Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has been awarded a two-year $156,000 grant by the Health Foundation for Central and Western New York to support Get Well/Stay Well, an innovative program to serve Niagara County seniors.
The program, which will begin July 1, will be offered at the Summit Family Health Center and operate in collaboration with The Dale Association, a well-known provider of mental health and elderly services in Niagara.
“Too many seniors unfortunately go without the services they need to get well and stay well,” Memorial Vice President & Chief Operating Officer Sheila K. Kee said. “This program will remove obstacles to care by making it convenient for them to address all their physical and behavioral health and social needs in a single location.”
“Seniors suffering from isolation and depression often fall through the cracks,” Health Foundation President Ann F. Monroe said. “We are pleased to be able to support a project like Get Well/Stay Well that will help address the multiple issues confronted by seniors living in our community and get them the care they need in order to stay physically and mentally healthy.”
“Healthcare research shows that service integration produces many positive benefits for older adults,” Memorial President & CEO Joseph A. Ruffolo said. “Niagara Falls Memorial is grateful for the Health Foundation for Central and Western New York’s support for this important program.”
Kee said Get Well/Stay Well will take a patient-centered whole person approach to provide seniors with care and support that integrates primary care with mental health counseling and senior support services at the Summit site.
“Seniors will get the tools and information they need to stay healthy and well,” Ms. Kee said.
According to a study published by researchers from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the number of older adults with major psychiatric illnesses in 2030 will be more than double that seen in 2000. Mental illnesses among older adults are associated with functional disability, cognitive impairment, compromised quality of life, increased health care utilization and costs, barriers to preventive care and poor health outcomes. However, mental illnesses among older adults are often unrecognized, untreated, or undertreated.
Nonetheless, few seniors connect to mental health services to address those issues.
Judi Nolan Powell, a member of the medical center’s board of directors and the chair of Memorial’s Cardiac Stroke Campaign, said Get Well/Stay Well also addresses another critical community need.
“Get Well/Stay Well not only epitomizes Memorial’s transformation toward health care management for the underserved in our market but it is the best route for reaching our large elderly population who are most at risk for cardiac disease and stroke,” she said.
Funding for Get Well/Stay Well includes a previously announced $500,000 grant from the New York State Office of Mental Health. Initial staff training for Get Well/Stay Well will be provided by the nationally recognized University of Washington AIMS Center. Housed within the Division of Integrated Care & Public Health, the AIMS Center is an interdisciplinary group of clinicians and scientists dedicated to improving the health of populations by advancing effective, integrated behavioral health care.
“AIMS Center experts will instruct Memorial's physicians, residents and staff on best practices for delivering integrated care,” Ms. Kee said. “This is a tremendous opportunity for us to improve and refocus the way we deliver health care to our seniors.”
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Sunday, February 9, 2014
This Valentine’s Day avoid heartaches by keeping your heart healthy
February is all about the heart—and not just because of Valentine's Day. It is also American Heart Month and February 9-15 is Cardiovascular Professionals Week. It is also a good opportunity to remind the public to pay close attention to cardiovascular health.
Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in the country for men and women. While routine testing with your doctor is the best way to monitor your risk for heart problems, also follow these five tips to help keep your heart in shape at any age.
Get regular exercise. Ages 18–65 should be getting at least 30 minutes of moderate intensity activity five days of the week, according to the American Heart Association.
Eat a balanced diet. Choose whole fruits that offer high levels of fiber. Check for whole grains in cereal. Eggs, fish and almonds are all good options.
Do not smoke. Cigarette smokers are two to three times more likely to die from coronary heart disease than nonsmokers.
Manage your stress. Whether from work or personal life, take time to relax to ensure a healthy heart.
Get plenty of sleep. According to the Harvard Medical School, poor sleep habits can contribute to heart disease, high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, heart failure, heart attack and stroke, diabetes and obesity.
