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<ol><li>pre-med sciences at Elizabethtown College while working in Osteopathic Hospital ER in Harrisburg. </li><li>PCOM 1979 - 1983. </li><li>rotating Osteopathic internship at Doctors Hospital in Columbus, OH. </li><li>2 years radiology residency at Kennedy Memorial Hospitals, NJ, including 6 weeks' training at AFIP in Washington, DC. </li><li>Family Practice residency at Memorial Hospital in York, PA. </li><li>FP clinic director for Brentwood Hospital in Cleveland, OH. </li><li>Clinic physician in California: Pioneer Hospital (Artesia), Western Medical Group (Lancaster/Palmdale), Molina Medical (Palmdale). </li><li>Office physician with Arthur Bok and Barbara Bennett in Dayton, OH. </li><li>Rural clinic physician for Blanchard Valley Hospital (Findlay, OH) in Carey branch. </li><li>hiatus after death of parents. </li><li>office physician in Bucyrus, OH. </li><li>six-month locum tenens in FP clinic in Alliance, OH. </li><li>licensed in PA, OH, CA, NJ. </li><li>Board-certified in Osteopathic Family Practice 1990.</li></ol>
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Family Medicine
Radiology
Languages spoken
German, Italian
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Family Medicine 39 years experience
See below: A combination of moist heat, nsaid, & gentle stretching can help relax muscle spasm, pain, & inflammation. Magnesium supplementation (low dose to prev... Read More
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Lab units for HCG: Iu/l=international units per liter
the usual units used for reporting HCG levels are miu/ml (milli-international units per milliliter. Have not seen ... Read More
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Inflamed gums; brace: Rinsing mouth with combination of warm salt water, mouthwash (antiseptic type), & hydrogen peroxide (don't swallow!) can reduce bacteria, sooth gums, ... Read More
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Hyperthyroid: Exophthalmos (eyes protruding) occurs usually with uncontrolled hyperthyroidism; if u r under treatment for this condition, the eye problem should not... Read More
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Need more info: meds? supplements? recent travel to Latin Am/Asia/ Africa? recent exposure to sick person? swelling/redness/ heat in leg? need to see PCP for thorough... Read More
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Confusing numbers: Please resubmit your question with labels attached to the numbers, e.g. 220 lbs; 53 inches, etc. What is 7? For ideal body weight, we need height and ... Read More
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Theoretically, yes…: If a sufficient quantity of virus is transferred into an open wound. If your skin is intact, then highly unlikely. Ask manicurist when instruments wer... Read More
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See below: Aside from medications there is exercise, especially meditative exercises like yoga or tai chi; meditation alone can lower BP as can biofeedback techn... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:

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Neck pain can be due: To arthritis in cervical spine, nerve compression, muscle spasm in neck, upper back (trapezius), shoulders. Less common: infection (meningitis; sinusi... Read More
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Acute: Acute panic: dissolve valium/xanax under tongue; faster relief but doesn't last as long.
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Side effects for: Glyceryl trinitrate that have been reported include burning sensation, rash, swelling (if patch is used). Increased soreness after exercise may be due... Read More
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Renal mass: Did the previous report define the mass as solid or cystic or mixed? Did it enhance with contrast? Perhaps a repeat scan to determine if mass has chan... Read More
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Knee arthritis of: The wear-&-tear variety (osteoarthritis); patella is kneecap; small collection of fluid (effusion) in the space above the patella. If friend is overwe... Read More
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Fingernails? toenail: Unlikely you've hammered all of them. See doc 2 b checked for infection &/or compromised circulation. R u diabetic? Sugar control essential 2 prevent ... Read More
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Dark spot on chin: How long has it been there? Has it grown? Is color consistent or mixed? How wide is it? How thick is it? R borders clear & distinct or irregular? See ... Read More
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See below: Ginko is thought to improve mentation by thinning the blood, thus allowing more oxygen to reach the brain. Generally, however, a sensible diet from al... Read More
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Aspirin therapy: Any foods or supplements that interfere with clotting process may increase risk of bleeding: ginko, garlic, ginger, ginseng, (real) licorice, red chil... Read More
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Cough, mucus: Avoid cigarette smoke. Drink plenty of water; use vaporizer &/or mucolytic like Mucinex (guaifenesin) to loosen mucus & facilitate coughing it out. Mo... Read More
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Anal lump: Do u ever have itching/burning w/ bm? Any bleeding? Do u strain to pass stool? May be just a dilated vein aka hemorrhoid. Anal wart's unlikely since t... Read More
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Flank pain: Several conditions come to mind: muscle spasm, muscle strain, kidney stone, broken rib… see pcp for exam & evaluation of your pain. Muscle problems ma... Read More
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Pregnant?: Pregnancy requires sperm to enter the vagina to fertilize an egg. If no sperm enter, pregnancy is highly improbable. If u miss a period, u can check w... Read More
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azathioprine; itchng: Itching may be coincidental rather than effect of med. What other meds/supplements do u use? New soap/detergent/perfume/etc? Any rash? See prescribing... Read More
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See below: Using both shouldn't be necessary. Physiogel cream should provide adequate moisturizing for your face & is hypo-allergenic, soap-free, & non-comedogen... Read More
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Nasal itching may be: Due to air dryness. Try saline nasal spray or gel to relieve dryness & thus calm itching. A steroid nasal spray (rx from doc) can also calm itching.
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Yes: Reactive hypoglycemia may occur after a high carb meal in non-diabetics, probably due to release of excess insulin. Hypoglycemia may also be seen as a... Read More
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Amenorrhea; diet: Her body mass index is now 19 (within preferred range of 18-25) based on numbers u gave. Irregular or absent periods can result from weight loss, weig... Read More
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Ignore: Be prepared: bolt furniture to wall; avoid glass above bed; keep shoes & flashlight @ bedside.
