Most people associate whiplash with car accidents, but any fall or trauma that causes your neck to move back and forth forcefully can lead to a whiplash injury. A collision during a soccer game, a fall in the backyard, or even a rough ride on a roller coaster can stretch...
Named after medical researcher Dr. George Papanicolaou, who introduced it to the medical world in 1943, the Pap smear has saved countless women from the consequences of invasive cervical cancer. Technological advances since the 1940s have made this test even more reliable at detecting precancerous or cancerous changes in your...
Any bleeding that occurs outside your normal menstrual cycle is abnormal vaginal bleeding. Fortunately, the cause is usually easily treated. Your solution may be as simple as switching to a different birth control pill, decreasing daily stress, or taking medication to manage a thyroid disorder. However, more serious conditions such...
Back, neck, head, or shoulder pain and stiffness are common complaints after a car accident. However, many people don’t experience discomfort until hours or days later. Our team at MyDoc Urgent Care, serving patients from locations in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Forest Hills, East Meadow, and Little Neck, New York, offers convenient, comprehensive care for...
Although our understanding of COVID-19 has improved dramatically since its outbreak in 2019, it’s important to remember that it can cause severe illness. This is especially true for individuals with diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic medical conditions. But does everyone need a test? And when should you consider staying...
The American College of Asthma, Allergy & Immunology reports that allergies are the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the United States, affecting more than 50 million people. Allergies are common among all age groups, and symptoms can range from mild irritation to a life-threatening reaction (anaphylaxis) that requires...
Our goal at MyDoc Urgent Care is to provide the premium medical treatment you deserve with the easy accessibility you crave. Our services include walk-in visits, same-day doctor appointments, and comprehensive, top-level in-office labs and diagnostic studies from five locations in New York. The MyDoc team is also pleased to...
MyDoc Urgent Care offers top-level medical services, including GYN care, from state-of-the-art facilities in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Forest Hills, East Meadow, and Little Neck, New York. Our team is happy to provide information about ovarian cysts, how they develop, and treatments that may prevent them. What is an ovarian cyst?...
Cervical cancer deaths have dropped dramatically since the Pap smear became a routine part of wellness care for people with a cervix. These days, you can add HPV testing to cervical cancer screening. This test detects the presence of human papillomavirus, the leading cause of cervical cancer. We offer both...
Pelvic pain may be related to an acute infection that responds quickly to antibiotics or a chronic disorder affecting your urinary, digestive, or reproductive system. Either way, understanding what’s causing your pain is the first step in effective treatment. You can rely on the family and emergency medicine specialists at...
Monkeypox was first discovered in 1958 when a group of scientists noticed the illness in research monkeys. Although it’s in the same family of viruses that cause smallpox, monkeypox is rarely fatal. However, monkeypox is contagious and can cause significant health problems for immunocompromised people. MyDoc Urgent Care offers quality...
Women have been scheduling routine Pap smears since the 1940s. The test is named after medical researcher Dr. George Papanicolaou who published a medical text in 1943 that detailed the benefits of studying cervical cells for precancerous changes. MyDoc Urgent Care offers quality health care services with the convenience of...
About 75% of women experience at least one vaginal yeast infection in their lifetime, and 50% experience multiple episodes. However, anyone can develop a yeast infection just about anywhere you have skin. Our MyDoc Urgent Care team, offering quality health care with the convenience of walk-in and same-day doctor visits...
MyDoc Urgent Care offers quality health care with the convenience of walk-in services and same-day doctor visits to residents in and around Forest Hills, East Meadow, the Bronx, and Brooklyn, New York. Our team can help if you’re struggling with allergies, starting with testing that accurately identifies the substances making...
The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus.But what...
The team at MyDoc Urgent Care combines the highest quality medical services with the convenience of walk-in and same-day doctor visits for residents of all ages in and around the New York communities of Forest Hills, East Meadow, Bronx, and Brooklyn. Read what these family medicine and emergency care specialists say about the stomach flu and how...
The team at MyDoc Urgent Care provides New York residents of all ages the highest quality immediate care services available from locations in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Forest Hills, and East Meadow. Read what they say about chronic fatigue, what causes it, and the treatments that can help. Understanding chronic fatigue Fatigue is more than the...
MyDoc Urgent Care in Forest Hills, East Meadow, Bronx, and Brooklyn, New York, provides comprehensive, top-quality medical services with the convenience of walk-in visits or same-day appointments. The MyDoc team offers a full range of care for people of all ages, including confidential testing and treatment for sexually transmitted diseases. Read what they have...
The CDC estimates that 50 million people in the United States suffer from allergies, and no matter how well you follow your allergy regimen, you can’t always avoid a reaction. Sometimes, you’re unaware you have an allergy until the hives, runny nose, or watery eyes begin. MyDoc Urgent Care in...
MyDoc Urgent Care is a full-service immediate care practice with locations in Bronx, Brooklyn, Forest Hills, and East Meadow, New York. Read what their team of emergency and family medicine specialists wants you to know about a cough that never seems to go away. Not all coughs are the same An occasional cough...