In addition to these tips above, regular visits to the doctor are important. A doctor should perform a variety of tests to determine your heart’s ability to maintain a normal rhythm or regulate blood flow. These tests sometimes begin as early as age 35 for those who are considered high risk but usually start around age 40.
As a Valentine’s gift to yourself, start taking the steps to building and maintaining a strong, healthy heart.
Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in the country for men and women. While routine testing with your doctor is the best way to monitor your risk for heart problems, also follow these five tips to help keep your heart in shape at any age.
Get regular exercise. Ages 18–65 should be getting at least 30 minutes of moderate intensity activity five days of the week, according to the American Heart Association.
Eat a balanced diet. Choose whole fruits that offer high levels of fiber. Check for whole grains in cereal. Eggs, fish and almonds are all good options.
Do not smoke. Cigarette smokers are two to three times more likely to die from coronary heart disease than nonsmokers.
Manage your stress. Whether from work or personal life, take time to relax to ensure a healthy heart.
Get plenty of sleep. According to the Harvard Medical School, poor sleep habits can contribute to heart disease, high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, heart failure, heart attack and stroke, diabetes and obesity.
In addition to these tips above, regular visits to the doctor are important. A doctor should perform a variety of tests to determine your heart’s ability to maintain a normal rhythm or regulate blood flow. These tests sometimes begin as early as age 35 for those who are considered high risk but usually start around age 40.
As a Valentine’s gift to yourself, start taking the steps to building and maintaining a strong, healthy heart.
Friday, February 7, 2014
Buffalo Sabres to Host Expected Record Breaking Blood Drive at First Niagara Center
Unyts, WNY’s only organ, eye, tissue and community blood center, along with the Buffalo Sabres, will host a community blood drive at the First Niagara Center on Monday, February 10th. Unyts supplies 60% of the blood for WNY hospitals, including ECMC and Kaleida Health.
WHO: Blood donors (age 17 and older. Those 16 years of age can donate with parents consent), Buffalo Sabres alumni throughout the day.
Danny Gare
9:00 AM—Harry Neale
10:00 AM—Darryl Shannon
11:00 AM—Derek Smith
12:00 PM—Andrew Peters
1:00 PM—Adam Mair
2:00 PM—Ric Seiling
WHERE: First Niagara Center, 1 Seymour Knox III Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14203
WHEN: Monday, February 10th from 9AM-5PM
WHY: Because the need for blood is constant, and all blood donated with Unyts stays here in WNY to help local patients in local hospitals.
Those donors who sign up and keep their blood donation appointment will receive two tickets to an upcoming Sabres game at First Niagara Center. All donors will receive an exclusive locker room tour.
Due to this exciting promotion ALL APPOINTMENTS HAVE BEEN FILLED!
Become an Organ, Eye, Tissue & Community Blood Donor Today! It Does Matter.
*Unyts now operates under d/b/a Unyts. We are no longer Upstate NY Transplant Services.*
Roswell Park Researchers Present Findings of 2 E-Cigarette Studies at SRNT Meeting
Studies provide new evidence on ‘thirdhand’ exposure to nicotine, accuracy of product labels
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Scientists from Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) have conducted two recent studies to evaluate the nicotine content and thirdhand nicotine exposure from electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes). Maciej Goniewicz, PhD, PharmD, of the Department of Health Behavior at RPCI is presenting the findings of both studies at the annual meeting of the Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco, which continues through Saturday, Feb. 8 in Seattle, Wash.
E-cigarette users inhale a vapor containing addictive nicotine and other products through a battery-operated device that looks similar to a traditional cigarette. The sales of e-cigarettes in the U.S. have doubled each year since 2008.
“The public health community agrees that more scientific inquiry is needed to understand the potential health impact of e-cigarettes,” said Dr. Goniewicz. “These studies add to the growing body of scientific evidence that will help to define and delineate a product that is broadly used indoors and is advertised and sold without restrictions.”
