NMPG Providers in the News
- February 6, 2012 - Jill Weinstein, MD, dermatology, was interviewed on CBS-2 in continuing coverage of tips to relieve dry winter skin. Weinstein comments that the important things to think about doing with your daily routine during the winter time is to repair, replenish, and protect. She adds that skin barrier, when it stays intact, helps prevent dehydration and dryness of the skin.
- January 25, 2012 - Jill Weinstein, MD, dermatoloy, is quoted on HealthCanal.com regarding tips to relieve dry winter skin. Weinstein comments that it's especially important to change your skin care regimen each winter to rehydrate your skin and keep it moisturized and offers tips to banish dry skin.
- January 18, 2012 - David Vigder, MD, internal medicine, is quoted in the Lake County News-Sun regarding tips for staying healthy in the winter.
- January 16, 2012 - Hannah El-Amin, RD, Northwestern Integrative Medicine, is quoted in a Shape magazine blog regarding a study that found that a newly discovered hormone produced in response to exercise may help turn the body's brown fat to white, which will help fight obesity and lower susceptibility to diabetes. El-Amin comments that until recently, it was thought that only infants had brown adipose fat, and adults didn't , and adds that in addition to helping you burn more calories, an increase of brown fat may help with blood sugar management, which can lessen your chance of developing diabetes.
- January 12, 2012 - Anita Chandra-Puri, MD, pediatrics, was interviewed live on FOX Chicago regarding when a parent should take their child to the doctor during cold and flu season. Chandra-Puri gives advice regarding fevers, stomach trouble and breathing.
The Professional Hypochondriac
- January 9, 2012 - Melinda Ring, MD, medical director of Northwestern Integrative Medicine, is quoted in the health blog The Professional Hypochondriac regarding adrenal fatigue. Ring comments that the terms adrenal fatigue, adrenal stress or adrenal exhaustion are all terms for the type of fatigue that is caused by chronic stress and adds that adrenal fatigue is reversible if you make meaningful changes in your life that make your body more resilient for future stresses.
- January 5, 2012 - Anita Chandra-Puri, MD, pediatrics, is quoted in the Chicago Tribune regarding the increased number of whooping cough cases and the whooping cough vaccine. Chandra-Puri comments that her practice offers new moms and dads the vaccine and parents have been asking for it.
- January 4, 2012 - Anita Chandra-Puri, MD, pediatrics, is quoted on Yahoo! Shine in continuing coverage of 12 symptoms that should never be ignored in kids. Chandra-Puri comments that parents should always err on the side of caution and seek immediate medical care when they're worried about something.
- January 4, 2012 - Hannah El-Amin, Rd, Northwestern Integrative Medicine, is quoted in the Chicago Sun-Times regarding focusing on a healthy-eating plan rather than a New Year's resolution to diet. El-Amin comments that recognizing how much you weigh, how much you eat and what you eat is imperative and offers tips to learn how to eat healthy.
- December 27, 2011 - Anita Chandra-Puri,MD, pediatrics, is quoted in the January issue of Parents magazine regarding 12 symptoms that should never be ignored in kids. Chandra-Puri comments that parents should always err on the side of caution and seek immediate medical care when they're worried about something.
- December 20, 2011 - Margaret Crowley, PsyD, is quoted on HealthCanal.com in continuing coverage of Northwestern Integrative Medicine's upcoming Mindful Meditation course. Crowley comments that the goal of the class is to create a calm environment where people can experience the relaxing benefits of meditation.
- December 15, 2011 - John Stracks, MD, integrative and family medicine, was interviewed live on FOX Chicago and is quoted in the Algonquin, Downers Grove and Oak Brook editions of Trib Local and on HealthCanal.com regarding Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD. Stracks comments that SAD is a recognized form of depression that tends to get worse in the winter and says symptoms include hopelessness, anxiety, lack of energy, and weight gain. He adds that treatment includes therapeutic light boxes to mimic sunlight, supplements, exercise and psychotherapy.
- December 15, 2011 - Maggie Crowley, PsyD, is mentioned in the Arlington Heights, Evanston, Highland Park & Highwood, Lincolnshire, Palatine and Winnetka & Northfield editions of Trib Local regarding Northwestern Integrative Medicine's upcoming Mindful Meditation course. Crowley will lead the six-week class that is designed to help participants manage stress and cultivate a sense of well-being through mind and body awareness techiques including mindful meditation and mindful movement.
