If you have ever felt a sharp, stabbing pain in your heel first thing in the morning, you may be among the three million people in the United States affected by plantar fasciitis each year. This common yet often misunderstood condition affects the thick band of tissue that stretches across the bottom of your foot.

Andrew Max Somberg, MD, a foot and ankle orthopedic specialist at Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Orthopedics and Spine Center in West Nyack, NY, explains that relief is possible and highly likely with the right care.

When it comes to taking care of your gastrointestinal health, the best advice is simple: go with your gut. If you’ve noticed a change in your bowel habits—or recent reports about rising colon cancer diagnoses have you concerned—now is the time to talk with your doctor. The good news is that advances in screening, prevention, and treatment are saving lives. Ziad Kronfol, MD, FACS, FASCRS, Director of the Department of Surgery and Chief of the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, explains where colon cancer diagnosis and treatment stand today. 

It feels like we all know someone who “tore their ACL.” And that feeling is right on point: Over 200,000 people per year sustain an injury to their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). These frequently occur during sports participation and often are noncontact injuries. 

It’s never too late to pivot your plate! If you’re looking to incorporate healthier options and eating habits into your daily diet, the registered dieticians at Montefiore Nyack Hospital have “gut” you covered. This March, in honor of National Nutrition Month, the RDN’s share their insights on how to eat and live better.

Whole foods, whole body