Thirdhand Nicotine Exposure from E-Cigarettes
In the first study, “Assessment of Thirdhand Exposure to Nicotine From Electronic Cigarettes” (abstract POS1-6), the Roswell Park team evaluated levels of nicotine released from e-cigarettes and deposited on surfaces. This residue left on indoor surfaces by tobacco smoke is often referred to as “thirdhand smoke.”
Researchers analyzed three brands of e-cigarettes filled with varying nicotine concentrations. The e-cigarettes were smoked, or “vaped,” with a syringe in an exposure chamber. Nicotine levels on five surfaces of the smoking chamber were measured. The surfaces included glass, floors, walls, windows, wood and metal.
Three out of four experiments showed significant yet varying increases in nicotine found on the five surfaces. The floor and glass windows had the greatest increases in nicotine residue. Dr. Goniewicz and colleagues concluded that future research should explore the risks of exposure to carcinogens posed by third-hand exposure from e-cigarettes.
E-Cigarette Nicotine Labels
Currently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration does not regulate e-cigarettes. A second study by the Goniewicz team, “Consistency of Labeled Nicotine Content in Electronic Cigarettes: Regulatory Challenges” (abstract POS2-40), measured nicotine concentrations in 32 e-cigarette refill solutions. The researchers then compared the quantity of nicotine in the refills to the amount specified on the product labels.
The study found that labeling of nicotine content on e-cigarette refill solution was accurate in most cases. However, they also found e-cigarette packaging that may be misleading to consumers and can cause involuntary exposure to high doses of nicotine. One in four products differed in nicotine concentration by more than 20% from the value indicated on product labels. And nicotine was found to be present in some refill solutions labeled as nicotine-free.
“Research conducted by Roswell Park scientists provides a valuable contribution and insight into the content and marketing of e-cigarettes,” noted Andrew Hyland, PhD, Chair of RPCI’s Department of Health Behavior. “This science can inform health policy organizations as they determine e-cigarette regulations, which can and should include smoke-free policies and standards for accurate labeling.”
Dr. Goniewicz is also co-moderator of a panel discussion on dual use of electronic and tobacco cigarettes.
The Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco (SRNT) is an association of nicotine and tobacco researchers, with more than 1,000 members in 45 countries. Its mission is “to stimulate the generation and dissemination of new knowledge concerning nicotine and tobacco in all its manifestations, from cell to society.” For more information on the SRNT, visit the organization’s website, www.srnt.org.
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Scientists from Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) have conducted two recent studies to evaluate the nicotine content and thirdhand nicotine exposure from electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes). Maciej Goniewicz, PhD, PharmD, of the Department of Health Behavior at RPCI is presenting the findings of both studies at the annual meeting of the Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco, which continues through Saturday, Feb. 8 in Seattle, Wash.
E-cigarette users inhale a vapor containing addictive nicotine and other products through a battery-operated device that looks similar to a traditional cigarette. The sales of e-cigarettes in the U.S. have doubled each year since 2008.
“The public health community agrees that more scientific inquiry is needed to understand the potential health impact of e-cigarettes,” said Dr. Goniewicz. “These studies add to the growing body of scientific evidence that will help to define and delineate a product that is broadly used indoors and is advertised and sold without restrictions.”
Thirdhand Nicotine Exposure from E-Cigarettes
In the first study, “Assessment of Thirdhand Exposure to Nicotine From Electronic Cigarettes” (abstract POS1-6), the Roswell Park team evaluated levels of nicotine released from e-cigarettes and deposited on surfaces. This residue left on indoor surfaces by tobacco smoke is often referred to as “thirdhand smoke.”
Researchers analyzed three brands of e-cigarettes filled with varying nicotine concentrations. The e-cigarettes were smoked, or “vaped,” with a syringe in an exposure chamber. Nicotine levels on five surfaces of the smoking chamber were measured. The surfaces included glass, floors, walls, windows, wood and metal.
Three out of four experiments showed significant yet varying increases in nicotine found on the five surfaces. The floor and glass windows had the greatest increases in nicotine residue. Dr. Goniewicz and colleagues concluded that future research should explore the risks of exposure to carcinogens posed by third-hand exposure from e-cigarettes.