- December 15, 2011 - Hannah El-Amin, RD, is quoted in the Deerfield, Elgin, Niles and St. Charles editions of Trib Local in continuing coverage of tips to stay healthy during the holiday season. El-Amin offers five tips and comments that the key to enjoying the holidays in a healthy way is moderation and suggests that people allow themselves to indulge a little while still striving to make nutritious choices.
- December 2, 2011 - Madeleine Neems, MD, internal medicine, is quoted in the December issue of Make It Better magazine regarding how to find the best doctor for you. Neems suggests making a list about what matters to you and comments that two things that should be on everyone's list are what insurance the doctor accepts and the location of the practice in relation to where you live or where you work.
- November 14, 2011 - Lyle Berkowitz, MD, internal medicine, is featured in Modern Healthcare regarding the magazine honoring him as one of this year's Top 25 Clinical Informaticists. The award recognizes medical professionals who excel at using patient-care data to improve both the clinical and financial performance of their healthcare organizations. Berkowitz is also featured in a podcast on the Modern Healthcare website where he discusses his efforts to use informatics to improve care coordination at Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group.
- November 10, 2011 - Catherine Cheng, MD, internal medicine, was interviewed live on FOX Chicago in continuing coverage of the seasonal flu. Cheng commented that the flu vaccination is the best way to avoid getting the flu and added that if a person should get the flu, antiviral drugs are highly effective if taken within 48 hours of your first flu symptoms.
- November 3, 2011 - Melinda Ring, MD, medical director of Northwestern Integrative Medicine, is quoted in the November issue of Today's Chicago Woman regarding soy supplements and soy foods. Ring comments that there are lots of pros to incorporating whole soy foods into your diet - in moderation. She addes what studies are continuing to show is taking soy supplements are not as beneficial as previously thought.
- November 3, 2011 - Catherine Cheng, MD, internal medicine, is quoted in an Associated Press article that ran in the Herald and Review in continuing coverage of the seasonal flu. Cheng encourages vaccination as prevention against flu and comments that if a person should get the flu, antiviral drugs are highly effective if taken within 48 hours of your first flu symptoms. She adds that practicing good hygiene is the most important way to avoid spreading the flu virus.
- October 20, 2011 - Dana Ben-Dov, MD, internal medicine, is mentioned in the Lake County News-Sun regarding her recent move to the Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group practice in Grayslake.
- October 4, 2011 - Anjali Rao, MD, pediatrics, is mentioned in the Wall Street Journal regarding an increase in diaper rash cases this year.
- July 4, 2011 - Eric Christoff, MD, internal medicine at Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group, is quoted in an American Medical News article regarding managing HIV-positive patients using primary care medicine. Christoff considers primary care an appropriate place for HIV/AIDs care because of the additional health issues patients face including chronic disease, medication adherence and mental illness, all of which are regularly addressed in primary care.
- July 4, 2011 - Daniel Derman, MD, president of Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group (NMPG), is mentioned in an American Medicine News article in continuing coverage of a new partnership between NMPG and Walgreens Co. that will more closely link customers' prescriptions with a doctor's orders. Derman comments the average person with a chronic illness is taking their medications 60-70 percent of the time, he says this program will help increase compliance up to 90 percent.
- June 28, 2011 - David Vigder, MD, internal medicine, Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group, Rachel Oosterbaan, MD, internal medicine, Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group, and Susan Shaw, MD, obstetrics gynecology, Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group, are mentioned in an article in the Lake Forester regarding the NMPG office located on the campus of Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital. The three physicians are joining the office, which already includes three primary care physicians and will continue to expand.
- June 24, 2011 - Anne Locatelli, MD, internal medicine, Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group, was named Best General Practitioner in the Chicago Reader "Best of Chicago 2011" poll.
- June 24, 2011 - David Vidger, MD, internal medicine, Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group, Rachel Oosterbaan, MD, internal medicine, Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group, and Susan Shaw, MD, obstetrics gynecology, Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group, are mentioned in the People on the Move section of the Lake County News-Sun in continuing coverage of the three physicians joining the NMPG office located on the campus of Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital.
- June 22, 2011 - David Vidger, MD, internal medicine, Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group, is mentioned in the Lake Forest Patch regarding a cancer survivor who is participating in the American Cancer Society Relay for Life at Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital. Vigder's patient is being recognized as an honorary survivor at the event on June 25.