Occasional sleeplessness is a common experience for most people and the drowsiness, irritability, and mental fatigue you may feel the next day are only temporary. Frequent bouts of insomnia, however, can have a significant impact on your emotional wellbeing as well as your physical health. The team at MyDoc Urgent Care offers insight...
Children, and even some adults, may appreciate how they feel after spinning around long enough to induce dizziness. It’s also a common effect of many screamworthy carnival rides. Most people, however, prefer to avoid unexplained dizzy spells whenever possible. MyDoc Urgent Care is a full-service immediate care practice with locations...
Board-certified family and emergency medicine specialist Dr. Nabil Salib and his team at myDoc Urgent Care provide comprehensive diagnostic services and immediate medical care to individuals of all ages from locations in Forest Hills, Bronx, East Meadow, and Brooklyn, New York. Sniffly noses, asthma attacks, lacerations, and broken bones are...
Our specialty team at mydoc Urgent Care provides exceptional medical services to individuals of all ages from locations in East Meadow, Forest Hills, the Bronx, and Brooklyn, New York. We’re also committed to providing the information you need to make informed decisions about your health. Here’s what we’d like you...
To provide effective treatment for any illness, your physician must first identify the underlying cause of your symptoms. In the case of shortness of breath, this could range from a viral illness such as the common cold to worsening heart disease or a life-threatening asthma attack. Our team at MyDoc...
Dr. Nabil Salib and the team at MyDoc Urgent Care are well-known for their medical expertise and commitment to providing outstanding care to patients of all ages from four state-of-the-art immediate care facilities in New York. Read what these experts have to say about rising temperatures and when it’s time...
Headaches are so common that just about everyone can expect to experience one every now and then. When they occur frequently or last longer than expected, however, they can have a significant impact on your life. And sometimes, a headache signals a serious problem that’s best addressed by a medical...
About 80% of the American population should expect to experience an episode of back pain in their lifetime according to the US Library of Medicine. Fortunately, most back pain improves after a couple of weeks with conservative treatment like rest and over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications. Does that mean you should always...
Approximately 60% of women and 12% of men will develop a urinary tract infection (UTI) at some point in their lifetime according to the American Urological Association. Because it’s so common, you may be tempted to let a UTI run its course without medical intervention. But is that wise? The...
Headaches come in all shapes and sizes and affect children as well as adults. Most cause only temporary discomfort and are often linked to poor posture, dehydration, or stress. Even skipping a meal or two can bring on a headache. There are some headaches, however, that need a doctor’s attention....
The board-certified physicians at MyDoc Urgent Care provide outstanding medical care to New York residents of all ages from our family friendly offices in Forest Hills and East Meadow. Our services include the highest-quality treatments for a variety of illnesses, allergies, non life-threatening injuries, and routine wellness exams. As part...
Let’s get straight to the heart of it: When do you need to see a doctor for chest pain? There are many health problems that can lead to chest pain and most all of them warrant the attention of a medical provider, even if it’s just for peace of mind....
Led by board-certified internist and emergency medicine expert Dr. Nabil Salib, the specialty team at MyDoc Urgent Care is committed to providing the highest quality medical care available to residents of all ages in and around the New York communities of Forest Hills and East Meadow. Here at MyDoc, we...
Auto accidents can cause many different types of injuries — some more serious than others. In many cases, you can walk away from your accident feeling just fine even though you’re injured. That’s because your body goes into protective mode to allow you to get through your crisis. At MyDoc...
What Are STDs? STDs are sexually transmitted diseases. This means they are most often — but not exclusively — spread by sexual intercourse. HIV, chlamydia, genital herpes, genital warts, gonorrhea, some forms of hepatitis,syphilis, and trichomoniasis are STDs. STDs used to be called venereal diseases or VD. They are among...
Just about everybody at one point or another will experience abdominal pain. Most of the causes are not serious and can be readily diagnosed and treated. However, pain can also be a sign of a serious illness. It’s important to be able to recognize symptoms that are severe and know...
We offer prompt treatment and compassionate, quality care to help you get back to your regular routine as quickly as possible. Our providers treat a wide range of illnesses and injuries, including: Allergic reactions Asthma and COPD attacks (minor) Bloody noses Bronchitis Bruises Burns (minor) Colds, cough, congestion Cuts, abrasions,...
We believe in saving you time, money, and treating our patients like family. That’s why we work so hard, 365 days a year, making sure your family’s health can be taken care of in one place! Whether bringing your kids in for a yearly checkup, or making a surprise trip...
Heart and blood vessel disease — also called heart disease — includes numerous problems, many of which are related to a process called atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is a condition that develops when a substance called plaque builds up in the walls of the arteries. This buildup narrows the arteries, making it...
Allergies are among the most common chronic conditions worldwide. Allergy symptoms range from making you miserable to putting you at risk for life-threatening reactions. According to the leading experts in allergy, an allergic reaction begins in the immune system. Our immune system protects us from invading organisms that can cause...