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St. christopher's Hospital for children
Philadelphia, PA
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Aetna
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Cigna
United healthcare
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Pediatric and adult congenital cardiac surgery.
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General Surgery
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See a physician : If you are concerned about your weight and want to lose it then do it under the supervision of a doctor. You may be able to eat better and still lose... Read More
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Cyst or lymph nodes: You have a bump that drains pus at the bottom of head. These are either a sebaceous cyst that continues to drain or an infected lymph node. If you s... Read More
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Hemorrhoids: Hemorrhoids are very common. They occur from a stasis of blood flow in the blood vessels that go to our lower intestines. As you get older you are l... Read More
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Trauma and hygiene: Diseases related to natural disasters occur during and after. During the disaster trauma can occur. A crash injury, fire, or something un planned li... Read More
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Scar tissue: You are 37 years old a female and had gallbladder removed. For 5 months you have pinching pains that can get better with gas meds. You may have scar... Read More
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Barrett's Esophagus: Acid reflux is a concern for changes in the lining of your esophagus. Over time it can cause permanent damage to the lining of your esophagus and has... Read More
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Allergies: You may need to see your doctor. When patients have many things hurting them like their head abdomen and the like, it may require a sit down visit wi... Read More
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Talk to your doctor: You really need to talk to your doctor. Pain specialists may be able to decrease your need for so much tramadol. There are alternatives to medicatio... Read More
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Very short: Stage IV of any cancer means the cancer has spread to the distant organs. This could mean the liver, bone, brain etc.
Randy pausch, a computer eng... Read More
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Sometimes: Also consider seeing a dermatologist. Allergy doctors are excellent at treating allergies. Sometimes a different specialist can take a new approach ... Read More
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Hernia muscle strain: Self limiting pains that radiate and force us to stop moving can be from a hernia or from exertion and muscle strain. Common hernia's in women are fe... Read More
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A 35-year-old male asked:
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Not concerned: Sinus rinses may cause fluid to build up in your eustachian tubes and change the pressure in your ear. That causes the crackling noise similar to whe... Read More
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Potassium: Usually sudden pains that come and go are nerves or muscle under pressure. It can also be a sign of low electrolytes such as potassium.
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Surgery: It sounds like you have an abdominal incisional hernia. If it is for an inguinal hernia that still has hernia you could consider surgery. Besides co... Read More
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1 cm or less: Lymph nodes under the neck are the 1st line of defense against bacterial and viral illness from the mouth. They form a protective barrier from the ge... Read More
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Unknown: You are asking what causes phantom limb sensation. There are limits in medicine. We know patients describe phantom pain and sensation after amputati... Read More
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Pancreas: After your gallbladder has been removed you can still form stones or sludge that causes pain. Getting pain after eating around 30-40 minutes may be r... Read More
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Topical tacrolimus: Often people who do not operate cannot appreciate how important it is to have healthy skin for people in the operating room. Healthy skin for you is ... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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Talk to pharmacist: If you have acid reflux you first can try to optimize the therapy. You can use a h2 blocker or a pph (proton pump inhibitor). It is possible that in... Read More
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A 16-year-old female asked:
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Diverticulitis: What you are describing could be from many different ailments. Sometimes diverticulitis can cause diffuse pain. It could be many other things. Your... Read More
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Change routine: You have diarrhea 1-3 am. Seeing your doctor will be important. As long as the diarrhea is self limiting and you are not dehydrated. It could be wh... Read More
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Has she seen doctor?: Laz-ax500 is azithromycin. This is an antibiotic. It has a long half life so taking it for 5 days is equal to a 14 day regimen. It will treat a bac... Read More
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Do: Do seek a qualified physician. Don't get too much or your face will droop.
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Obturator foramen: This is a rare hernia usually found in elderly females. Your are 45 so you are not elderly. The obturator foramen is a hole in your pelvis. It allo... Read More
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Beginning size : When you say you are 1 cm remember thats the beginning size of your cervix. Is this your first pregancy. If so, really try to relax and continue to ... Read More
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Pharmacist: Your friend got the Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) shot and should not need to continue to taking the pill. The shot will work over time however ... Read More
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Pharmacist: Talk to your pharmacist. Compliance with medications is very hard. As you need to take a birth control pill and you take a pill for diabetes it will... Read More
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I'm suffering from upper abdominal pain. i don't have insurance. is it an ulcer? how can i treat it?