E-Cigarette Nicotine Labels
Currently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration does not regulate e-cigarettes. A second study by the Goniewicz team, “Consistency of Labeled Nicotine Content in Electronic Cigarettes: Regulatory Challenges” (abstract POS2-40), measured nicotine concentrations in 32 e-cigarette refill solutions. The researchers then compared the quantity of nicotine in the refills to the amount specified on the product labels.
The study found that labeling of nicotine content on e-cigarette refill solution was accurate in most cases. However, they also found e-cigarette packaging that may be misleading to consumers and can cause involuntary exposure to high doses of nicotine. One in four products differed in nicotine concentration by more than 20% from the value indicated on product labels. And nicotine was found to be present in some refill solutions labeled as nicotine-free.
“Research conducted by Roswell Park scientists provides a valuable contribution and insight into the content and marketing of e-cigarettes,” noted Andrew Hyland, PhD, Chair of RPCI’s Department of Health Behavior. “This science can inform health policy organizations as they determine e-cigarette regulations, which can and should include smoke-free policies and standards for accurate labeling.”
Dr. Goniewicz is also co-moderator of a panel discussion on dual use of electronic and tobacco cigarettes.
The Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco (SRNT) is an association of nicotine and tobacco researchers, with more than 1,000 members in 45 countries. Its mission is “to stimulate the generation and dissemination of new knowledge concerning nicotine and tobacco in all its manifestations, from cell to society.” For more information on the SRNT, visit the organization’s website, www.srnt.org.
‘Power Walls’ of Tobacco Products, Ads Attract Both Smokers and Nonsmokers
Roswell Park study used mobile eye tracking to record where shoppers look, and for how long
BUFFALO, N.Y. — New research from Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) demonstrates that the walls of tobacco marketing and products located behind the counter in many convenience stores, referred to as “power walls,” are an effective way to attract the gaze of most shoppers. Maansi Bansal-Travers, PhD, a Research Scientist in RPCI’s Department of Health Behavior, is presenting the findings at the annual meeting of the Society on Research for Nicotine and Tobacco, which continues through Saturday, Feb. 8 in Seattle, Wash.
In this study, “Through the Eyes of the Consumer: Attention Paid and Recall of the Tobacco Power Wall Display in a Store Through Mobile Eye-Tracking” (abstract POS1-49), researchers used mobile eye-tracking equipment to record and analyze the location and duration of where and what smokers and nonsmokers observed while inside convenience stores. Participants ages 18-30 were asked to make one of three purchases: a candy bar, a candy bar and a specific cigarette brand, or a candy bar and a cigarette brand of their choosing. Real-time video recorded each participant’s retail visit.
Overall, 72% of the participants fixated on the power wall of tobacco products behind the counter during their purchase. Fixations were particularly likely on tobacco ads and cigarette displays. Nonsmokers and smokers viewed the ads for the same duration of time.
“This novel research allows scientists to examine the impact and influence of tobacco marketing inside the retail environment from the point of view of the smoker and nonsmoker,” said Dr. Bansal-Travers. “The findings demonstrate the effectiveness of the eye-catching tobacco marketing and pack displays found in the retail environment, which make tobacco appear normal, interesting and accessible.”
According to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission’s Cigarette Report, cigarette companies spent more than $8.8 billion marketing their products in 2011, the most recent year for which data is available. Other studies have concluded that the more cigarette marketing teens are exposed to in retail stores, the more likely they are to smoke.
Andrew Hyland, PhD, Chair of the Department of Health Behavior at RPCI, added: “Innovative research such as this study conducted by scientists at Roswell Park provides a solid, evidence-based foundation for policymakers as they adopt regulations regarding tobacco marketing and product displays.”
The Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco (SRNT) is an association of nicotine and tobacco researchers, with more than 1,000 members in 45 countries. Its mission is “to stimulate the generation and dissemination of new knowledge concerning nicotine and tobacco in all its manifestations, from cell to society.” For more information on SRNT, visit the organization’s website, www.srnt.org.
