Alan Frischer, MD, MPHDec 16, 2017Bug BitesThis has been a banner year for insect bites, and I’ve been hearing many more complaints from patients. It’s likely that our last long...
Alan Frischer, MD, MPHNov 25, 2017Abdominal Aortic AneurysmAAA means one thing to a driver with a flat tire, but quite another to someone with a dilated aorta. If you are a man older than 50, you...
Alan Frischer, MD, MPHNov 11, 2017OvereatingThanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. It reminds me to focus on gratitude, and to spend time with dear family and friends. For...
Alan Frischer, MD, MPHOct 21, 2017Sleep MythsI’ve heard it all – through the years, my patients have expressed a large variety of misconceptions about sleep. Since we spend about...
Alan Frischer, MD, MPHOct 20, 2017Vegan DietChloe Coscarelli (“Chef Chloe”) is a well-known vegan chef and a dear family friend. It’s remarkable what a following she has developed....
Alan Frischer, MD, MPHSep 30, 2017Travel and SafetyEvery day my patients tell me of loved ones they see infrequently, due to serious concerns over travel safety. It’s true that all modes...