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Beyond Resolutions: The Key to Lasting Nutrition Success

“Every day, and every meal is an opportunity to make a choice that feels good and makes you proud.” Tiffany Rios, Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator at Shore Physicians Group Nutritional Services, shares her expert advice to help you thrive from the inside-out. With her empathetic and motivational counseling style, Rios empowers her clients Read More

Norovirus Unleashed: What You Need to Know About the Stomach Bug Sweeping the Nation

Norovirus, often called the “stomach flu,” is making its presence felt across the United States. This highly contagious virus, responsible for 19 to 21 million illnesses annually, is the leading cause of acute gastroenteritis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Despite its nickname, norovirus is not related to the flu. Instead, Read More

Healing Beyond the Surface: Acupuncture for Sports Medicine Pain Relief

Acupuncture is an ancient healing practice that has been gaining recognition in modern medicine for its effectiveness in pain relief and overall wellness. Shore Physicians Group’s primary care and non-operative sports medicine physician, Dr. Megan McQuarrie, M.D., C.A.Q.S.M., incorporates battlefield acupuncture into her patient care to address pain related to sports medicine injuries and issues. Read More

Walking Pneumonia: Understanding the Illness, Treatment, Prevention, and Impact

Walking pneumonia is a milder form of lung infection that often allows individuals to continue their daily activities without significant disruption. Unlike typical pneumonia, which can cause severe symptoms and may require hospitalization, walking pneumonia presents with less intense manifestations. What Is Walking Pneumonia? Walking pneumonia is commonly caused by the bacterium Mycoplasma pneumoniae. This Read More

Climb Your Way to Fitness: The Truth About Treadmill Inclines for Midlife and Beyond

Walking on an incline setting on a treadmill is an excellent way to boost your fitness, and it’s particularly effective and safe for people in their 40s, 50s, and beyond. This low-impact exercise can enhance cardiovascular health, strengthen muscles, and help with weight management without putting undue stress on joints. But to get the most Read More

Could Your Prediabetes Actually Be Type 1 Diabetes?

A diagnosis of prediabetes typically sets off a familiar course of action with your doctor: weight loss, exercise, and lifestyle changes to prevent the progression to type 2 diabetes. But what if there’s more to the story? According to Shore Physicians Group Endocrinologist Dr. Matthew Corcoran, some cases of prediabetes may actually be early stages Read More

Shore Physicians Group Urologist Dr. Carl Gjertson Now Performing Transperineal Prostate Biopsies at Shore Medical Center

Shore Physicians Group proudly announces that Dr. Carl K. Gjertson, a renowned urologist with expertise in robotic surgery, is now offering transperineal prostate biopsies to patients. This advanced procedure not only enhances diagnostic accuracy but also significantly reduces the risk of infection, providing patients with a safer and more effective option for prostate cancer diagnosis. Read More

Exercise Smart: How Proper Warm-Ups and Cool-Downs Safeguard Your Joints and Muscles

By Dante Marconi, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, taking care of your body before and after exercise is essential. One of the most overlooked aspects of injury prevention is the warm-up and cool-down routine. As an orthopaedic surgeon, I’ve seen countless injuries that could have been Read More

Shore Physicians Group Presents: “What You Need to Know About Diabetes” Health Education Event, Nov 20

Shore Physicians Group announced it will host a health education event titled, “What You Need to Know About Diabetes,” on Wednesday, November 20 at The Village at St. Peter’s, 21 W. Black Horse Pike, in Pleasantville. Experts from Shore Physicians Group will share important information about diabetes management, treatments, and new technology. The presentations will Read More

What our patients are saying about their SPG office experience

We are proud to share feedback from our patients about the office experience and staff at Shore Physicians Group. The following are some of the recent comments from our patients regarding their experience in our offices. Individual reviews and comments are posted on each provider’s page.