Health Is the Key

June is Men’s Health Awareness Month, so this month’s episode focuses on the unique health challenges that men face. Men are less likely than women to have regular checkups and have higher rates of chronic conditions. To explore the reasons behind men’s reluctance to seek care—and to offer support—we are pleased to be joined by Dr. Martin Karpeh, director of surgical oncology for Northwell Health Eastern Region and chairman of surgery at Huntington Hospital. Dr. Karpeh discusses why it’s important for men to make their health a priority, offers insights to why they don’t and outlines simple first steps they can take to begin their health journey.
 
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Martin Karpeh, MD, is the director of surgical oncology at the Northwell Health Cancer Institute for Northwell facilities across eastern Long Island. He is based at Huntington Hospital, where he is chair of surgery.Dr. Karpeh specializes in gastrointestinal tumors, including stomach and esophageal cancer, and cancers of the gastroesophageal junction. In the 1990s, he helped introduce minimally invasive laparoscopic staging techniques that now guide treatment decisions, helping doctors determine whether patients receive chemotherapy before surgery for gastroesophageal junction cancer. He also treats soft tissue sarcomas and skin cancers, including melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma and Merkel cell carcinoma.Dr. Karpeh received his medical degree from the Pennsylvania State University Medical Colleges. He went on to complete his General Surgical Training at the University of Pennsylvania and later a Surgical Oncology Fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, where he spent more than a decade as an attending. He then spent 20 years leading surgical oncology programs at Stony Brook University Medical Center, Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical Center and Hackensack Meridian Health.For decades, Dr. Karpeh has worked in clinical trial development and frequently refers patients to national and international clinical studies. He is involved in translational research at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory to identify treatment targets in stomach and esophageal cancers, and has published more than 100 journal articles on stomach and gastroesophageal junction cancer.A member of the International Gastric Cancer Association, the Society of Surgical Oncology and the American Surgical Association, Dr. Karpeh is also the former president of the New York Surgical Society, New York Cancer Society and the Society of Black Academic Surgeons. Additionally, he has been named a Castle Connelly Top Doctor and New York Magazine Top Doctor over many years.

In our May episode, we marked Hypertension Awareness Month with Dr. Robert Ostfeld, a cardiologist at Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Ostfeld shared how his patients naturally lowered their blood pressure by adopting a plant-based diet and offered tips for eating more plant-based foods. In this month’s Key Note, he explains how getting proper sleep can reduce stress hormones that contribute to high blood pressure.
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Robert Ostfeld, MD, MSc, FACC, is the Director of Preventive Cardiology at Montefiore Health System and a Professor of Medicine at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Ostfeld treats patients with adult cardiovascular disease, including coronary artery disease, hypertension, hyperlipidemia and erectile dysfunction with a focus on prevention and treatment through lifestyle change. He works closely with his patients to help them adopt a plant-based diet.
Dr. Ostfeld received his Bachelor of Arts in the Biologic Basis of Behavior from the University of Pennsylvania, graduating Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa and his Doctor of Medicine from Yale University School of Medicine. He then did his medical internship and residency at the Massachusetts General Hospital and his Cardiology Fellowship and Research Fellowship in Preventive Medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, both teaching hospitals of Harvard Medical School. During his Cardiology Fellowship, he earned a Master’s of Science in Epidemiology from the Harvard School of Public Health.
Dr. Ostfeld’s research focus is on cardiovascular disease prevention and reversal through lifestyle modification. Ongoing topics he investigates include the impact of plant-based nutrition on erectile function, coronary artery disease, angina and heart failure. His work has been published in peer-reviewed journals, books, articles, and clinical statements and has been presented nationally.
Dr. Ostfeld is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Echocardiography, and he is a member of numerous professional societies, including the Physician’s Committee for Responsible Medicine and the American College of Cardiology.

