Finding a Good Doctor
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How to Find a Good Doctor
Choosing the right doctor to meet a situation is very important. The client needs to feel like they can trust a doctor or treatment may be unsuccessful. The doctor patient relationship is really key to the treatment process. It is essential that the physician build a lasting rapport with the client. No matter what kind of medical attention is needed, it will certainly take the two working together to meet common wellness goals.
One of the most important things to consider is the health care provider's level of training. Years of successful procedures speak highly of a physician's training. It is imperative that the patient be confident that the doctor can perform what is necessary to achieve wholeness.
Another consideration that sometimes gets overlooked is the health care professional's personality. Since communication is an essential key to successful treatment procedures it should be easy for a patient to communicate concerns as well as questions to the doctor. And the doctor should be able to adequately meet those concerns and questions with valid, thorough answers. This will help maintain a high level of trust between the two parties.
Sometimes gender is very important when looking for a doctor. For some people it may not be an issue at all, as long as the doctor is properly qualified. However, for many people they are simply more comfortable with one sex than the other, especially when it comes to delicate issues. Many feel that one gender is more understanding than the other; while some are uncomfortable discussing issues with the opposite sex. It's a matter of personal comfort, but it is a very big issue that affects the doctor patient relationship greatly.
The location of the doctor's facilities may be a factor depending on transportation needs. It is also important to know which hospital the physician is affiliated with. These can seem minor, but play a role in determining the choice of a doctor.

One of the most important things to consider is the health care provider's level of training. Years of successful procedures speak highly of a physician's training. It is imperative that the patient be confident that the doctor can perform what is necessary to achieve wholeness.
Another consideration that sometimes gets overlooked is the health care professional's personality. Since communication is an essential key to successful treatment procedures it should be easy for a patient to communicate concerns as well as questions to the doctor. And the doctor should be able to adequately meet those concerns and questions with valid, thorough answers. This will help maintain a high level of trust between the two parties.
Sometimes gender is very important when looking for a doctor. For some people it may not be an issue at all, as long as the doctor is properly qualified. However, for many people they are simply more comfortable with one sex than the other, especially when it comes to delicate issues. Many feel that one gender is more understanding than the other; while some are uncomfortable discussing issues with the opposite sex. It's a matter of personal comfort, but it is a very big issue that affects the doctor patient relationship greatly.
The location of the doctor's facilities may be a factor depending on transportation needs. It is also important to know which hospital the physician is affiliated with. These can seem minor, but play a role in determining the choice of a doctor.

Table of Contents
- Dr. Philip Seaver
- Laser Skincare Blog
- Lorraine Maita, MD
- Healthy Living Blog
- Poll 1
- Fransisco G. Colon, M.D., F.A.C.S.
- Richard R. Hawrylo, M.D.
- Cosmetic Procedures and Plastic Surgery
- David J. Lange, M.D., F.A.C.S.
- Isaac Starker, M.D., F.A.C.S.
- Lens Love Widget
- Richie L. Lin, M.D.
- Poll 2
- Dr. Michael Rieber
- Dr. Mark Drzala
- Dr. Mitchell Reiter
- Clifford M. Sales, MD
- Jonathan Levison, MD
- Salvador Cuadra, MD
- New Guestbook
Dr. Philip Seaver
Varicose vein treatment NJ
Dr. Philip Seaver, Jr. has years of successful experience in the treatment of spider and varicose veins. Dr Seaver is located in New Jersey at the Vein Center of North Jersey where he is a Board Certified Phlebologist. His primary practice is evaluating and treating spider and varicose veins.Dr. Seaver is known nationally for his expertise in the treatment of varicose veins and his work in the field of phototherapy as well as SmartLipo Laser Body Sculpting. He is careful to keep up with current improvements and trends in diagnosis and treatment techniques. Dr. Philip Seaver and his colleagues at the Laser & Vein Center of North Jersey use the latest available laser and injection therapies available for the treatment of venous disease.
Dr. Seaver rarely uses the painful, surgical procedures to remove varicose veins. He expertly uses less invasive procedures such as ambulatory phlebectomy in vein removal procedures. He is an expert in the use of laser and radio frequency vein treatments. Dr. Seaver also uses more modern methods for relieving spider veins. Laser or Injection Sclerotherapy may be used to shrink the veins and Dr. Searver is a qualified expert in the use of these modern techniques.
Laser Skincare Blog
Vericose vein treatment, laser hair removal, BOTOX
Laser skincare and laser vein removal are treatments that have become widespread in recent years. These treatments can make one look young and vibrant again with minimal effort. But it should not be forgotten that these are medical procedures and should be treated as such. This blog covers a variety of issues that relate to laser skin treatment.
