can be frustrating—and sometimes concerning. While many headaches are related to stress, dehydration, or lack of sleep, persistent one-sided head pain may point to something more specific. A recent article in Medical News Today explored medical causes of unilateral headaches, including several neurological and vascular conditions. To Read More

It’s Not Too Late: Why Getting a Flu shot Still Matters this Season

Flu activity has increased steadily this season, with more people seeking care for influenza-like illness compared with some recent years. Healthcare providers across the region are reporting higher-than-expected case counts for this point in the season, reinforcing concerns that influenza remains a serious and ongoing threat. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Read More