Estie Mermelstein, MSN, FNP-BC

Estie Mermelstein, MSN, FNP-BC, earned her Master of Science in nursing from Columbia University School of Nursing. She has worked as a nurse in women’s health and as a nurse practitioner in family medicine. Estie also earned a Bachelor of Arts in journalism and was editor-in-chief of her undergraduate newspaper. She currently freelances in medical communications with a focus on clinician-facing content. She and her husband have three young children and live in New Jersey.

All articles by Estie Mermelstein, MSN, FNP-BC

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Genomic Similarities in Actinic Keratosis and Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma Found

Estie Mermelstein, MSN, FNP-BC

September 30, 2021

The largest AK whole-exsome sequencing study to date is reported on.

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Clinical Efficacy, Safety of Janus Kinase Inhibitors in Patients Hospitalized With COVID-19

Estie Mermelstein, MSN, FNP-BC

September 10, 2021

Investigators conducted a meta-analysis of 3 randomized controlled trials that compared the clinical safety and efficacy of janus kinase inhibitors with placebo or standard care for the treatment of patients with COVID-19.

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Eradication Therapy for Treatment of Helicobacter Pylori Infection Linked to Altered Gut Microbiota, Ghrelin Concentrations

Estie Mermelstein, MSN, FNP-BC

September 9, 2021

Investigators conducted a study to determine the relationship between gut microbiota and ghrelin concentrations among patients with positive Helicobacter pylori infection vs those with antigen-negative H pylori infection who received eradication therapy.

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Guidelines for Caring for Muslim Women Who Wear a Hijab

Estie Mermelstein, MSN, FNP-BC

September 8, 2021

Recommendations for the delivery of culturally sensitive healthcare for women who wear a hijab is provided.

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Updated Evidence-Based Management Guidelines for Actinic Keratosis

Estie Mermelstein, MSN, FNP-BC

August 31, 2021

A guideline on optimal actinic keratosis (AK) treatment based on the latest evidence for general AK management and for specific patient subgroups is provided.

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RSV and Parainfluenza Increase Hospitalization Risk in HIV-Exposed Infants

Estie Mermelstein, MSN, FNP-BC

July 30, 2021

As HIV-exposed, uninfected infants have higher rates of morbidity and mortality than HIV-unexposed uninfected infants, a study was conducted to analyze whether particular infections or immune responses contribute to hospitalization.