Chicago Health Top Doctors and Hospitals
- May 6, 2011 - Rachel Oosterbaan, MD, internal medicine, Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group, is quoted in an online article in Chicago Health Top Doctors and Hospitals regarding essential health screenings women need at every age. Oosterbaan comments that knowing which test are recommended for your age and understaning the relative risk levels are first steps.
- February 21, 2011 - Carol Southard, RN, MSN, Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group, tobacco treatment specialist, is quoted in an article in the Chicago Sun-Times regarding achieving New Year's resolutions, even a few months into the year. Southard comments that quiting smoking is not about willpower, it's about learning how to quit. She says that unless smokers have the tools, quitting won't be permanent.
- January 13, 2011 - Lisa Neff, MD, endocrinology, Hannah El-Amin, RD, LD, CDE, NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, and Holly Herrington, MS, RD, LDN, Center for Lifestyle Medicine, appeared on the ABC’s Live Well Network’s health show “Say Aah” in a segment about the relationship between body weight and metabolism. The experts comment that losing weight comes down to working within the parameters of your metabolic rate.
- January 7, 2011 - Anjali Rao, MD, pediatrics, Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group, is quoted in an article about pertussis (whooping cough) in the December/January issue of Fit Pregnancy. Pertussis is a highly contagious bacterial disease that can cause respiratory illness and seizures.
- January 7, 2011 - Hannah El-Amin, RD, LD, CDE, NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, is quoted in this month’s Today’s Chicago Woman regarding a recent study that states vitamin D and calcium supplements may be unnecessary for most people. El-Amin recommends individuals continue to take multivitamins to help with calcium.
- January 4, 2011 - Margaret Crowley, PsyD, psychology for NMPG’s Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, is quoted in today’s Chicago Sun-Times regarding mindfulness-based therapy which teaches people to be more aware of what’s happening in the moment, instead of dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. Crowley comments that this isn’t a substitute for conventional treatment but can improve the body’s response to stress.
- January 3, 2011 - Hannah El-Amin, RD, LD, CDE, NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, is quoted in this week’s Crain’s Chicago Business in an article about part-time dieting. El-Amin comments that a healthy, balanced diet incorporates foods you love on occasion.
- December 2, 2010 - July Fulop, MS, ND NMPG’s Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness is quoted in the current issue of Chicago Parent regarding “forest bathing”, a Japanese term for a short, leisurely visit to a forest and is regarded as being similar to natural aromatherapy. Fulop explains how hostility and depression decrease after trips to the forest, and the sense of "liveliness" goes up after some time spent outside.
- November 10, 2010 - Hannah El-Amin, RD, LD, CDE, NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, is mentioned on FOX Chicago regarding the Twinkie diet--a college professor ate Twinkies and other snack foods and lost 27 pounds. El-Amin comments that while he lost weight, the report does not explain how the man felt physically or about the health consequences in the future.
- November 4, 2010 - Roberta Lucas, MD ,dermatology, Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group, was interviewed on CBS2 regarding the Good Housekeeping Institute’s study for anti-aging products. Lucas comments that while there isn’t specific results from the testing, it still gives women a little extra knowledge the next time they go shopping.
- October 18, 2010 - John Stracks, MD, family medicine for NMPG’s Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, is quoted in the Chicago Tribune regarding exhaustion and its possible threat to your health. Stracks says taking the time to rest for those chronically tired can have a big health benefit.
- September 15, 2010 - Hannah El-Amin, RD,LD,CDE, NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness is quoted in the Chicago Tribune regarding a new brand of noodle that claims to deliver no calories, carbohydrates, gluten or fat. El-Amin says she would warn against building one’s diet around such products because they provide minimal nutrition.
- September 15, 2010 - John Stracks, MD, family medicine for NMPG’s Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness was mentioned on CLTV News in continuing coverage about Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), a disorder where stress, tension and emotions trigger physical pain.
- September 14, 2010 - John Stracks, MD , family medicine for NMPG’s Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness is quoted in a Chicago Tribune article regarding Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), a disorder where stress, tension and emotions trigger physical pain. Stracks comments on the ways journal writing is used to help sufferers figure out what causes their pain.
- September 2, 2010 - Gretchen Peyton, RD, LDN, CNSD, NMPG’s Center for Partnership Medicine, was interviewed on FOX Chicago this morning regarding the right ingredients for healthy school lunches.
