Acoustic deprivation modulates central gain in human auditory brainstem and cortexMar 15, 2023Acoustic deprivation modulates central gain in human auditory brainstem and cortex.Continue reading →
Certain Philips Respironics Machines Recalled Due to Potential Health RisksSep 23, 2021FDA Safety Communication: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is alerting people who use Philips Respironics ventilators, BiPAP, and CPAP machines. Philips Respironics has recalled certain devices (see table below) due to potential health risks.Continue reading →
Vitale celebrates our Physician AssociatesMay 26, 2021AAPA House of Delegates Votes to Change Profession Title to Physician Associate Resolution Passes HOD by Majority Vote May 24, 2021 The AAPA House of Delegates (HOD) today passed a resolution affirming “physician associate” as the official title...Continue reading →
CDC Updates Mask Guidance For Fully Vaccinated PeopleMay 14, 2021COVID-19 vaccines are effective at protecting you from getting sick. Based on what we know about COVID-19 vaccines, people who have been fully vaccinated can start to do some things that they had stopped doing because of the pandemic.Continue reading →
How To Get Your Smell And Taste Back After COVID-19Mar 26, 2021The first sign of COVID-19 is often the loss of taste and smell, also known as anosmia, and even those without other symptoms have experienced this.Continue reading →
COVID-19 VaccineDec 31, 2020 Vaccine Update The vaccine is not widely available in Hillsborough County at this time. We expect to be able to accommodate appointments for the vaccine for priority groups the first part of January.Continue reading →
Critical Care COVID-19 Management Protocol. (updated 9-02-2020)Sep 10, 2020Critical Care COVID-19 Management Protocol (updated 9-02-2020) Prophylaxis While there is very limited data (and none specific for COVID-19), the following “cocktail” may have a role in the prevention/mitigation of COVID-19 disease.Continue reading →
Pasco County Executive Order Requiring Face Coverings – COVID-19Jun 28, 2020June 23, 202-Pasco County is seeing a sharp increase in the number of COVID-19 cases, including an increase in our younger population. In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19 Pasco County Administrator Dan Biles has issued an executive order...Continue reading →
AdventHealth announces FREE drive-up COVID-19 testing for 30 daysMay 04, 2020AdventHealth Center Ice , 3173 Cypress Ridge Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544 Pre Registar at AdventHealthCoronavirusTesting.com or call 866-694-5503 AdventHealth announces an additional location to offer drive-up COVID-19 testing for 30 daysContinue reading →
How to Protect Yourself from the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)Mar 31, 2020Know How it Spreads Illustration: woman sneezing on man There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. Continue reading →
How Coronavirus (COVID-19) spreadsMar 31, 2020How Coronavirus (COVID-19) spreads. COVID-19 is a new disease and we are still learning how it spreads, the severity of illness it causes, and to what extent it may spread in the United States.Continue reading →
Common Vocal Cord InjuriesAug 05, 2019One of the most important and underappreciated muscles in the body are the vocal cords. They are located inside the voice box (larynx) which is located at the top of the windpipe (trachea).Continue reading →
A Beginner’s Guide to CPAP MachinesJul 19, 2019Recent advances in medical technology have greatly improved the performance of CPAP, or continuous positive airway pressure, machines. These devices help people who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), allowing them to breathe more regularly at nightContinue reading →
Acid Reflux: Causes, Treatments, ComplicationsJul 09, 2019Our body produces a variety of fluids that work to break down and digest food. The role of stomach acid, or gastric acid, is to break down proteins by activating digestive enzymes.Continue reading →
Food Intolerance vs. Food AllergyJun 17, 2019Do you have an upset stomach after eating ice cream or get hives just from being in the same room as peanuts? It is a common mistake to confuse food intolerance with a food allergy but it is important to know which one you suffer from.Continue reading →
Ear Pain On Airplanes?Jun 04, 2019 Ear pain during flying could indicate several different conditions, some more serious than others. If you are a frequent flyer, you have probably experienced some type of ear pain, discomfort, or fullness during your travels.Continue reading →
Do I Need A Balloon Sinuplasty?May 21, 2019The Balloon Sinuplasty procedure was developed for people who suffer from chronic sinusitis. This condition causes inflammation of the sinuses, nasal blockage, and poor mucus drainage.Continue reading →
Recurrent Nosebleeds: Causes & TreatmentsApr 02, 2019Although nosebleeds seem simple and harmless, they can be the result of underlying health conditions that may require your attention. If you experience a nosebleed once in a blue moon, chances are there is nothing seriously at risk.Continue reading →
How Do Hearing Aids Work?Feb 20, 2019Hearing aids cannot restore normal hearing, but they can improve damaged hearing by amplifying soft sounds. Most are digital, and all are powered with a hearing aid battery.Continue reading →
Understanding Pollen AllergiesFeb 04, 2019If you are allergic to pollen and live in Florida, I have some sad news for you: pollen season is approaching, and it is going to be a bad one. Pollen counts are growing higher and higher every season, and this season is no exception.Continue reading →
Signs Pointing to Hearing LossJan 11, 2019 Hearing loss may be the result of genes, illnesses, aging, or overexposure to loud noises. People at any age can experience hearing loss, though it is mostly associated with older adults.Continue reading →