BUFFALO, N.Y. — New research from Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) demonstrates that the walls of tobacco marketing and products located behind the counter in many convenience stores, referred to as “power walls,” are an effective way to attract the gaze of most shoppers. Maansi Bansal-Travers, PhD, a Research Scientist in RPCI’s Department of Health Behavior, is presenting the findings at the annual meeting of the Society on Research for Nicotine and Tobacco, which continues through Saturday, Feb. 8 in Seattle, Wash.
In this study, “Through the Eyes of the Consumer: Attention Paid and Recall of the Tobacco Power Wall Display in a Store Through Mobile Eye-Tracking” (abstract POS1-49), researchers used mobile eye-tracking equipment to record and analyze the location and duration of where and what smokers and nonsmokers observed while inside convenience stores. Participants ages 18-30 were asked to make one of three purchases: a candy bar, a candy bar and a specific cigarette brand, or a candy bar and a cigarette brand of their choosing. Real-time video recorded each participant’s retail visit.
Overall, 72% of the participants fixated on the power wall of tobacco products behind the counter during their purchase. Fixations were particularly likely on tobacco ads and cigarette displays. Nonsmokers and smokers viewed the ads for the same duration of time.
“This novel research allows scientists to examine the impact and influence of tobacco marketing inside the retail environment from the point of view of the smoker and nonsmoker,” said Dr. Bansal-Travers. “The findings demonstrate the effectiveness of the eye-catching tobacco marketing and pack displays found in the retail environment, which make tobacco appear normal, interesting and accessible.”
According to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission’s Cigarette Report, cigarette companies spent more than $8.8 billion marketing their products in 2011, the most recent year for which data is available. Other studies have concluded that the more cigarette marketing teens are exposed to in retail stores, the more likely they are to smoke.
Andrew Hyland, PhD, Chair of the Department of Health Behavior at RPCI, added: “Innovative research such as this study conducted by scientists at Roswell Park provides a solid, evidence-based foundation for policymakers as they adopt regulations regarding tobacco marketing and product displays.”
The Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco (SRNT) is an association of nicotine and tobacco researchers, with more than 1,000 members in 45 countries. Its mission is “to stimulate the generation and dissemination of new knowledge concerning nicotine and tobacco in all its manifestations, from cell to society.” For more information on SRNT, visit the organization’s website, www.srnt.org.
Memorial wears read for women’s heart health
Members of the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center family gathered inside the hospital’s main entrance today (Feb. 7) to show their support for National Wear Red/Go Red for Women Day. The annual observance is dedicated to raising awareness and funds to battle heart disease in women. One in four women dies from heart disease in the United States, making it the leading cause of death among women.
ECMC Cleve-Hill Family Health Center earns NCQA “Patient-Centered Medical HomeTM Recognition”
BUFFALO, NY; February 7, 2014—Erie County Medical Center (ECMC) Corporation today announced that the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) informed ECMC that its Cleve-Hill Family Health Center has achieved recognition status for “Patient-Centered Medical Home™ (PCMH™), Recognized – Level 3.”* The effective dates of this Recognition begin December 23, 2013 and expire December 23, 2016.
“The NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home is a model of 21st century primary care that combines access, teamwork and technology to deliver quality care and improve health,” said NCQA President Margaret E. O’Kane. “NCQA’s PCMH 2011 Recognition shows that the Cleve-Hill Family Health Center has tools, systems and resources to provide patients with the right care at the right time.”
The Patient-Centered Medical Home program reflects the input of the American College of Physicians (ACP), American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and American Osteopathic Association (AOA) and others in extension of the Physician Practice Connections Program. It was developed to assess whether physician practices are functioning as medical homes and recognize them for these efforts. The Patient-Centered Medical Home standards emphasize the use of systematic, patient-centered, coordinated care that supports access, communication and patient involvement.