- August 31, 2010 - Anita Chandra-Puri, MD, pediatrics, was interviewed on yesterday’s WGN News about back to school transition tips for parents.
- August 23, 2010 - Rahul Khare, MD, emergency medicine, is featured in today’s Chicago Sun-Times within an article offering advice about when to use the emergency room. NMPG’s Convenient Care Clinic is also noted as an alternative for patients with non-emergency illnesses.
- August 22, 2010 - Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group is mentioned in a Chicago Tribune article about enrollment for a new federally funded health insurance program for people with medical problems, and highlights a diabetic patient who will enroll. NMPG is noted for paying the patients’ bills out of its charity care program.
- August 22, 2010 - Melinda Ring, MD , Medical Director of NMPG’s Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, is quoted within a Chicago Tribune article about adrenal fatigue. Ring comments on the validity of adrenal-related disorders.
- August 16, 2010 - Carol Southard, RN , tobacco treatment specialist with NMPG’s Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, was interviewed on WGN Radio regarding new efforts to get people to stop smoking.
- August 12, 2010 - Anjali Rao, MD , NMPG pediatrics, was interviewed on yesterday’s ABC 7 news and offered tips for parents and children for a successful transition back to school.
- July 26, 2010 - Melinda Ring, MD , Medical Director of NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, was quoted in HemOnc Today about the growth of integrative oncology therapies.
- July 15, 2010 - Judy Fulop, MS,ND, NMPG’s Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness is quoted in the current issue of Woman’s Day magazine regarding natural remedies for common health problems.
- July 14, 2010 - Hannah El-Amin, RD,LD,CDE, NMPG’s Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, is quoted in the Chicago Sun-Times regarding summer nutrition tips. El-Amin said small changes will allow you to enjoy the tastes of the season without the guilt.
- June 1, 2010 - Chris Konstantelos, MD, internal medicine, and JoEllen Trad, director of NMPG’s health promotion and corporate services, were interviewed within a Chicago Sun-Times article about NMPG’s corporate wellness program at a Chicago company. Trad comments on the benefits of having a wellness clinic in the workplace, including an emphasis on disease prevention and convenience. Konstantelos comments on the types of patients he sees at the clinic, and is also featured within a sidebar to the story about common excuses for not going to the doctor.
- June 9, 2010 - NMPG’s Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness is mentioned within the Chicago Tribune in the Health Notes section regarding a discussion on meditation.
- June 1, 2010 - Hannah El-Amin, RD,LD,CDE, NMPG’s Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, was interviewed on Friday’s WGN News regarding resting metabolic rate and weight loss. El-Amin comments on the importance of knowing one’s resting metabolic rate in order to determine a calorie target number.
- June 1, 2010 - Chris Konstantelos, MD, internal medicine, and JoEllen Trad, director of NMPG’s health promotion and corporate services, were interviewed within a Chicago Sun-Times article about NMPG’s corporate wellness program at a Chicago company. Trad comments on the benefits of having a wellness clinic in the workplace, including an emphasis on disease prevention and convenience. Konstantelos comments on the types of patients he sees at the clinic, and is also featured within a sidebar to the story about common excuses for not going to the doctor.
- June 1, 2010 - Carol Southard, RN, MSN, tobacco treatment specialist with NMPG’s Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, was quoted in Parade Magazine and offers tips to help people stop smoking.
- May 12, 2010 - Hannah El-Amin, RD,LD,CDE, NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, was interviewed this morning on WVON Radio regarding fad diets and healthy weight approaches to weight loss.
- May 12, 2010 - Hannah El-Amin, RD,LD,CDE, NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, is quoted in today’s Chicago Sun-Times regarding energy drinks. El-Amin comments that there is little nutritional value in the drinks.
WCIU's You and Me In the Morning
- May 3, 2010 - Hannah El-Amin, RD,LD,CDE, NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, was interviewed on WCIU’s You and Me In the Morning regarding metabolic testing for weight loss.
- April 22, 2010 - John Stracks, MD was interviewed for the Medill News Service about how a good diet may help people recover from illness and chronic disease.
- April 7, 2010 - Hannah El-Amin, RD,LD,CDE, NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, was interviewed on last evening’s CBS 2 news regarding the new menu in Chicago Public Schools. El-Amin commented on the nutritional value of the new menu options.