For Hypertension Awareness Month, we are fortunate to have Dr. Robert Ostfeld, a cardiologist at Montefiore Medical Center, join us to talk about lifestyle approaches for treating – and preventing – high blood pressure. In this episode, Dr. Ostfeld explains the numbers, the symptoms – or lack of symptoms – and the associated risks. A self-confessed “reformed cardiologist,” he talks about how he saw his patients who adopted a plant-based diet significantly lower their blood pressure. Not ready to go totally plant-based? Dr. Ostfeld says simply adding more fruits, vegetables and whole grains to your diet can help lower not only your blood pressure but also your risk for heart disease, stroke and dozens of other conditions.
 
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Robert Ostfeld, MD, MSc, FACC, is the Director of Preventive Cardiology at Montefiore Health System and a Professor of Medicine at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Ostfeld treats patients with adult cardiovascular disease, including coronary artery disease, hypertension, hyperlipidemia and erectile dysfunction with a focus on prevention and treatment through lifestyle change. He works closely with his patients to help them adopt a plant-based diet.
Dr. Ostfeld received his Bachelor of Arts in the Biologic Basis of Behavior from the University of Pennsylvania, graduating Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa and his Doctor of Medicine from Yale University School of Medicine. He then did his medical internship and residency at the Massachusetts General Hospital and his Cardiology Fellowship and Research Fellowship in Preventive Medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, both teaching hospitals of Harvard Medical School. During his Cardiology Fellowship, he earned a Master’s of Science in Epidemiology from the Harvard School of Public Health.
Dr. Ostfeld’s research focus is on cardiovascular disease prevention and reversal through lifestyle modification. Ongoing topics he investigates include the impact of plant-based nutrition on erectile function, coronary artery disease, angina and heart failure. His work has been published in peer-reviewed journals, books, articles, and clinical statements and has been presented nationally.
Dr. Ostfeld is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Echocardiography, and he is a member of numerous professional societies, including the Physician’s Committee for Responsible Medicine and the American College of Cardiology.

In our April episode, Integrative Registered Dietitian Janet Lau introduced us to mindful eating, a practice that focuses on the what, when, how and why of eating. Janet shared her own experience of how mindful eating promoted healthier food choices and boosted her overall quality of life. In this month’s Key Note, Janet explains the tools she uses to support someone getting started on a mindful eating journey of their own. 
 
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Janet Lau is a Registered Dietitian (RD) in private practice. Her journey to health and well-being started with an unhealthy relationship with food, which led to years of discomfort. She knew the first step to improving her health was understanding the root of the problem, so she enrolled in Hunter College’s Nutrition and Food Science program, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree. Janet worked in treatment-based institutions after completing her internship and passing her RD exam. Several years later, she discovered the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, where she became certified as a Holistic Health Practitioner. Janet continued to incorporate additional certifications with a gut-health focus.
As an Integrative Registered Dietitian, Certified LEAP Therapist and Holistic Coach, Janet remains passionate about providing compassionate support and guidance in her practice, Nutrition Custom Care. She provides a safe space for patients to share their stories and health struggles, understanding that a work-together approach is paramount to establishing rapport. As a result, she has helped patients adopt transformative food behaviors that meet their health objectives and improve their relationship with food. Janet’s diverse skill set and proven results-driven strategies are now available through her online courses for independent learners. Additionally, she holds monthly small-group onsite sessions and consults virtually one-on-one for a more connected approach. For more information, visit nutritioncustomcare.com.