Lorraine Maita, MD
Anti-aging specialist New Jersey
Lorraine Maita, MD is an anti-aging specialist in New Jersey and is Board Certified in Internal Medicine. After studying under various anti-aging philosophies she developed her own customizable anti-aging program. Among Dr. Maita's specialties are skin care, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, weight loss, metabolic makeover, skin care and executive health.Dr. Maita's over 18 years of experience includes working as a physician at several hospitals and clinics. She has worked in areas such as Preventive Health and Wellness, Travel Medicine (both Internal and Occupational), and Executive Health at Fortune 100 companies. She served in the capacity of Vice President and Chief Medical Officer at Prudential Financial, as well as Medical Director for both Johnson & Johnson Global Health Services and The Pfizer Health Leadership Team.
It was while working with these companies that Dr. Maita developed her own wellness and preventive health programs. She also created wellness programs for executives who travel overseas. The programs developed by Dr. Maita have helped many people lose weight, lower their blood pressure and deal with chronic illnesses.
Among her awards are The Pfizer Consumer Healthcare President's Innovation and the Outstanding Office Ergonomics from the Center for Office Technology Awards. She was also awarded The New Jersey Psychological Association Healthy Workplace, The New Jersey Governors Safety and The New Jersey Heartsavers Awards.
Dr. Maita authored Vibrance for Life: How to Live Younger and Healthier. She has successfully completed a fellowship in anti-aging medicine and is a Diplomate of the American College of Anti-Aging Medicine as well as a member of the Age Management Medical Group. Dr Maita currently has a medical practice in Short Hills New Jersey
Healthy Living Blog
Weight Loss, health information, anti aging treatments
Good health and longevity is something that we all strive to achieve. The search for the fountain of youth and immortality has been a common theme throughout our history and today it is possible to live a much longer, fuller and healthier life than at any time in our history. At the How to Live Younger it is our goal to help you be healthier. Topics that we focus on range from, nutrition to exercise to the environment and its health impacts and much more! We hope that you will enjoy our blog.
Poll 1
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Fransisco G. Colon, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Artistic reconstruction, cosmetic surgery procedures
Dr. Colon obtained his medical degree at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. He completed his plastic surgery fellowship and training at the Harvard Medical School and then proceeded to join The Peer Group in 1995. Dr. Colon is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons along with belonging to several prestigious professional organizations.
Currently, Dr. Colon serves as the Chief of the Section of Plastic Surgery at Morristown Memorial Hospital located in Morristown, New Jersey. He also participates in various types of charitable works. He travels to Thailand as a volunteer surgeon with the Healing the Children organization. Their mission is to help children with congenital deformities.
Richard R. Hawrylo, M.D.
Injectable fillers, chemical peels, fat injections, laser skin rejuvenation and Botox
Some of Dr. Hawrylo's specialties in cosmetic rejuvenation include the use of injectable fillers, chemical peels, fat injections, laser skin rejuvenation and Botox. He is an experienced plastic surgeon and has knowledge of modern and time-tested plastic surgery procedures.
Dr. Richard Hawrylo obtained his M.D. degree from the Wake Forest University School of Medicine. He received his training in plastic surgery at the Institute of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at New York University Medical Center. He was trained in general surgery at NYU-Bellevue Medical Center. He is board certified by both the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Hawrylo has been featured in many professional magazines and was featured in the "Top Doctors in the New York Metro Area" by New Jersey Life. Consumer Research featured him among the "Top Docs of Women" and in February 2010 he was featured in New Jersey Savvy Living's "Top N.J. Beauty Doctors." He has also maintained a listing in Castle Connolly Council of America's "Guide to America's Top Plastic Surgeons."
Cosmetic Procedures and Plastic Surgery
Breast reconstruction, liposuction, tummy tucks, eyelid surgery
We all wish to feel beautiful and as we age it may seem that this beauty becomes more and more elusive. This blog discusses a variety of cosmetic treatments that are designed to help you recapture your youth; the treatments that are discussed here will range from issues related to BOTOX and other injectables, to laser skin treatments%u2026 Additionally this blog will discuss a wide range of other topics that relate to cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures.
David J. Lange, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Experience in cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries
Dr. Lange graduated from New York University and the UAG Medical School. Then he underwent training in general surgery at St. Barnabas Medical Center. He completed his residency in plastic surgery at St. Louis University and finished his training in cosmetic surgery with the renowned Dr. Robby Meijer.
Dr. Lange began his practice with The Peer Group and remained on the team of physicians at the St. Barnabas Regional Craniofacial Center in Livingston, New Jersey. His professional affiliations also include the New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society of Aesthetic Surgeons.
Consumer's Research Council of America listed Dr. Lange in America's Top Plastic Surgeons in 2010. He has had numerous listings in "Top Doctors" by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd.