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The wall separating your right and left atria has an area of thinness, but there is no hole. Right atrium blood is unoxygenated;left atrial blood is ... Read More
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To a degree: Super-beta prostate contains beta-sitosterol, a plant agent that some studies have shown has some beneficial effects on mild-moderate benign prostate ... Read More
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WBC's in semen: A few wbc's r not uncommon in semen; higher numbers (> 1 million per ml) suggest infection/std such as chlamydia & can affect fertility. Discuss resul... Read More
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Quite possibly: Missing a single pill can leave u unprotected for that month; so no pills for 2 weeks has definitely left u unprotected. Wait 7-10 days & do home preg... Read More
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Influenza?: See pediatrician to make certain child has flu & not a cold or other respiratory infection. If it is flu, the antiviral med tamiflu can be used in inf... Read More
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Family Medicine 39 years experience
Mucus; cough: Drink plenty of fluids to loosen mucus; use saline nasal spray &/or gargle with warm salt water to clear secretions. Many otc products like Mucinex (g... Read More
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Fever, constipation: Fever can cause fluid loss thru sweating that can lead to dehydration if fluid intake is poor. Bloating can come from gas-forming foods, air swallowin... Read More
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Dry cough: Do u take any meds for blood pressure like Lisinopril (ace inhibitor)? Any history of asthma or copd? Do u smoke or are u exposed to cigarette smoke? ... Read More
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Probably not…: Low hr usually associated with athletes. With your being overweight, suggest see fp to be tested for hypothyoidism. Ekg can also show if there are any... Read More
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Need more info: What was the total white cell (leucocyte) count)? BUN is minimally elevated. Elevated bun/creat suggests possible mild dehydration. Discuss finding wi... Read More
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Galectin 3: Altho galectin 3 is associated with numerous, widespread conditions, the test is approved only for chronic heart failure. Best way to lower levels is ... Read More
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See below: Not sure what your medical problem is, but if you're dissatisfied with current/old doc's treatment of condition, u may seek another. Make a list of sy... Read More
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Reflux & oranges: The acidity of oranges/oj can trigger reflux, especially on an empty stomach or at the end of a large meal. If eaten with other foods (non triggers), ... Read More
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Torn frenulum: If there is a flap of skin, perhaps just that can be removed; however, the urologist had the advantage of seeing the damage; so his recommendation may... Read More
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Probably not kidney…: Related. Is the lump tender/painful? May be an inflamed junction of the rib and cartilage (see picture) called costochondritis or u may have separated... Read More
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Back pain prevention: Lying on either side with knees pulled towards chest is one position. Lying on back with knees towards chest & pillows under lower legs is another. [s... Read More
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Yes: Tdap vaccination (includes acellular pertussis vaccine) is highly recommended for pregnant women who have not had it. Best administered after 20 weeks... Read More
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Ulcers: Can come from stress of surgery or long-term medical illness; also associated w/ bacteria h. Pylori. Ulcer is crater in lining of stomach (or duodenum... Read More
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Preventing yeast : Replacing the "good bacteria" (lactobacilli that keep yeast under control) with yogurt or one of the probiotic drinks may help. Otc antifungal creams ... Read More
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Late period: If you're not sexually active, or r & use protection, pregnancy is unlikely but can be r/o with home pregnancy test. Many things can affect periods: p... Read More
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Antibiotic: U finished the ab 2 days ago, or u stopped taking it? What was the ab, & what was it given for? Possible that infection not completely eradicated—espe... Read More
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Earache: Is drainage from ear or nose/throat? May be "swimmer's ear" infxn of outer canal (try otc products for that & heat to ear) or middle ear infxn or eust... Read More
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Should B checked: Testicular pain is not normal; might be trauma, infection (epididymitis/orchitis), twisted supporting stalk (testicular torsion), varicocele, hydrocel... Read More
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Dr. Lewis is a very caring physician who shares practical, knowledgeable answers on HealthTap. I always enjoy his posts, and patients are lucky to have access to him here!
May 26, 2013
Dr Lewis is providing an exceptional service to the public on Healthtap. His expertise in family medicine and medicine in general is very apparent. I recommend Dr. Lewis.
Oct 23, 2013
Fast, Fantastic answers to often complex questions, truly an asset to the Medical Community. A true national leader in Primary care medicine.
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I understand what each one stands for. My issue is that I have been sick for a long time as well as my daughter in law and these are the things we have in common as far as blood work! Elevated CMV, EB...Read More
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They only give u 150 characters.... Guess I should of been clearer. A "tick", but not facial. My baby 8 mos. Seems like he may have a tick w/ his arm movements, but I don't know if it's just a weird b...Read More
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Thank you for the fast response! The only symptom i'm having is some faint tingling legs, feet but not constant. I sit all day at work so that doesn't help the situation. I ate a piece of cake at a ...Read More
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, PA
Graduated 1983MD
Residency
Doctors Hospital, Columbus, OH
Residency
KENNEDY UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL - STRATFORD DIV
Residency
Armed Forces Institute of Pathology
Completed 1986
Residency
Memorial Hospital, York, PA
Awards
Nominee, 2009 & 2012 Man of the Year in Medicine & Health Care, American Biographical Institute
Candidate, Cambridge Whoâs Who Registry Among Executives and Professionals in the Field of Research, Medicine and Healthcare, 2008
Selected for Whoâs Who in Executives, Professionals and Entrepreneurs, 2008,Cambridge Whoâs Who
Affiliations
American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians
Association of Socially Active Physicians (ASAP)
American Osteopathic Association
Publications
none at present
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