For Integrative Registered Dietitian Janet Lau, mindful eating is a way of life. Focusing on the what, when, how and why of eating helped Janet overcome years of unhealthy food choices and improve her overall quality of life. In this episode, Janet explains the basics of mindful eating, shares her own journey and offers some simple tips on how to enjoy all the health benefits that mindful eating can bring to your healthy living journey.
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Janet Lau is a Registered Dietitian (RD) in private practice. Her journey to health and well-being started with an unhealthy relationship with food, which led to years of discomfort. She knew the first step to improving her health was understanding the root of the problem, so she enrolled in Hunter College’s Nutrition and Food Science program, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree. Janet worked in treatment-based institutions after completing her internship and passing her RD exam. Several years later, she discovered the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, where she became certified as a Holistic Health Practitioner. Janet continued to incorporate additional certifications with a gut-health focus.
As an Integrative Registered Dietitian, Certified LEAP Therapist and Holistic Coach, Janet remains passionate about providing compassionate support and guidance in her practice, Nutrition Custom Care. She provides a safe space for patients to share their stories and health struggles, understanding that a work-together approach is paramount to establishing rapport. As a result, she has helped patients adopt transformative food behaviors that meet their health objectives and improve their relationship with food. Janet’s diverse skill set and proven results-driven strategies are now available through her online courses for independent learners. Additionally, she holds monthly small-group onsite sessions and consults virtually one-on-one for a more connected approach. For more information, visit nutritioncustomcare.com.

In our March episode, we marked Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month with Dr. Renee Williams, a Gastroenterologist and Associate Professor of Medicine at NYU Langone. Dr. Williams talked about the importance of preventive screening for colorectal cancer and walked us through the colonoscopy procedure. In this month’s Key Note, she explains what happens if polyps are found during a colonoscopy, what they are and how they’re treated.
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Guest BioRenee Williams, MD, MHPE, is a Professor of Medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. Within the Department of Medicine, she is the Associate Chair for Health Equity and the Director of the Saul Farber Program in Health Equity. Institutionally, she is Graduate Medical Education Pillar Lead for NYU Langone’s Institute for Excellence in Health Equity. Her interests include health disparities in colorectal cancer screening and medical education with a focus on simulation education. She is a member of the Association of American Medical Colleges’ MedEdSCHOLAR Steering Committee, Co-Chair of the New York Citywide Colorectal Cancer Coalition (C5) Risk assessment and Screening Committee, and section editor for the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy’s GESAP (Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Self-assessment Program). She also served on the Board of Trustees for the American College of Gastroenterology from 2018 to 2024.

Let’s face it, no one says, “I can’t wait to have a colonoscopy!” But with advances in the procedure and easier prep solutions – as well as less-invasive options – there really is no reason to wait to schedule this screening. To mark Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we are joined by Dr. Renee Williams, a Gastroenterologist and Associate Professor of Medicine at NYU Langone, who wants everyone to know that colon cancer is preventable, treatable and beatable! Dr. Williams explains risk factors, symptoms and the importance of prevention. She also walks us through the procedure and even shares her own, very candid experience about her first screening.
 
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Guest BioRenee Williams, MD, MHPE, is a Professor of Medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. Within the Department of Medicine, she is the Associate Chair for Health Equity and the Director of the Saul Farber Program in Health Equity. Institutionally, she is Graduate Medical Education Pillar Lead for NYU Langone’s Institute for Excellence in Health Equity. Her interests include health disparities in colorectal cancer screening and medical education with a focus on simulation education. She is a member of the Association of American Medical Colleges’ MedEdSCHOLAR Steering Committee, Co-Chair of the New York Citywide Colorectal Cancer Coalition (C5) Risk assessment and Screening Committee, and section editor for the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy’s GESAP (Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Self-assessment Program). She also served on the Board of Trustees for the American College of Gastroenterology from 2018 to 2024.

