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[ - ] Reposting for the AM crowd. Who is the best wrist/hand orthopedist in NYC? Any nabe. My wrist is killing me. It's probably something like carpal tunnel. 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 05.28.08, 07:44 AM Flag
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Dr Charles Malone http://www.drcharlesmelone.com/ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:46 AM Flag
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op: thanks -- did you personally see him -- what for -- what were the results [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:47 AM Flag
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my dad saw him a few times. My dad (was a cop) and broke his wrist in a fight and Dr Malone fixed it. He's great. I also worked for the Ortho Dept. at NYU and he's very well known [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:49 AM Flag
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^^BTW you can see a neurologist and if it's carpal tunnel they can treat you. If you need a specialist then call Malone [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:51 AM Flag
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Dr. Strauch at Columbia U (he sees patients at the midtown clinic). My internist referred me to him when I had de Cuervains syndrome and tendonitis in the wrist. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:47 AM Flag
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http://www.cumc.columbia.edu/dept/ortho/cv/strauch.html [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:47 AM Flag
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I saw an orthopedic surgeon and neurologist for this, the surgeon wanted to operate pretty much immediately and the neurologist said I had permanent nerve damage (both hands). I had a newborn, was recovering from a C-section and was unwilling at that point to undergo surgery, so instead I went to an acupuncturist and an osteopath for treatments. My right hand/wrist recovered completely, left side, 99.9%. I can give you the name of the acupuncturist a/o osteopath if that interests you; I don't still have the numbers for the others. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:48 AM Flag
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I'm open to that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:52 AM Flag
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ok, for acupuncture, I used Dr. Yoshihiro Yamaguchi, he's at 161 W 54th st, phone is 212-246-7588. for osteopathy, I used Dr. Dawn Cieplensky, she is at 141 E 55th Street, phone is 212-465-3175. Good luck. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 08:02 AM Flag
[ - ] can anyone recommend a great hands-on pediatrican on the upper west side? i have a 7 month old and our current practice (khanna, ward, sasala) hasn't been great with giving advice on routine things (feeding solids, sleep schedules etc). i'm a first time mom, so I would like a doc who is a bit more accessible. TIA. 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 05.28.08, 07:44 AM Flag
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Love all the doctors at West End Pediatrics, but they don't take insurance. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:49 AM Flag
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op: sigh, this is the case with all the recs I get. df recommended westside pediatrics and they take some insurance, but not mine [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:54 AM Flag
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FWIW, I also considered the Traister practice (is that Westside Peds?) and thought they seemed very good. They took care of my ds in the hospital after he was born. Can you get reimbursed if you go out of network? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:58 AM Flag
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i need to look into that...thanks for the rec though [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 08:03 AM Flag
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anyone else? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 08:05 AM Flag
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I am a pediatric nurse and know loads of peds. but this is the type of information you get from the nurse, and from other moms too. Eg, introduce solid food one at a time after 6 months, starting w/starches. Sleep is an individual thing and depends on a child. Mostly allow to sleep as much as they want at night and during the day at least wake up after 4 hours [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 08:13 AM Flag
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op: if you are still on, I am fine getting recs from a nurse! but the office hasn't been helpful. db was having a very difficult time with formula (vomitting) and i am trying to wean. when i called, the doc on call said to discuss with my regular doctor and next appointment (in 2.5 months). this wasn't helpful to me [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 08:16 AM Flag
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Dr. Meer at Manhattan Physicians Group. www.mpgcares.com [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 08:36 AM Flag
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they take all insurance and the line moves fast [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 08:38 AM Flag
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I love Westside Peds Dr Sanford. They take insurance. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 08:31 AM Flag
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^^^sorry-just read above that they don't take your insur. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 08:38 AM Flag
[ - ] need a suntan lotion recc. 2yo db breakks out from almost erverykind. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:44 AM Flag
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neutrogena sensitive skin [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:44 AM Flag
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ditto [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:47 AM Flag
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skinceuticals. pricey but worth it. i get it from my derm [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:44 AM Flag
[ - ] I was snorkeling last week, and the 25-year old guide we went with said my mask was leaking because I had "really defined, smile lines" - would you take offense? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:43 AM Flag
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the guide sounds like an idiot [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:44 AM Flag
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thank you, dh thought it was no big deal [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:45 AM Flag
[ - ] Looking for b-day gift ideas for a very, very special friend. She is very well-off, but not pretentious at all. I want to spend between $200-$250. Any suggestions? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 05.28.08, 07:42 AM Flag
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How about a selection of great new books? If she is the "type" give her a gift card for donorschoose.org and let her sponsor a school project of her choosing (I loved this). A really nice cashmere throw. If she has a home, some gorgeuos peony plants to bloom for ever. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:48 AM Flag
[ - ] ttc:what helped you to conceived fast?" 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:39 AM Flag
