Dr. Jerold Fadem MD, ABIM, FACP, Internist
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Dr. Jerold Fadem MD, ABIM, FACP

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150 fairway dr rutherfordton N.C., 28139
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Dr. Fadem has dedicated thirty-three years of service to the medical field and has held his current role as Medical Director of Central Florida Injury INC. for ten years. Throughout his childhood, Dr. Fadem got to see the challenges his father was faced with throughout his career as a physician. His father was the founder of Central Florida Injury and that became a big influence in his life. Dr. Fadem never had a doubt in his mind about going to medical school, even as a child. His promise to be a great physician, like his father and his own dedication are the reasons for Dr. Fadem’s ongoing success. He dedicates everything he does to his family, who are constantly inspiring him to do better. Day to day responsibilities for Jerold Fadem, MD, include tailoring specific treatment plans for patients who need rehabilitation. He oversees all operations including patient and staff interaction.

Education and Training

University of Florida Medical Degree 1981

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Dr. Jerold Fadem MD, ABIM, FACP
Dr. Jerold Fadem MD, ABIM, FACP's Expert Contributions
  • The best way to combat obesity?

    Eat fewer calories and walk for 20-30 minutes most days of the week. Also, avoiding any "food" that is "WHITE" will definitely lead to weight loss (i.e., bread, flour, potatoes, sugar, pasta, dairy, etc.). This also means AVOID about anything sold at a 7-11 or other "convenience store." READ MORE

  • What are some possible home remedies to relieve discomfort from a sinus infection?

    Repeated inhalation of warm STEAM and sniffing salt water up into the sinuses (called sinus LAVAGE) through the nostrils many times daily can reduce sinus sx. READ MORE

  • What are the symptoms of Dengue fever?

    Dengue sx may include high fever, chills, sweats, rash, muscle pains, headaches and if worse can lead to skin bruising and other sites of bleeding if the PLATELET COUNT drops significantly--thereby preventing the blood from clotting normally and leading to bleeding. READ MORE

  • How is hepatitis C diagnosed?

    Blood test called a HEPATITIS C antigen test. READ MORE

  • Does diabetes make one feel very sleepy?

    Yes, as high sugar levels can make you feel tired and fatigued, and if the high blood sugars lead to dehydration and reduced BP and reduced brain blood flow, then sx can include tiredness, fatigue, sleepiness, and, if not treated quickly, can lead to coma and even death. READ MORE

  • Can a brain tumor be treated with interventional radiology?

    Yes, carefully directed radiation therapy and even proton beam therapy treatments can shrink tumor size or slow down tumor growth along with minimizing side effects, thus reducing sx and leading to increased survivability. READ MORE

  • Can I reverse my liver damage?

    If you do not already have CIRRHOSIS (a chronic liver disease), stopping ALL alcohol will likely improve your liver function. READ MORE

  • How long do swine flu shots last?

    The flu shot only lasts for ONE flu season, and is geared for the major type of flu that comes around once a year. Thus, it needs to be repeated annually. READ MORE

  • I have a small growth around my ankle. Could it be serious?

    Unfortunately, it is impossible to give you an optimal answer without seeing the growth and examining you. BUT -- if the lesion is NEW and seems to be getting larger, then the odds of it being something more serious is INCREASED. Therefore, I would advise you to have your primary MD examine you, or go to a dermatologist and have a real expert examine you in order to be 100% CERTAIN it is nothing serious. READ MORE

  • How do you predict when to have sex if you have PCOD?

    You don't! Thus, if you continue having unprotected sex, or if she does not take the "pill," then she COULD get pregnant. Even if she did NOT have PCOD, the "rhythm method" (which I guess you are doing) is NOT a real good birth control method! READ MORE

  • What happens when you are taking too many probiotics?

    I would NOT waste your money on "store bought" probiotics--as there is NO GOOD SCIENTIFIC DATA that they do any good in healthy people. Eating yogurt is just fine. READ MORE

  • Should I consider taking probiotics regularly?

    If you are healthy, I do NOT think there is real good scientific medical evidence that taking "store bought" PROBIOTICS does much for you. READ MORE

  • Does an internist work only in hospital settings?

