Breast surgeons to host talk in Shelton

New techniques will be discussed
SHELTON - Two breast surgeons will host "New techniques in breast conservation and treatment of breast cancer" at 6 p.m. Monday in the R.D. Scinto auditorium, 3 Corporate Drive.


The presenters are Dr. Andrew S. Kenler and Dr. Shareef Jandali, both members of the Norma F. Pfriem Breast Cancer Center at Bridgeport Hospital, part of the Yale-New Haven Health System.

A question and answer segment will follow the talk. Light refreshments will be served.

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Kenler is a board certified general surgeon specializing in diseases of the breast.
Jandali is a board certified plastic surgeon specializing in the newest breast reconstruction techniques including oncoplastic surgery, one-stage breast reconstruction with implants, and nipple-sparing mastectomy reconstruction.


In the United States, 1 in 8 women will get breast cancer during her lifetime.
Men are also at risk and account for about 1 percent of all breast cancer cases.
Even though breast cancer awareness is high, all too often people don’t take the steps to detect the disease in its early stages and encourage others to do the same.

A breast cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming and it is important to be educated on the treatment options that are available.
Novel treatment and reconstructive options exist. The marriage of oncologic issues and cosmetic issues has come to the forefront in the treatment of breast cancer.
This allows women to not only be cured of their illness, but to be left "whole" after surgery. 

For more information contact Shelton Police Officer Mary Beth White, 203-924-1544 ext. 416.

This post is taken from a press release.

Griffin bariatric program welcomes director in Derby

DERBY - Griffin Hospital welcomes Rishi Ramlogan, MD as the new Medical Director of its Bariatric Surgery Program, Griffin Bariatrics.

Dr. Ramlogan

Ramlogan, who is board certified by the American Board of Surgery, brings extensive experience working at three Bariatric Centers of Excellence to his new position.

He will be treating patients with a broad range of bariatric, laparoscopic and general surgery concerns.
His special areas of interest include laparoscopic gastric bypass, gastric banding, sleeve gastrectomy, revisional bariatric procedures, hernia surgery and anti-reflux surgery.

Ramlogan received his Medical Degree from the University of the West Indies, and completed his internship and began residency in general surgery at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine Cabrini program in Manhattan.
He was named both “Most Outstanding Intern” and “Most Outstanding Resident” in the Mount Sinai/Cabrini program.
Ramlogan completed his general surgery residency training at the New York Medical College Sound Shore Program, where he went on to serve as chief resident.
In 2011, he completed a fellowship in advanced laparoscopy and bariatric surgery at Danbury Hospital.

As Medical Director of Griffin Hospital’s Bariatric Surgery Program, Ramlogan will regularly present free weight loss surgery seminars offered throughout the region to help prospective patients learn about their options and make informed choices.
He also will be participating in a number of Griffin Bariatrics workshops, support groups, and outreach activities, including the monthly Griffin Bariatrics “On Track” workshops, held on the third Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. – noon at the Hewitt Ambulatory Care Pavilion, 350 Seymour Ave.

Ramlogan is currently seeing new patients, as well as follow up and revisional bariatric surgery patients, at his office at 67 Maple Ave.
For information or to schedule an appointment, call 203-732-1475 or visit griffinhospitalbariatrics.com.


This information is taken from a press release from Griffin Hospital. 

Beccaroni! to aid Shelton child facing surgery

Rebecca

Rebecca Rose Marcinauskis of Shelton, at 8-years old, has endured more hospitalizations and serious illnesses than most 80-year olds.

As her mother, Laura Marcinauskis says, Rebecca is "feisty," and she believes that's why her daughter has made it to eight years of age.

I met Rebecca two years ago, and I found her to be not only feisty, but sociable and full of energy.  

Rebecca will soon undergo brain surgery.

Beccaroni!, a pasta dinner, will be held at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 18 at St. Margaret-Mary Church hall, 382 Long Hill Ave., Shelton, with proceeds going to help defray the family's increasing medical costs. 

Donation is $10 a person. If you cannot attend, consider making a donation to this worthy cause.

To make a reservation, call Sheila at 203-924-9269.