The Difference Between Allergies and SinusitisDec 15, 2018Symptoms of allergies and sinusitis are so similar that they are often mistaken for one another. Both can lead to a runny or stuffy nose for an extended period of time sometimes paired with facial pressure and pain.Continue reading →
What is Balloon Sinuplasty?Nov 20, 2018If you suffer from sinus infections, you know that antibiotics, decongestants, and steroids can do only so much. Balloon sinuplasty is a simple in-office procedure that gently expands the natural sinus openings to fix underlying drainage problems.Continue reading →
Solutions For Chronic Allergy SufferersOct 14, 2018Your allergy treatment is personalized to your specific medical history, the results of your allergy tests and how severe your symptoms are. Solutions can include three treatment types: avoiding allergens medicine options immunotherapy...Continue reading →
Halloween Cosmetic Events to Scare Those Wrinkles AwayOct 10, 2018Join us on October 31st for our Halloween cosmetic event to receive spooktacular discounts! We’ll also be offering exclusive fall discounts from Oct. 29 – Nov. 9. Continue reading →
5 Signs Of Hearing LossJun 30, 2018Think you might have hearing loss? It’s much more common than you might think. According to the Hearing Loss Association of America, it’s the third most common physical condition behind arthritis and heart disease.Continue reading →
10 Tips For Efficient Communication With The Hearing ImpairedApr 06, 2018Do you or does someone you love have hearing loss? The chances of the answer to that question being yes is pretty good since almost 48 million people in Florida and throughout the country are currently living with hearing loss.Continue reading →
Balloon Sinus Dilation Patient ExperienceAug 17, 2016Learn more about Balloon Sinuplasty and how it helped this Vitale Ear, Nose & Throat patient find relief from sinus infections and sinus pain.Continue reading →
How To Change The Wax Filter In Your Custom Hearing AidAug 09, 2016Watch this quick video from one of Vitale Ear, Nose & Throat’s Audiologist, where they discuss how to change the wax filter on your custom hearing aid.Continue reading →
How To Change The Battery In Your Custom Hearing AidAug 09, 2016This quick video shows you how to change the batteries in your custom hearing aids. For more hearing aid how-to videos, check out our blog!Continue reading →
How To Change The Wax Filter In Your Hearing AidAug 09, 2016How To Change The Wax Filter In Your Hearing AidContinue reading →
How To Change The Battery In Your Soundlens Hearing AidAug 09, 2016How To Change The Battery In Your Soundlens Hearing AidContinue reading →
How To Clean The Sound Lens In Your Hearing AidAug 09, 2016How To Clean The Sound Lens In Your Hearing AidContinue reading →
How To Change The Battery In Your BTE Hearing AidAug 09, 2016How To Change The Battery In Your BTE Hearing AidContinue reading →
New “No Touch” Technique for Breast Augmentation Reduces Chance of InfectionJul 08, 2016New “No Touch” Technique for Breast Augmentation Reduces Chance of InfectionContinue reading →
Breath Easy with New Sinus ProcedureJul 08, 2016Breath Easy with New Sinus ProcedureContinue reading →
Earwax ExplainedJun 15, 2016Our bodies are naturally equipped with many fascinating defensive mechanisms. One of these protective barriers takes the form of a waxy oil lining our ears.Continue reading →
Swimmer’s EarJun 15, 2016Whether you’re an Olympic swimmer or prefer to stay in the shallow end, you’re likely familiar with swimmer’s ear. As indicated by the condition’s nickname, swimmer’s ear is often the result of prolonged contact with water.Continue reading →
Acclarent Launches a Complete Ballon Sinuplasty System for Children Suffer From Chronoic SinusitisJan 31, 2014Acclarent, Inc. announced today the U.S. availability of the Relieva(R) Spin Balloon Sinuplasty System with the M-110C Sinus Guide Catheter Tip designed to access small and tight sinus anatomy in children and adults.Continue reading →
Hearing Loss and Brain Shrinkage With AgeJan 31, 2014WebMD News from HealthDay By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Jan. 28, 2014 (HealthDay News) — Older adults with impaired hearing may have a faster rate of brain shrinkage as they age, a new study suggests.Continue reading →
First Ever In Office Balloon Sinuplasty Performed in Pasco CountyJul 25, 2012Dr. Paul DiPasquale is the first ever physician in Pasco County to perform a new procedure called Balloon Sinuplasty by Acclarent.Continue reading →
Best Plastic Surgeon According to Tampa Tribune Readers!Jul 16, 2012CONGRATULATIONS to Dr. Paul DiPasquale for being the Gold Winner of the “BEST PLASTIC SURGEON” in East Pasco!! See us in the Best Of Section on Wednesday, August 22nd!! Congratulations to Dr. D!Continue reading →
Hearing Aid Financing Making Hearing Affordable!Jul 11, 2012Hearing Aid Financing Hearing Instruments can range from a around $1000 to several thousand dollars apiece. Since everyone’s hearing loss varies, sometimes the hearing help you need doesn’t fall within your budget but living with a hearing loss...Continue reading →
Microdermabrasion Summer Cosmetic SpecialJun 21, 2012Summer Cosmetic Special MICRODERMABRASION TREATMENTS Get Three (3) Microdermabrasion Treatments for only $99 Get beautiful more youthful looking skin this summer with a MicroDermabrasion treatment!Continue reading →
May is Better Hearing Month-Free Hearing ScreeningApr 26, 2012This annual event provides opportunities to raise awareness about communication disorders and to promote treatment that can improve the quality of life for those who experience problems with speaking, understanding, or hearing.Continue reading →
April AllergiesMar 26, 2012April is the season of Allergies!! Check out the latest “Ouchless” allergy therapies at Vitale Institute!! Read more about sublingual immunotherapy on our allergy section!Continue reading →