ABOUT NCQA: NCQA is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to improving health care quality. NCQA accredits and certifies a wide range of health care organizations. It also recognizes clinicians and practices in key areas of performance. NCQA is committed to providing health care quality information for consumers, purchasers, health care providers and researchers. NCQA recognizes the vital role clinicians play in advancing quality. The Recognition Programs assess whether clinicians and practices support the delivery of high-quality care. The Recognition Programs are built on evidence-based, nationally recognized clinical standards of care. The official NCQA directory of Recognized Clinicians can be accessed at http://recognition.ncqa.org
*Patient-Centered Medical Home™ (PCMH™) is a trademark of the National Committee for Quality Assurance.
ABOUT ECMC: The ECMC Corporation includes an advanced academic medical center (ECMC) with 550 inpatient beds, on- and off-campus health centers, more than 30 outpatient specialty care services and Terrace View, a 390-bed long-term care facility. ECMC is the regional center for trauma, burn care, behavioral health services, transplantation, and rehabilitation and is a major teaching facility for the University at Buffalo. Most ECMC physicians, dentists and pharmacists are dedicated faculty members of the university and/or members of a private practice plan. More Western New York residents are choosing ECMC for exceptional patient care and patient experiences—the difference between healthcare and true care™.
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“The NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home is a model of 21st century primary care that combines access, teamwork and technology to deliver quality care and improve health,” said NCQA President Margaret E. O’Kane. “NCQA’s PCMH 2011 Recognition shows that the Cleve-Hill Family Health Center has tools, systems and resources to provide patients with the right care at the right time.”
The Patient-Centered Medical Home program reflects the input of the American College of Physicians (ACP), American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and American Osteopathic Association (AOA) and others in extension of the Physician Practice Connections Program. It was developed to assess whether physician practices are functioning as medical homes and recognize them for these efforts. The Patient-Centered Medical Home standards emphasize the use of systematic, patient-centered, coordinated care that supports access, communication and patient involvement.
ABOUT NCQA: NCQA is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to improving health care quality. NCQA accredits and certifies a wide range of health care organizations. It also recognizes clinicians and practices in key areas of performance. NCQA is committed to providing health care quality information for consumers, purchasers, health care providers and researchers. NCQA recognizes the vital role clinicians play in advancing quality. The Recognition Programs assess whether clinicians and practices support the delivery of high-quality care. The Recognition Programs are built on evidence-based, nationally recognized clinical standards of care. The official NCQA directory of Recognized Clinicians can be accessed at http://recognition.ncqa.org
*Patient-Centered Medical Home™ (PCMH™) is a trademark of the National Committee for Quality Assurance.
ABOUT ECMC: The ECMC Corporation includes an advanced academic medical center (ECMC) with 550 inpatient beds, on- and off-campus health centers, more than 30 outpatient specialty care services and Terrace View, a 390-bed long-term care facility. ECMC is the regional center for trauma, burn care, behavioral health services, transplantation, and rehabilitation and is a major teaching facility for the University at Buffalo. Most ECMC physicians, dentists and pharmacists are dedicated faculty members of the university and/or members of a private practice plan. More Western New York residents are choosing ECMC for exceptional patient care and patient experiences—the difference between healthcare and true care™.
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Dr. Tobias A. Mattei, Neurosurgeon, joins the Brain and Spine Center, InvisionHealth in the Spring of 2014.
Dr. Mattei, is joining the Brain and Spine Center, InvisionHealth in the Spring of 2014. Dr. Mattei has strong clinical and research interests in complex spine and deformity surgery, oncological spine surgery and minimally invasive spine surgery. He is also an expert in skull base neurosurgery, cerebrovascular neurosurgery, neuro-oncology and pituitary tumors.
