Dr. Jerold Fadem MD, ABIM, FACP
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150 fairway dr rutherfordton N.C., 28139About
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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What can be done for my mother's high blood pressure?
Some actions your mother could take (without medication) and/or things to be aware of and possibly avoid in order to lower her blood pressure include the following: 1) *Weight loss* (this may be simplest by reducing or avoiding the "white" foods - SUGAR, FLOUR, BREAD, POTATOES, PASTA, MILK PRODUCTS - and, of course, the common foods that contain these, commonly known as "junk food" or "sweets," which include candy, cookies, cakes, chips, soft drinks, ice cream, etc.) 2) *Exercise* may also help your mother lose weight, and as little as 20-30 minutes 3-4 times a week of brisk walking may help 3) *Stress reductio* and exercise helps to reduce stress as well as lower BP 4)*NSAIDS* drugs like ibuprofen(Advil) and naproxen (Aleve) can raise the BP 5) *Other dugs* like decongestants (common ones include Afrin, Neo-synephrine, and various "cold medicines") or steroids (like prednisone) can also elevate BP READ MORE
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineAwards
- 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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