Saroj Neupane, MD, is a board-certified interventional cardiologist who is highly-skilled in performing the most complex coronary interventions. Let’s get to know more about Dr. Neupane, his unique skillset and what he loves to do most in the fall. Q: What are some of your favorite things to do in the fall? I enjoy spending […]
For many kids, at least one item on the holiday wish list is a digital device. Phones, tablets and video games are pervasive in society. Plus, they provide access to friends and information and are often a status symbol for kids. It’s difficult to imagine an existence without digital devices. Yet, it’s important to strike […]
Winter is a wonderful time of year for holiday parties, outdoor sports and cozy evenings by the fireplace. It’s also a time when contagious winter illnesses creep in, leading to a lot of miserable sick days. In case you or a loved one is under the weather, here are seven common winter illnesses to watch […]
Transforming ideas into creative solutions — that’s what we do! Founded in 2019 with the kickoff of the WakeMed drone program, our WakeMed Innovations department is a place where employees are welcome to dabble in ideas that address the unmet needs of our patients and their families. Diana Rhyne, executive director of Research & Innovation, says, […]
Consider these festive holiday recipes approved by our Bariatric Surgery and Medical Weight Loss team. Delicious and bariatric-friendly options are available after your surgery. Don’t miss out on the scrumptious fun. Try these for a season that is yummy and bright! Protein Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups (from Bariatric Foodie) Ingredients Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling 1/2cup pure canned pumpkin (NOT […]
Medically reviewed by Marili Witt, MD, FACOG Refresh Your Contraceptive Awareness Contraceptives are not always about birth control. They are used by many women for many reasons beyond preventing pregnancy: Some women use them to reduce symptoms of PMS or perimenopause, some use them to prevent migraines and some prefer the lighter periods that they […]
Dr. Rebecca Manganello, a provider on our WakeMed Medical Weight Management team, is dual board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians and a diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. Dr. Manganello is passionate about empowering patients. She recognizes the importance of a supportive partnership and is dedicated to providing this […]
In June 2022, upon turning 59 years old, Dina Cobb was determined to lower her BMI and get in better physical shape before her 60th birthday. She began taking an FDA-approved prescription medication for weight loss. Three weeks in, Dina started experiencing lightheaded episodes that worsened as the days progressed. Thinking she was having side […]
Rich, comforting goodness is what we want for Thanksgiving, and with the help of WakeMed dietitian, Monika Kraus, MS, RD, LDN, we can enjoy the most delicious holiday recipes without the guilt. Try out these four, proven recipes, ranging from desserts and entrees to fruits and veggies. You just might find that they become fan […]
One of the main facilitators of weight loss after any bariatric surgery is the built-in portion control provided by the smaller gastric sleeve or pouch. Did you know, in the early weeks following surgery, it can be difficult to fit more than three or four ounces (or about 1/3 cup) of food in the stomach […]
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