Isaac Starker, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Reconstructive and cosmetic surgery procedures
He is also expert at neck lifts, brow lifts, body lifts and facelifts. He is also skilled in eyelid surgery, tummy tucks, body lifts, rhinoplasty, and body sculpting with liposuction. The broad range of Dr. Starker's training includes the most recent surgical techniques and state of the art technological devices. This includes endoscopy, computer imaging, ultrasound and laser technology. Dr. Starker is also knowledgeable in other non-surgical treatments including Botox, injectible fillers such as Juvederm, and intense pulsed light treatments (laser).
Dr. Starker graduated from New York University. His general surgery training was completed at St. Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital. His residency for plastic surgery was completed at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
He is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Stark also maintains membership in several professional societies which include the American College of Surgeons, New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons, New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons, Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
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Richie L. Lin, M.D.
Dermatologist in Summit, New Jersey
Dr. Richie L. Lin obtained his BA in music literature from Vanderbilt University where he graduated magna cum laude. He then pursued his doctorate of medicine from UMDNJ - New Jersey Medical School. While he was studying at UMDNJ he was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha the prestigious medical honor society.
Dr. Lin completed his training in internal medicine in San Francisco. He then finished his residency for dermatology at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City. While he was completing his residency, Dr. Lin was selected to serve in the capacity of the Chief Resident in the Division of Dermatology. After he completed his residency, he became part of the faculty at the New York University School of Medicine, where he continues to teach. Dr. Lin is a board certified dermatologist in Hackensack and Summit, New Jersey.
Dr. Lin is a Fellow of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery as well as the American Academy of Dermatology. While he continues to practice general dermatology, his expertise and specialty remains in detection and removal of skin cancer. He also has experience performing Botox, Restylane, Radiesse, Juvederm. He also performs laser hair removal and laser treatments.
Dr. Lin completed his training in internal medicine in San Francisco. He then finished his residency for dermatology at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City. While he was completing his residency, Dr. Lin was selected to serve in the capacity of the Chief Resident in the Division of Dermatology. After he completed his residency, he became part of the faculty at the New York University School of Medicine, where he continues to teach. Dr. Lin is a board certified dermatologist in Hackensack and Summit, New Jersey.
Dr. Lin is a Fellow of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery as well as the American Academy of Dermatology. While he continues to practice general dermatology, his expertise and specialty remains in detection and removal of skin cancer. He also has experience performing Botox, Restylane, Radiesse, Juvederm. He also performs laser hair removal and laser treatments.
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Dr. Michael Rieber
Orthopedics, knee replacement, ACL surgery
Michael H. REiber, MD, FACS practices orthopedics in the New Jersey area. Although Orthopaedics Unlimited is concerned with the musculoskeletal system Dr. Rieber specializes in sports medicine, Gender specific knee replacement, Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement (MIS), Arthroscopic Surgery and Cartilage Restoration. He and his well qualified staff are dedicated to giving exceptional care of everything that has to do with the musculoskeletal system: nerves, muscles, bones, ligaments and joints. This also includes offering the best of care to those suffering from arthritis pain.One of the main things you will receive from these NJ doctors is exceptional patient care. They will use state of the art equipment in their procedures. One of their main goals is to adequately educate their patients. Dr. Rieber has been awarded the Saint Barnabas Medical Center Achievement Award for Excellence in Patient Care.
Dr. Rieber is very qualified and specializes in Minimally Invasive Surgery procedures. He is experienced at MIS hip replacement, knee surgery, shoulder surgery and Arthroscopy. He also has expertise in handling various types of sports injuries, such as those which are common to the knees and shoulders.
He is associated with the well recognized hospital, Saint Barnabas Medical Center, located in Livingston, New Jersey.
Dr. Mark Drzala
spine care, spinal specialist NJ
Dr. Mark R. Drzala is a spine care specialist in New Jersey. He has received national recognition for his expert work in this area. His expertise lies with treating patients with various spine disorders. His focus is on treatment and on educating the patient on how to properly care for their spines. His conservative nature prompts Dr. Drzala to pursue every type of non invasive treatment option before considering any type of surgical procedure. He has a working relationship with his patients so that he can present various treatment options to them so that they become a part of the decision process. He is careful to treat each case in an individual manner so that he can design their treatment plans specifically to meet each patient's particular needs.Dr. Drzala is a member of several professional organizations including the North American Spine Society, American Medical Association, NJ Spine Society, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Medical Society of NJ, Orthopedic Surgeons of NJ and the Essex County Medical Society. He is presently serving as councilor in the latter.
Dr. Mark Drzala has been chosen by his peers for the Top Doctor award for six years in a row. For three years he has been recognized as a Best Doctor by Inside Jersey Magazine.