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General Surgery 26 years experience
Get insurance: This is an important time for you to get insurance. In michigan the weather is very cold. If you have an accident while driving any hospital bill wi... Read More
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For pain: Lortab is a common for pain. After your laparoscopic or open gallbladder removal your surgeon wanted to give you the option for pain control. If you... Read More
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Nothing small elbow: Ear aches in adults and children are usually self limiting. Your mother probably said nothing smaller than your elbow should go in your ear. This is... Read More
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Cyst: Simple cysts can appear when the fluid of a hair follicle becomes trapped. As the fluid builds up it creates a soft mass. Squeezing it can release t... Read More
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When you can work fu: Knee scope surgery should allow you to return to work earlier than conventional operation. However hen you return to work you need to be able to perf... Read More
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Gallbladder, liver: Yoy are experiencing right sided pain going to the back. This could be from the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and even lung. Talk to your doctor. H... Read More
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Root 4cm: At 35 years of age your aortic root of 4 cm is abnormal. You have a significant family history. Genetic testing by your doctor for connective tissue... Read More
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Endoscope: Endoscopy is a procedure that can be done by a specialist or a surgeon. A specialist like gastroenterologist can perform endoscopy. A surgeon can pe... Read More
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No easy answer: Rejection after any transplant can be caused be the body recognizing the transplant as foreign (not belonging). Your body will always be fighting aga... Read More
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Possible: Spinal herniation can be a type called spina bifida occulta. This is a congenital (birth defect) defect that goes undeteced your entire life. It can... Read More
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Normal: Warm skin may be from an active lifestyle. You mentioned that you are not having fevers and that you are healthy.
Medical conditions such as hyper... Read More
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Schedule doctor: Blood on tissue paper could be hemorrhoids, polyp, precancerous lesion, cancer. The best thing is to see your doctor. You are 43 and female. A thor... Read More
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Do: Do tell your doctor if you take Aspirin or herbal supplements such as garlic. Do not smoke.
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Dizziness: Vertigo is a sensation of movement or dizziness when you have no reason to be. Image how you feel as a kid when you would quickly spin and then stop.... Read More
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Not a sign of cancer: Lipomas are a tumor but they are benign. Large lipomas greater than 5 cm are concerning for a possibility of cancer. People who get lipomas tend to ... Read More
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Ascites: Mist likely you had a scan of your abdomen? They may be looking for cancer or an explanation for increase in abdominal size. Finding ascites means t... Read More
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Celiac disease: You notice daily abdominal swelling. Consider seeing your doctor to discuss medical conditions. Celiac disease is a condition that makes people sick... Read More
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1st thing stop smoke: The first thing is to stop smoking. This is your biggest risk for death, stroke, or cancer. Second hand smoke can cause cancer and health risks for ... Read More
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Pediatric dentist: 5 year olds are just about ready to lose the front teeth. Certainly trauma or bumping it could be the cause of this bump. Warts would be unlikely bu... Read More
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Talk to your doctor: You are probably concerned about the risks of medications for your unborn child and that is completely understandable. If you have these concerns sha... Read More
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Keep walking: When people exercise cramps are a common compliant. Usually a short period of rest relieves the pain. If it does not then see your doctor.
Most of ... Read More
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Needs close followup: Tongue cancer is difficult to diagnose and your doctor feels you are at risk. If you have leukoplaque there are already changes on your tongue. If y... Read More
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Constant vs contract: Appendicitis is at first a generalized pain that starts in the peri umbilical area. As the appendix ruptures the pain may move from the right side gr... Read More
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Dec 1, 2014
Dr. Stevens is a an active and enthusiastic dispenser of wisdom and is generous with his support. It's great to share webspace with him if this wonderful community.
Aug 27, 2013
I recommend Dr. Stevens. He is clearly a very knowledgeable surgeon. He is providing a valuable service to the public on Health tap. I endorse Dr. Stevens.
Mar 30, 2015
Great doctor. Consistently gives thoughtful, insightful and expert advice.
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Thanks for answering! I was spitting blood in the AM and still am. I also have annoying pain in my right lower rib section, im 27. So far no idea whats causing it but thats all that was found so far....Read More
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This was very helpful. Thanks! I tried 2 times to do the prep, and am praying for my 3rd to finally clean me out. My 1st colon., found 5 polops(spelling?) which were benein thank god !!
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Thank you so much Doctor for answering. I'll mind that in future. Could you please explain though why that happened to my eye? I had a lot of lab works from 2010 to 13. Thank you.
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Ross University School of Medicine, Portsmouth, Commonwealth of Dominica, West Indies
Graduated 1997MD
Residency
University of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Residency
University of Kentucky, Department of Surgery
Residency
Yale-New Haven Hospital
Residency
Yale-New Haven Hospital
Awards
âContinental Whoâs Who in Americaâ - March 2009
âAmericaâs Top Surgeonsâ - January 2009, 2010
American Association of Thoracic Surgery Resident Traveling Fellowship Grant - September 2005
Affiliations
American College of Surgeons
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