    They can work as full-time "hospitalists" in the hospital, and also in the office setting. Many internist doctors do both! READ MORE

  • Why am I so depressed during my pregnancy?

    It is well known that pregnancy can cause DEPRESSION due to the HORMONAL CHANGES women experience when pregnant. If it is mild and very tolerable, then stick it out until you deliver. However, IF you have any serious symptoms, or are having suicidal or other abnormal thoughts, please tell your OB doctor right away. READ MORE

  • What is the connection between gout and eating non-veg?

    Certain foods to AVOID with gout include the following: 1) saturated fats 2) organ meats--liver, sweetbreads, etc 3) certain seafoods like anchovies 4) sweets, soft drinks Try to stick to complex carbs(fruits and veggies) and whole grains and lentils, small portions of very lean beef and chicken, drink lots of water, lose weight, and exercise. READ MORE

  • How can I prevent kidney stones from recurring?

    The SIMPLEST thing you can do is drink enough water daily to KEEP YOUR URINE CLEAR! But, if you have had FREQUENT, RECURRENT stones, then you also may need to see a urologist for some blood and urine tests in order to find out if you need to take any medication and/or go on some type of restricted diet. READ MORE

  • My husband works in a pathology lab. Should be undergoing some tests due to occupational hazards?

    He needs to do EXACTLY what the chief of the lab mandates that all staff do! ANY certified lab in the USA with have STANDARDIZED NORMS that all staff must follow in order to be employed there. One example of this is to wear UNIVERSAL PRECAUTION gowns/gloves/masks, etc., to protect against certain infections and to have HEPATITIS IMMUNIZATION--as this is a not uncommon infection that can be transmitted by blood/needle sticks in the lab. READ MORE

  • How are electrolyte imbalances treated?

    You must FIRST know just what "electrolyte" is out of balance. Common ones include high and low SODIUM levels, high and low POTASSIUM levels, high and low MAGNESIUM levels, and the same for CHLORIDE, BICARB, PHOSPHATE, and CALCIUM. So, have a talk with the doctor and have him/her explain the problem. Any good MD will GLADLY explain the situation to a son or daughter and provide the relevant diagnosis and treatment. READ MORE

  • Can you feel OK after getting hurt in a car accident and then feel worse the next day?

    it is VERY common for the PAIN from any musculo-skeletal trauma to be DELAYED for a number of days or rarely even weeks. It is unlikely that you have any potentially fatal injury (unless you are having worsening ABDOMINAL PAIN, which can be due to a ruptured SPLEEN or BOWEL and that could potentially be fatal). But, it very common for herniated discs or other anatomic injuries of the spine to result in DELAYED neck and/or back pain and other associated symptoms. A visit to your MD (or to an urgent care center) should answer any questions you might have and provide any necessary tests and/or treatment. READ MORE

  • Is there medication that can cure IBS?

    There is NO cure for IBS. BUT there are many treatment options to reduce symptoms. If diarrhea is prevalent, OTC medicines like Immodium, kaopectate, or even Pepto Bismol can be tried. Also, avoid any "trigger" foods that may cause diarrhea. Stress management (with or without medication) may also help. If the diarrhea remains intractable, newer drugs like VIBERZI or XIFAXIN can be prescribed. A frank discussion with your doctor (ideally a knowledgeable Internal Medicine specialist or a Gastroenterologist) will help develop a customized treatment plan. But keep in mind that treatment will be "trial and error" until an effective regimen is found. If constipation is prevalent, INCREASED DIETARY FIBER, INCREASED FLUID INTAKE, COFFEE, PROBIOTICS, and EXERCISE may help. If symptoms persist, then OTC drugs like SENNA, MIRALAX, or MOM will likely help. If CRAMPS and BOWEL SPASMS are frequent, drugs like HYOCINE, CIMETROPIUM, or BENTYL may help. READ MORE

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Awards

  • Teaching Attending of the Year Award 1984  
  • Highest Standard of Care Award Year  
  • Regional’s Attending of the Year Award Year  
  • Named one of America's Top Physicians Year The Consumer Research Council of America 
  • Two Star Designation for Quality and Efficient Care Year United Healthcare 

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