When it comes to health, preventative care is the cornerstone to overall wellness. Unfortunately though, less than 10 percent of American adults 35 and older receive the preventive health services recommended to them. Staying on top of recommendations and potentially improving your health outcomes is simpler than you might think— and it starts with finding a Connecticut… Read More
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Congratulations! You’ve just completed a Physician Assistant (PA) program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), and your program meets the Connecticut licensing requirements. But you’re not done yet. There are a few steps you need to complete to get a Connecticut physician assistant license.
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Stomach issues can be uncomfortable to talk about, but they shouldn’t be ignored. It’s important to pay attention to any concerning symptoms, like frequent stomach pain, unexplained weight loss, or chronic diarrhea. If you have any of those symptoms, or if you have been having other issues with your digestive system, you might need to… Read More
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As a healthcare provider, caring for patients is your main priority. Unfortunately, a long list of non-clinical duties on top of your role as a physician can quickly lead to burnout and diminished capacity. While administrative responsibilities aren’t going away any time soon, there is one solution to reserving your time and attention for patients… Read More
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Colonoscopies are notorious for their extensive, and sometimes unpleasant, preparations. But with colorectal cancers as the fourth most common cancer diagnosed in men and women, colonoscopy prep is worth any uncomfortable side effects. Fortunately, preparing for a colonoscopy isn’t as complicated as it used to be. You can follow simple instructions leading up to the colonoscopy… Read More
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By: Physicians Alliance of Connecticut Whether you just moved to Connecticut, recently changed health insurance, or looking to switch primary care providers (PCP), sifting through all the available options in your area can be overwhelming. To find the best primary care doctor in CT for you, knowing what to look for and questions to ask… Read More
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As demand for healthcare providers continues to increase, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reported gastroenterology will be among the top fields with the highest predicted provider deficit. This career choice is one of the top in-demand healthcare jobs in Connecticut and at PACT, our world-class gastroenterology team empowers one another to provide state-of-the-art… Read More
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The Centers for Disease Control states that approximately six in ten adults in the U.S. are living with a chronic disease and four in ten adults have two or more chronic diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. The key to treating chronic disease is to detect it early; early detection and treatment usually lead… Read More
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Our very own Dr. Paul Feuerstadt MD, FACG, AGAF, Gastroenterologist of PACT Gastroenterology Center was recently interviewed on Channel 8 to address C. Diff. A bacteria that is affecting half a million Americans. Dr. Feuerstadt addresses the commonality of the disease and the causes and preventions in the following segment. C. diff (Clostridioides difficile) is… Read More
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Nurses are the backbone of the healthcare system—all you have to do is look at the numbers to see their tremendous impact. Top nursing jobs are in high demand. There are more nurses than any other type of healthcare professional, including physicians. There are almost 4.2 million registered nurses in the United States, more than… Read More
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