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Your Trusted Internal Medicine & Lifestyle Medicine Practice in Albany, NY
Cntr For Prev. Med, has dedicated over 30 years to practicing Internal and Lifestyle Medicine, combining evidence-based traditional medicine with cutting-edge preventive strategies. Our practice specializes in addressing chronic conditions through personalized lifestyle modifications, including weight management, cholesterol reduction, and diabetes prevention. We emphasize one-on-one patient care, offering 24/7 accessibility and extended appointments to ensure comprehensive health solutions.Our approach integrates advanced cardiovascular risk assessments, nutritional guidance, and community-based programs like Prevent It Now! to reduce medication reliance. With a focus on precision medicine and patient education, we empower individuals to achieve optimal health outcomes through sustainable lifestyle changes.
Services
Weight Reduction
Blood Cholesterol Reduction
Heart Disease Risk Assessment
High Blood Pressure Reduction
Diabetes Prevention
Sleep Apnea Reversal
GERD Management
Smoking Cessation
Preventive Medicine
Lifestyle Medicine
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7/365 direct access to your physician via phone or text
- Our practice provides extended, unhurried appointments tailored to individual needs
- We specialize in evidence-based lifestyle interventions for chronic disease prevention
- Our team includes a registered dietitian with 30+ years of experience
- We implement advanced cardiovascular risk assessments and precision medicine approaches
Associations and certifications
- Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP)
- American College of Lifestyle Medicine
What people say
Exceptional doctor
Personalized attention
Improved health
Extremely knowledgeable
No wait times
Services
Weight Reduction
Our weight reduction program combines personalized dietary plans with lifestyle modifications to address obesity-related health risks. We offer evidence-based approaches including high-protein/low-carb and plant-based diets, supported by 18 years of clinical experience showing average 15lb loss in 12 weeks. The program emphasizes sustainable weight maintenance through Mediterranean diet principles and portion-controlled meal replacements.
Cholesterol Reduction
This service focuses on lowering LDL cholesterol through dietary interventions and lifestyle changes. We employ advanced testing methods and risk assessment tools to create individualized plans that may reduce or eliminate statin requirements. Our approach combines nutritional guidance with targeted exercise recommendations to achieve optimal cardiovascular health outcomes without medication side effects.
Diabetes Prevention
Our diabetes prevention program uses comprehensive metabolic assessments to identify pre-diabetic conditions. Through personalized nutrition plans, exercise regimens, and lifestyle modifications, we help patients reduce diabetes risk by 57% with just 5% body weight loss. The program includes regular monitoring of blood sugar levels and Hgb A1c testing to track progress and adjust interventions as needed.
Sleep Apnea Reversal
This specialized program addresses obstructive sleep apnea through weight management strategies and oropharyngeal exercises. We combine lifestyle modifications with continuous monitoring to improve sleep quality and reduce reliance on CPAP machines. The treatment plan includes dietary interventions, positional therapy, and sleep hygiene education to achieve lasting improvements in respiratory function.
GERD Management
Our GERD management program focuses on non-pharmacological approaches to acid reflux. We implement dietary modifications, meal timing adjustments, and positional therapy to reduce symptoms without proton pump inhibitors. The treatment includes identifying trigger foods, optimizing eating patterns, and implementing lifestyle changes to address the underlying causes of gastroesophageal reflux.
People
Paul E. Lemanski
Founder & Physician
Board-certified internist with 30+ years of experience, specializing in lifestyle medicine. Holds a Master's in Human Nutrition from Columbia University and serves as Assistant Clinical Professor at Albany Medical College. Developed multiple evidence-based prevention programs for cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
Questions
What services will be available after your transition to a concierge practice?
Our concierge practice will continue offering comprehensive internal medicine services, lifestyle medicine programs, chronic disease management, and preventive care with enhanced accessibility and personalized attention.
How does the Prevent It Now! program work?
This 12-week program combines dietary guidance, exercise plans, and lifestyle modifications to address chronic conditions. Led by Dr. Lemanski and a registered dietitian, it focuses on reversing disease processes through evidence-based lifestyle interventions.
Will insurance still cover any services?
While we no longer bill insurance directly, your insurance will still cover labs, imaging, specialists, and hospital services. The concierge membership includes office visits and virtual consultations.
What are the benefits of the concierge membership?
Benefits include 24/7 physician access, unlimited virtual visits, priority scheduling, extended appointments, and personalized preventive care plans tailored to your specific health needs.
How can I schedule an appointment before the transition?
Current patients can contact our office directly at 518-722-0099. New patients can join our waiting list or attend informational sessions about the concierge transition.
What happens if I choose not to join the concierge practice?
We'll help transition your care to another provider, continue medication refills until October 11, 2025, and ensure smooth coordination with your new healthcare team.