In our February episode, we marked American Heart Month with Dr. Shivani Verma, an interventional cardiologist at Maimonides Medical Center. In this month’s Key Note, Dr. Verma explains “broken heart syndrome,” a rare condition that can affect the heart muscle after an emotional shock or a sudden stressor. The good news: most people make a complete recovery.
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Guest BioDr. Shivani Verma is an Interventional Cardiologist at Maimonides Medical Center. With specialized fellowships in Interventional Cardiology and Cardio-Oncology, she brings a wealth of expertise and experience to the field of cardiovascular care. She completed the majority of her training (Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Interventional Cardiology) at Maimonides, where she gained a deep understanding of the intricacies of diagnosing and treating various cardiac conditions. Her subsequent fellowships highlight her ability to perform complex procedures such as angioplasties and stent placements to restore blood flow to the heart and prevent heart attacks. She also completed a fellowship in cardio-oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, where she learned to manage the unique cardiovascular risks that cancer patients face during treatment. Dr. Verma has developed a comprehensive approach to cardiovascular care focused on providing personalized, evidence-based treatment plans that take into account each patient’s unique medical history, lifestyle and goals. She prides herself on optimizing the patient-physician relationship to best serve her patients. Additionally, Dr. Verma serves as the Associate Program Director of the Interventional Cardiology Fellowship Program at Maimonides Medical Center. 

In our February episode, we mark American Heart Month with Dr. Shivani Verma, an interventional cardiologist at Maimonides Medical Center. In our conversation, Dr. Verma shares information on what heart health looks like, symptoms to watch for and how early prevention can help ensure better health outcomes.
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Find out where you stand heart-wise by making an appointment with your primary care physician.
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Guest BioDr. Shivani Verma is an Interventional Cardiologist at Maimonides Medical Center. With specialized fellowships in Interventional Cardiology and Cardio-Oncology, she brings a wealth of expertise and experience to the field of cardiovascular care. She completed the majority of her training (Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Interventional Cardiology) at Maimonides, where she gained a deep understanding of the intricacies of diagnosing and treating various cardiac conditions. Her subsequent fellowships highlight her ability to perform complex procedures such as angioplasties and stent placements to restore blood flow to the heart and prevent heart attacks. She also completed a fellowship in cardio-oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, where she learned to manage the unique cardiovascular risks that cancer patients face during treatment. Dr. Verma has developed a comprehensive approach to cardiovascular care focused on providing personalized, evidence-based treatment plans that take into account each patient’s unique medical history, lifestyle and goals. She prides herself on optimizing the patient-physician relationship to best serve her patients. Additionally, Dr. Verma serves as the Associate Program Director of the Interventional Cardiology Fellowship Program at Maimonides Medical Center. 

In our January episode, we got to know Dr. Lela Mayers, the Benefit Funds’ new Deputy Chief Medical Officer. In this month’s Key Note, Dr. Mayers discusses the wide range of wellness resources members can take advantage of to support them on their health journeys.  
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Guest BioDr. Lela Mayers is the Deputy Chief Medical Officer (DCMO) of the 1199SEIU Benefit Funds, which provide comprehensive self-insured, self-administered healthcare benefits to more than 450,000 healthcare workers, retirees and their families. As DCMO, Dr. Mayers assists the Chief Medical Officer with the Benefit Funds’ clinical and care management strategies, as well as health and wellness initiatives.
Prior to joining the Benefit Funds, Dr. Mayers served as Senior Medical Director at CVS Health/Aetna. There she collaborated with the account management teams, pharmacy teams, consulting firms and plan sponsors to drive improved health outcomes for commercial and labor health plan members. Prior to that, she served as Chief of Medicine at Premier Healthcare, where she managed five ambulatory health centers across New York City. Her previous experience with union membership was earned at the Benefit Fund of the New York Hotel Trades, where she was medical director of the Harlem Health Center. Dr. Mayers worked for many years as a primary care physician at the Farrell Health Center of NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, where she served as faculty and medical director of the resident training program. Dr. Mayers continues to hold a position as voluntary faculty/instructor in clinical medicine at Columbia University’s Center for Family and Community Medicine. She is a licensed physician in New York State and is board certified with the American Board of Family Medicine.
Dr. Mayers received a Bachelor of Arts from Cornell University, a Doctor of Medicine from Cornell University Medical College (now Weill Cornell Medical College) and a Master of Public Health from the Mailman School of Public Health at Columbia University.