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Michael J Melgar, MD

Phone (516) 829-2016             107 Northern Blvd, Great Neck, NY                  Fax (516) 829-2019

   

       The following is an brief list of some web site that we believe to be

 

reliable. The information the provide appears to be scientifically accurate most or all of the time.  This distinction represents our professional opinion arrived at after reviewing articles and information posted on these sites, and may not represent the opinion of any medical society, agency, or group. Reliable medical web sites can be a valuable source of  information, while bad sites may contain misinformation which can lead to confusion.  Information from these sites should never be used as the sole basis for medical decision making, but should be used only as an educational tool. Please consult your physician regarding any actual medical problems and review any information with him/her.

Note :  It is our opinion that alternative medicine has little scientific evidence to back the claims associated with it and therefore cannot be endorsed at this time. As a result we do not recommend any web sites that deal exclusively with alternative medicine. Some of the web sites listed above do have pages that cover this topic. Our practice does not endorse this information and considers these treatments potentially dangerous. As a policy we will only endorse treatments that have a sound basis in controlled scientific studies.

 

        

General Information

 

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
CDC Travelers Health

 

General Information medical web site

General Information medical web site
  Useful page from the Dr Koop web site that  provides drug and drug interaction information.
Healthfinder: Index of Medical Resources
Index of Patient Handouts
Medical News
Living Wills

 

 

Allergy & Immunology

Allergic Conjunctivitis
Seasonal Allergies: The Allergy Report
Tips on Avoiding Insect Stings

Cancer

Cancer Prevention and Control
Cancer Resource Center
Early Cancer Detection
Facts About Lung Cancer
Managing Cancer Pain
Recommendations for the Early Detection of Cancer
Skin Cancer
Treatment Choices for Prostate Cancer
Women and Colorectal Cancer

Cardiovascular

Angina
Angina Pectoris
Angina Pectoris Treatments
Angina and Heart Disease
Atrial Fibrillation
Blood Pressure Levels
Cholesterol
Cholesterol - So You Have High Blood Cholesterol
Cholesterol Information
Cholesterol Levels
Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG)
Coronary Artery Disease
Heart & Stroke A-Z Guide
Heart Attack
Heart Disease and Smoking: Why You Need To Quit
Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure
High Blood Pressure
High Blood Pressure - Monitoring at Home
Lowering Cholesterol for the Person with Heart Disease
The Healthy Heart Handbook for Women

Disease Prevention

Immunizations for Adults
Lifting Safety: Tips To Help Prevent Back Injuries
Stroke: Warning Signs and Tips on Prevention
The Nicotine Patch
Vaccines 
You Can Quit Smoking

Emotional & Mental Health

Dementia: Caring for Your Loved One
Depression Is a Treatable Illness
Depression: How Medicine Can Help
Domestic Violence: Protecting yourself and your children
Drinking: It Can Spin Your World Around
Dysthymic Disorder: When Depression Lingers
Forgetfulness, Its Not Always What You Think
Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: What Is It and How To Treat It
Panic Disorder: Panic Attacks and Agoraphobia
Somatoform Disorder: How To Cope With It
Stress: Who Has Time for It?

Endocrine

Diabetes Information
Diabetes: How To Use Insulin

Gastrointestinal

Cirrhosis of the Liver
Constipation
Constipation
Digestive Diseases
Gas in the Digestive Tract
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (Heartburn)
Hemorrhoids
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Traveler's Diarrhea
Ulcers and H. pylori Infection

Infections

Common Cold
Flu (Influenza)
HIV
HIV Infection in Women
Hepatitis A, B. and C
Index of Infectious Diseases
Pneumonia
Prevention and Treatment of Influenza & the Common Cold
STD Facts
STDs: Learn How To Protect Yourself
Vaginal Yeast Infections

Medical Tests & Procedures

Angioplasty
Colonoscopy
Sigmoidoscopy
Exercise Stress Test
Stent Procedure
Thallium Stress Test
Ultrasound
Upper Endoscopy
Upper GI Endoscopy

Medications

Antibiotics: When They Can and Can't Help
Antidepressants: Medicine for Depression
Antihistamines
Aspirin in Heart Attack & Stroke Prevention
Cholesterol Lowering Drugs
Drug Database
Inhaled Asthma Medications
Metered-Dose Inhaler: How To Use It Correctly
Nasal Sprays: How To Use Them Correctly
Nonprescription Pain Relievers
Viagra

Musculoskeletal

Back Injury Prevention - Think Before You Lift
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Common Orthopedic Conditions
Knee Problems
Lower Back Problems
Osteoporosis
Rotator Cuff Exercises
Shoulder Pain
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus - Handout

Neurology

Alzheimer’s Disease Fact Sheet
Alzheimer's Disease
Living with Migraine Headaches
Migraines - Heading Off Migraine Pain
Parkinson's disease
Tension Headaches

Nutrition & Fitness

Achieve Your Healthy Weight
Body Mass Index
Choosing Healthy, Low-Fat Foods
Diabetes and Exercise
Diabetes and Nutrition
Exercise and Your Heart: A Guide to Physical Activity
Exercise: How To Get Started
Exercises to Minimize Problems with Back Pain
Menu Planning
Nutrition Analysis Tool
Step by Step: Eating to Lower Your High Blood Cholesterol

Respiratory

Acute Bronchitis
Asthma - Getting Your Asthma Under Control
Asthma - The Asthma Management Model System
Asthma Information
Asthma: Taking Medicines Safely
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (emphysema)
Chronic Bronchitis
Chronic Bronchitis
Chronic Cough: Causes and Cures
Exercise-Induced Asthma
Lung Disease Information

Dermatology

Athlete's Foot
Darker Side of Tanning
Diabetes Foot Care
Eczema
Eczema: Tips on How To Care for Your Skin
How to Prevent Skin Cancer
Ingrown Toenails
Poison Ivy & Poison Oak
Tinea Versicolor
Urticaria (Hives)
Warts

Urology

BPH - Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Incontinence
Painful Urination
Prostate Cancer Screening
Treating Your Enlarged Prostate
Vasectomy Safety
Urologic Diseases
Sexual Dysfunction