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Healthy Rounds: January 2010

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Sunday, January 10, 2010. National Cheer and Dance Championship. This weekend the Mohegan Sun Casino hosted the Spirit National Cheer and Dance Championships. I served as the physician for this event. Cheerleading has been referred to as "the most dangerous sport in America" based on the frequency of injury. Although there were injuries at the event, none were serious and all were evaluated by certified athletic trainers and physicians. Do you have a cheer and dance story to share? If you are a "cheer pa...

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Healthy Rounds: March 2012

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Tuesday, March 20, 2012. The relationship between Floridians and Cuba is often contentious. Many fled the Caribbean nation in the late 1950s at the beginning of the Castro dictatorship. Historically, Cuba has isolated itself and continues to prohibit many basic freedoms. Cubans cannot travel nor speak freely. I am personally in favor of isolating Cuba. While it is clear that they now need the support of capitalist countries like the United States, they continue to remain communist and denounce the Am...

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Healthy Rounds: A Pulmonary Embolism Can Strike Anyone

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Friday, March 4, 2011. A Pulmonary Embolism Can Strike Anyone. Tennis champion Serena Williams was recently hospitalized for treatment of a life-threatening pulmonary embolus. While it may be surprising to hear about a world class athlete being stricken by a condition typically associated with inactivity, athletes can be particularly susceptible to this condition. The best way to prevent pulmonary emboli is to stretch often when traveling, remain well hydrated and be aware of symptoms. Pulmonary emboli c...

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Healthy Rounds: March 2010

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Sunday, March 28, 2010. March is colorectal cancer awareness month. Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in men and women. Dr Christina Czyrko, a colorectal surgeon from the Hospital of Central Connecticut, was a recent guest on Healthy Rounds. She emphasized the importance of diet and exercise as a way of avoiding this deadly condition:. Grilled and processed meats should be avoided. A diet rich in whole grains and fruits is preferred. Regular exercise is crucial. Listen to Dr&#46...

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Healthy Rounds: Bicycle Safety

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Tuesday, March 15, 2011. I have recently spent time in the Tampa Bay area as part of my annual spring training tour. I have been consulting for the New York Yankees for fifteen years and this year, I have also been invited up to Lakeland, Florida to discuss the early recognition and treatment of concussion with the Detroit Tigers medical staff. What ideas do you have for safer bicycle travel? Florida 12 Hour Traffic School. March 16, 2011 at 5:31 AM. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Anthony G. Ale...

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Healthy Rounds: Physician Shortage

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Thursday, January 23, 2014. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Anthony G. Alessi, MD. Anthony G. Alessi, MD, is the Stroke Center Medical Director at The William W. Backus Hospital, a neurologist in private practice at NeuroDiagnostics, LLC, in Norwich, Conn., and author of "Healthy Sports: A Doctor's Lessons for a Winning Lifestyle." He serves as a neurologic consultant to professional and collegiate sports teams as well as the Connecticut State Boxing Commission. Learn more at www.alessimd.com.

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Healthy Rounds: September 2010

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Thursday, September 30, 2010. Two recent Healthy Rounds programs dealt with the topics of domestic abuse and bullying. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). Anthony G. Alessi, MD. Learn more at www.alessimd.com. Listen to Dr. Alessi live during Healthy Rounds every Saturday from 11 am - noon on WTIC NewsTalk 1080. Pose a health question to Dr. Alessi and any of his guests by calling live 800-966-WTIC or leave a message at 860-885-6445, which he will answer during the show. Subscribe To Healthy Rounds.

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Healthy Sports: Severity of spinal fractures can vary

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Severity of spinal fractures can vary. Spinal fractures are among the most variable injuries in sports. Based on the location and type, they can result in death or a minor setback. Fortunately, Baylor quarterback Bryce Petty will only face a short layoff after fracturing his spine last week. Trauma is the principal cause of spinal fractures. Sudden downward pressure results in crushing the vertebral body producing a compression fracture or a more serious burst fracture. The biggest factor that determines...

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Healthy Rounds: Creating a Culture of Safety

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Monday, May 30, 2011. Creating a Culture of Safety. I recently had an opportunity to interview Dr. Amy Ship on the Healthy Rounds radio program. Dr. Ship is a primary care internist at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital and assistant professor at Harvard Medical School. She recently published a column in the New England Journal of Medicine that addressed the responsibility of physicians to inquire about safe habits among our patients. Do you think physicians should inquire about guns in the home? Anthony G&#...