- April 5, 2010 - Gretchen Peyton, RD, LDN, CNSD, NMPG’s Center for Partnership Medicine, is mentioned in the current issue of People Magazine regarding a weight-loss program for brides-to-be. Peyton is counseling a Chicago-area bride whose progress is tracked in the magazine.
- March 16, 2010 - Hannah El-Amin, RD,LD,CDE - NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, is mentioned within the Health Notes section of today’s Chicago Tribune regarding an upcoming class discussing healthy eating.
- March 15, 2010 - Melinda Ring, MD Medical Director of NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, was quoted in today’s Chicago Sun-Times about the health benefits of the center’s integrative oncology services. Ring said a holistic approach can activate the body’s innate healing process.
- March 02, 2010 - Julian Schink, MD chief of gynecologic oncology, and Melinda Ring, MD medical director of NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, are quoted within a United Press International article about the benefits of acupuncture and other alternative therapies in cancer care.
- February 11, 2010 - Carol Southard, RN, MSN, tobacco treatment specialist with NMPG’s Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, was interviewed on yesterday’s CBS 2 news regarding the drug Chantix and explained its benefits.
- February 4, 2010 - Internist Eric Mizuno, MD , explained the work he did and conveyed his hope that people do not forget about the great need that continues to exist for the people of Haiti.
- January 24, 2010 - Gretchen Peyton, RD, LDN, CNSD, NMPG’s Center for Partnership Medicine, is quoted in the Red Eye regarding breakfast-on-the-go. Peyton commented that people who skip breakfast tend to overeat throughout the day, while people who eat breakfast consume fewer calories.
- January 22, 2010 - Hannah El-Amin, RD,LD,CDE, NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, is quoted within the Chicago Tribune’s RedEye regarding salty foods. El-Amin comments that it’s easy for people to consume too much salt because a lot of prepackaged foods, snack foods and restaurant cuisine all tend to have more sodium.
- January 13,2010 - Melissa Paolino, MS, exercise physiology, NMPG's Center for Partnership Medicine, is quoted in today's Chicago Tribune about the benefits of underwater hockey and other low or no-impact sports.
- January 8,2010 - Melissa Paolino, MS, exercise physiology, NMPG’s Center for Partnership Medicine, was quoted in the RedEye regarding the importance of safety when beginning intense workout programs. Paolino comments that before beginning an extreme workout program individuals should consult a doctor.
- January 4, 2010 - Lisa Orelind, MD, internal medicine, was interviewed on today's You and Me This Morning regarding the prevention of osteoporosis. Orelind commented that smoking, drinking and lack of Vitamin D are all causes of osteoporosis.
- 11/23/2009 - Hannah El-Amin, RD,LD,CDE - NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, was interviewed this morning on WVON Radio regarding healthy eating habits during the holiday season.
- 09/12/2009 - Melinda Ring, MD Medical Director of NMPG's Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, expert commentary on biofeedback is posted on the Healthy Exchange portion of the Chicago Sun-Times website.
Chicago Tribune Health Club blog
- 06/10/09 - Melinda Ring, MD Medical Director of NMPG’s Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness, comments on the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle after completing a detox diet.
- 06/01/09 - Carol Southard, RN, MSN, speaks about the use of electronic cigarettes, considered by some to be a healthy alternative to smoking regular cigarettes.
- 04/03/09 - Carol Southard, RN, MSN, comments on a new treatment aimed at overcoming smoking that involves injecting medication into a nerve bundle in the neck.
- 03/22/09 Rachel Oosterbaan, MD , provides tips on food precautions to take when traveling overseas.
- 02/16/09 - Melinda Ring, MD , comments on the growth of complementary and alternative medicine therapies within various health disciplines.
- 01/09/09 - Lyle Berkowitz, MD , comments on the importance of properly implementing and sustaining electronic medical record systems.
- 01/09/09 - Anita Chandra, MD , provides tips for a baby care educational series, with guidance on baby-proofing the home, as well as feeding and bathing newborns and infants.
- 11/08 - Daniel Derman, MD , president of Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group, and Drew Palumbo, vice president of NMPG, share how NMPG indentifies products and services that complement the core goal of patient care.
- 09/12/08 - Anita Chandra, MD , offers parents tips on choosing childcare providers and suggests questions to ask when interviewing potential caregivers.
- 07/25/08 - Anita Chandra, MD , provides steps parents can take to help their children start and maintain a healthy school year.