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sex [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:41 AM Flag
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:41 AM Flag
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DH's penis [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:42 AM Flag
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me too! i almost died when i got that positive test. it was just kind of an experiment that i didn't expect to work! first read taking charge of your fertility, then do FF. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:47 AM Flag
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old wives tale, am sure, but propped rear in the air afterwards and it worked all 3 times I got pg. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:43 AM Flag
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fast? lol. it took 3+ years. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 08:27 AM Flag
[ - ] Where can I get a cute dressy headband for a flower girl in midtown NYC? Thanks 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:39 AM Flag
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check with Lesters on E. 79st [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:45 AM Flag
[ - ] my 2yo has become ridiculously shy. any suggestions of what to do when he's hanging on my leg at a friends house? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:39 AM Flag
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Let him be. He'll grow out of it, and if you push him too hard it will get worse. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:41 AM Flag
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so just ignore it? that's what i'm doing now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:45 AM Flag
[ - ] What healthy snacks do you give your 14-18mo? Daycare gives ds too much canned fruit, so I'd like to start bringing in some alternatives--cheese, yogurt, real fruit? Other suggestions? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:37 AM Flag
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crackers, muffins [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:39 AM Flag
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healthy muffins? not likely [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:41 AM Flag
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you can make them [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:45 AM Flag
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OP: Not a bad idea...any suggestions on where I can find recipes? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:49 AM Flag
[ - ] Mom and sis just bought Macs and want to set up I chat feature with my fam. I am annoyed and feel like it is just one more thing I will have to manage...I talk to them frequently, keep a photo blog of ds, etc. This just feels over the top for me, but am I being ridiculous? 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:33 AM Flag
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truthfully? yes. you're being a baby. you don't have to chat with them all the time! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:35 AM Flag
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I know but my god. Mom calls today from Mac store and says "we are setting it up at 12noon, we'll call you so you can set it up, too." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:36 AM Flag
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np: well, there is no reason you need to do it at the same time, but your mom probably doesn't understand that. sounds like it's time to screen your calls and call her back when you have time to formulate a reply. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:38 AM Flag
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:36 AM Flag
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I just feel like they are going to want to Ichat all the damn time. Partner and I both work and it feels like a lot to manage. I know it is silly but it is true [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:37 AM Flag
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you have the power to not chat with them [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:37 AM Flag
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np: and just tell them that you are NOT, under any terms, available to chat at work (and stick to it). They can certainly call if it's an emergency. You need to stop letting them walk all over you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:39 AM Flag
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is it you they want to chat with or do they want to videochat with you and ds? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:40 AM Flag
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They want to videochat with me and ds, of course. It just all feels so much to me...we keep a blog so they have recent photos of him, we talk every day...I just resent now having to hold ds captive in front of the computer for them to "chat" with him. He's only 11 m/o! It will just become another annoying thing for me [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 08:03 AM Flag
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sounds like you are making more of it than it is. No biggie [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:37 AM Flag
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^^^not like they are asking to move in with you [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:37 AM Flag
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i may be the only one but i agree with you. my mom would drive me nuts with that. I had to stop doing IM b/c she wanted to chat all. the. time. it drove me nuts. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:52 AM Flag
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Thanks! How do I manage this, then? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 08:03 AM Flag
[ - ] How to use Baby Bjorn in summer if db can't wear sunscreen until 6mos? Arms and legs will be exposed unless I over dress her. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 05.28.08, 07:33 AM Flag
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We used blue lizard sunscreen before 6 m/o if we were to be out for any long period of time. Also placed light receiving blanket over ds [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:34 AM Flag
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hat, long sleeves, stay out of sun during peak hours. talk to ped-there are some sunscreens (blocks with zinc or titanium stuff) that can use earlier than 6 mos [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:34 AM Flag
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now the rec is for sunscreen before 6 months, according to our ped. she says use it from day one if baby will be in the sun at all. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:40 AM Flag
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use sunscreen - buy the physical barrier cream and don't put it on hands. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:41 AM Flag
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You get a very light long sleeve shirt. Walk on the shadey side of the street...there alwasy is one except at noon. If you know you need to be outside for a long period, test some sunscreen on db's inner arm. We like WaterBabies by Coppertone...no need to go fancy. And, dbs benefit from 15 minutes of sun every day, no need to stress for walking across the street. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.08, 07:44 AM Flag
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