Originally from Brazil, he earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of São Paulo, the most renowned medical school in South America, having graduated cum laude for the best curriculum vitae of his class. He completed his neurosurgery residency training at the Institute of Neurology of Curitiba, an international center of excellence in skull base surgery, where he was appointed chief-resident. Dr. Mattei received additional specialized training in complex spine and deformity surgery at the University of Illinois at Peoria. He also completed an additional fellowship in oncological spine surgery at the Ohio State University, where he gained further expertise in complex resections and reconstructive operations for patients with spinal cancer, having being appointed clinical instructor of the department of neurological surgery.
Dr. Mattei was approved at the written and oral boards by the Brazilian Society of Neurosurgery with special honors for having achieved a score among the five best of the country. He is also board-certified by the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies, the official academic organization responsible for certifying neurosurgical training worldwide. Dr. Mattei is an active member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the North American Spine Society (NASS), the American Medical Association and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. He is fully licensed in medicine and surgery in the State of New York.
Besides being an active neurosurgeon, Dr. Mattei is also a prolific researcher, having published more than 100 peer-reviewed articles in basic and clinical research in neurosurgery and spine surgery. He is ad-hoc reviewer of more than 20 academic periodicals as well as member of the editorial board of more than 10 scientific journals in neurosurgery, including The Spine journal, the highest impact journal in spine surgery worldwide and World Neurosurgery, the official journal of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies.
Due to his frontline basic science research which has already led to the development of several new biomedical devices and technologies in neurosurgery, Dr. Mattei has been invited to become a member of the Clinical Neurophysiology, Devices, Neuroprosthetics and Biosensors Panel of the Center for Scientific Review of the National Institute of Health (NIH), providing scientific analysis and technical recommendations regarding funding proposals in applied neuroscience. Due to his broad academic expertise in neurosurgery he has also provided consulting services to several international scientific and governmental organizations including the Innovation and Technology Commission of the Hong Kong SAR Government. Dr. Mattei is an international speaker and his research have already been presented in several national and international congresses.
Dr. Mattei speaks more than 5 languages including English, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Greek and Hebrew and his office provides special assistance and individualized care to patients from international locations.
For more information regarding InvisionHealth, Diagnostic Imaging Associates, the Brain and Spine Center, Madonna OB GYN, Suburban OB/GYN, Spa400, and the InvisionHealth Foundation, please visit www.invisionhealth.com or call 716-631-3555.
Originally from Brazil, he earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of São Paulo, the most renowned medical school in South America, having graduated cum laude for the best curriculum vitae of his class. He completed his neurosurgery residency training at the Institute of Neurology of Curitiba, an international center of excellence in skull base surgery, where he was appointed chief-resident. Dr. Mattei received additional specialized training in complex spine and deformity surgery at the University of Illinois at Peoria. He also completed an additional fellowship in oncological spine surgery at the Ohio State University, where he gained further expertise in complex resections and reconstructive operations for patients with spinal cancer, having being appointed clinical instructor of the department of neurological surgery.
Dr. Mattei was approved at the written and oral boards by the Brazilian Society of Neurosurgery with special honors for having achieved a score among the five best of the country. He is also board-certified by the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies, the official academic organization responsible for certifying neurosurgical training worldwide. Dr. Mattei is an active member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the North American Spine Society (NASS), the American Medical Association and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. He is fully licensed in medicine and surgery in the State of New York.
Besides being an active neurosurgeon, Dr. Mattei is also a prolific researcher, having published more than 100 peer-reviewed articles in basic and clinical research in neurosurgery and spine surgery. He is ad-hoc reviewer of more than 20 academic periodicals as well as member of the editorial board of more than 10 scientific journals in neurosurgery, including The Spine journal, the highest impact journal in spine surgery worldwide and World Neurosurgery, the official journal of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies.
Due to his frontline basic science research which has already led to the development of several new biomedical devices and technologies in neurosurgery, Dr. Mattei has been invited to become a member of the Clinical Neurophysiology, Devices, Neuroprosthetics and Biosensors Panel of the Center for Scientific Review of the National Institute of Health (NIH), providing scientific analysis and technical recommendations regarding funding proposals in applied neuroscience. Due to his broad academic expertise in neurosurgery he has also provided consulting services to several international scientific and governmental organizations including the Innovation and Technology Commission of the Hong Kong SAR Government. Dr. Mattei is an international speaker and his research have already been presented in several national and international congresses.