Dr. Mitchell Reiter
NJ spinal disorder specialist, spine surgeon
Dr. Mitchell Reiter is a Spinal disorder Specialist in Montclair, New Jersey; but his reputation reaches much further than this region. He is highly qualified in spine surgery and practices operative and non-operative procedures to help his patients manage spinal disorders. He is very involved in various types of research and is a well known author on the topic of spinal surgery. Medical journals have published several of his informative articles. He participates in research pertaining to various techniques which can be used to reduce scar tissue that is typical with spinal operations.As a spine care specialist in Montclair, New Jersey, Dr. Reiter has a broad base of education and experience to draw from. He is very active in state and national medical societies and is presently secretary of the New Jersey Spine Society. He is also a member of several professional groups such as the Board of Councilors of NJ Orthopedic Society, the Education Committee of the North American Spine Society, The American Medical Association, and the Steering Committee for the Model Northern NJ Spinal Cord Injury System. His medical affiliation is with the Overlook Hospital in Summit New Jersey and Mountainside Hospital in Montclair, NJ.
Clifford M. Sales, MD
Vascular disease, vascular surgeon in New Jersey
In 1993, Clifford M. Sales, MD joined the medical practice at The Vein Center. He is very experienced in managing vascular disease on the lower extremities of the body. His expertise and experience also includes managing various types of vein disorders. As an experienced vascular surgeon in New Jersey, he brings a high level of professionalism and knowledgeable experience to the practice at the Vein Center. He remains on the cutting edge of medical development and its technological advancement by being actively involved in clinical research on many different levels. This involvement encompasses local, regional and national levels of research and development. Dr. Sales has been chosen for the Top Doctor award by his peers. This award is a feature in both the New York and New Jersey Magazines.As a vascular surgeon in New Jersey, he has a wide experience base from which to draw. Presently, Dr. Sales is the Director of the Noninvasive Vascular Surgery at Overlook Hospital, Chief in the Division of Vascular Surgery at Overlook Hospital and Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Dr. Sales received his degree in medicine from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York and completed his fellowship in vascular surgery at the Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, New York.
Jonathan Levison, MD
Vascular Surgery, varicose vein specialist
The Vein Center located in Westfield, New Jersey is proud to have Dr. Jonathan Levison as part of their medical team. Dr. Levison is a vascular surgeon in New Jersey and he became a part of The Vein Center in 1999. Jonathan Levison, MD is very knowledgeable about the various techniques used in endovascular surgery procedures. His expertise is in open aortic surgery. He enjoys helping his patients live more fulfilling lives after the procedures he performs.Dr. Jonathan Levison completed the Doctorate progam in Chicago, Illinois at Chicago Medical School. He then finished a fellowship in Vascular Surgery in New Hyde Park, New York at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He is very well versed and remains an expert on the various techniques that are currently available.
Dr. Levison has served as the president of the Vascular Society of New Jersey and currently serves as their representative to the CMS Medicare Center Advisory Committee. He formerly served as the Medical Director for the Wound Center at Clara Maass Medical Center which is located in Belleville, New Jersey. At the same facility, he currently serves as the Chief of the Department of Cardiovascular Surgery.
Salvador Cuadra, MD
Vascular surgeon in New Jersey, non-invasive procedures
Salvador Cuadra, MD is an skilled vascular surgeon in New Jersey and practices at The Vein Center. His expertise and interest is in minimally invasive treatment options which are used to treat peripheral vascular disease. Dr. Cuadra specializes in the treatment of abdominal aortic aneurysms. The care of his patients is of utmost importance to him and he particularly enjoys helping patients who have carotid artery disease; and he specializes in the care and management programs for patients with hemodialysis access.He has diverse experiences in his educational background and this gives him a very broad knowledge base from which to treat his patients. He was awarded his Bachelor's from Cornell University; and obtained his Doctorate from the State University of New York at Stony Brook School of Medicine. His expertise and experience is largely due to his fellowship in Vascular Surgery at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.
Dr. Cuadra particularly enjoys seeing the improvement of his patients after the procedures have been successfully completed. He is respected for his work as a vascular surgeon in New Jersey; and particularly likes helping patients improve through the use of cutting edge technology that employs non-invasive procedures.
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kns1988
May 13, 2012 @ 3:20 am | delete
- Trusted doctors is what we need ! This is just great! Wonderful! :)
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kns1988
May 13, 2012 @ 3:20 am | delete
- Trusted doctors is what we need ! This is just great! Wonderful! :)
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kns1988
May 11, 2012 @ 6:28 am | delete
- Faithful, worthy, trusted and experienced doctors are really important! The entire life of a patient depends on them! they need to be great with their work
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RohanParekh
May 9, 2012 @ 4:14 pm | delete
- Doctor's are trusted by human's with their lives and a wrong choice could prove fatal. Glad to have angels like you who help us make better decisions! Thanks a lot.
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Feb 9, 2012 @ 6:51 am | delete
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