Dr. Mattei speaks more than 5 languages including English, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Greek and Hebrew and his office provides special assistance and individualized care to patients from international locations.
For more information regarding InvisionHealth, Diagnostic Imaging Associates, the Brain and Spine Center, Madonna OB GYN, Suburban OB/GYN, Spa400, and the InvisionHealth Foundation, please visit www.invisionhealth.com or call 716-631-3555.
VA Western New York Healthcare System Hosts Veterans Creative Arts Festival
Nationwide, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical facilities use the creative arts as one form of rehabilitative treatment to help Veterans recover from and cope with physical and emotional disabilities. Across the country each year, Veterans treated at VA medical centers compete in local creative arts contests. This competition includes 53 art categories, ranging from oil painting to leatherwork to paint-by-number kits. In addition, there are 120 categories pertaining to all aspects of music, dance, drama and creative writing. The creative writing division is a more recent addition to the competition and includes original works in poetry, essay, short story, and personal experience writing.
VA Western New York Healthcare System’s Buffalo site, 3495 Bailey Avenue, will host a winter Veterans Creative Arts Festival on Thursday, February 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Freedom Hall (Room 301). Veterans who would like to participate have until February 10 to submit their artwork to the Recreation Therapy department. The public is invited to attend the local festival and enjoy a wide variety of creative art forms displayed by local Veterans, including poetry, music and art.
Local winning entries will be submitted to the national selection committee which chooses first, second and third place winners among all of the entries. Select winners will be invited to attend the 2014 National Veterans Creative Arts Festival from October 27 to November 2 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, hosted by Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center. Approximately 120 Veterans will exhibit their artwork or perform musical, dance, dramatic or original writing selections in a gala variety show.
VA Western New York Healthcare System’s Buffalo site, 3495 Bailey Avenue, will host a winter Veterans Creative Arts Festival on Thursday, February 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Freedom Hall (Room 301). Veterans who would like to participate have until February 10 to submit their artwork to the Recreation Therapy department. The public is invited to attend the local festival and enjoy a wide variety of creative art forms displayed by local Veterans, including poetry, music and art.
Local winning entries will be submitted to the national selection committee which chooses first, second and third place winners among all of the entries. Select winners will be invited to attend the 2014 National Veterans Creative Arts Festival from October 27 to November 2 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, hosted by Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center. Approximately 120 Veterans will exhibit their artwork or perform musical, dance, dramatic or original writing selections in a gala variety show.
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
Too afraid to do yoga because of risk of injury? Try therapeutic yoga
Buffalo Spine and Sports wants everyone to know about their unique therapeutic yoga classes, that are more specific to people with back pain and other injuries. They would like everyone to know about these classes which are held on an ongoing basis, and specifically want people to know about openings as follows:
Yoga for a Healthy Back, Joints and Bones
Thursday, Feb. 6th-Mar. 13th from 9:00-10:00 AM
Williamsville: 100 College Parkway, Suite 100
6 sessions; $100
Yoga for a Healthy Back, Joints and Bones
Saturday, Feb. 8th – Mar. 15th from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Williamsville: 100 College Parkway, Suite 100
6 sessions; $100
Register online: http://www.buffspine.com/therapeutic-yoga/yoga-class-schedule
Yoga for a Healthy Back, Joints and Bones
Thursday, Feb. 6th-Mar. 13th from 9:00-10:00 AM
Williamsville: 100 College Parkway, Suite 100
6 sessions; $100
Yoga for a Healthy Back, Joints and Bones
Saturday, Feb. 8th – Mar. 15th from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Williamsville: 100 College Parkway, Suite 100
6 sessions; $100
Register online: http://www.buffspine.com/therapeutic-yoga/yoga-class-schedule
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