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An even, appealing smile has never been easier to get at a dental center, not far away in Stamford, Connecticut. Achieve a youthful look with clear plastic trays, called aligners that do the work of metal braces without the shine. Combined with state-of-the-art, sophisticated 3D software employed by your Stamford dentists, this technology delivers straight smiles to most adults and mature teens.

The benefits of Invisalign are due to the medical-grade plastic that you can even remove the trays for short periods of time to eat, drink, brush, and floss.

You can enjoy your favorite foods with Invisalign. Go ahead, eat that apple. There is no intrusion of brackets and wires. The smooth surfaces of the plastic provide your cheeks and tongue a comfort level unlike any other form of orthodontics.

Gentle Straightening for Crooked Teeth
Invisalign pain is nearly non-existent. The slight discomfort you initially feel is due to the mild pressure on your teeth as they move. For the best and fastest results, Invisalign candidates must be willing to wear the aligners as much as possible, even approaching 24 hours a day.

Read more: https://www.stamforddentalarts.com/invisalign/

Stamford Dental Arts
44 Strawberry Hill Ave, Suite 1,
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 504–8745

Web Address:
https://www.stamforddentalarts.com/

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https://plus.codes/87H83F68+PM Stamford

Nearby Locations:
Ridgeway | Strawberry Hill | Glenbrook | East Side Of Stamford | Downtown
06905 | 06902 | 06906 | 06901, 06905

Working Hours:
Monday: 2:00 pm — 8:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am — 4:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am — 4:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am — 8:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am — 4:00 pm
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

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Types of Dental Bridges

A bridge can be either fixed or removable. Fixed bridges are the most common, but they necessitate crowns on both sides. These crowns are hollow, and the bridge attachment is permanently cemented into the crowns by your dentist. The artificial teeth are implanted between the crowns. A removable bridge is called a denture and is anchored by metal clasps.

Maryland bonded bridges are primarily used to replace missing front teeth. Metal wings on these resin-bonded bridges attach to your existing teeth. Traditional fixed bridges are the most common and have a lifespan of up to 15 years or more. However, when attached to dental implants, a permanent bridge can last for more than 20 years.

Read more: https://www.stamforddentalarts.com/dental-bridge/

Stamford Dental Arts
44 Strawberry Hill Ave, Suite 1,
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 504–8745

Web Address:
https://www.stamforddentalarts.com/

Our location on the map:

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https://plus.codes/87H83F68+PM Stamford

Nearby Locations:

Ridgeway | Strawberry Hill | Glenbrook | East Side Of Stamford | Downtown
06905 | 06902 | 06906 | 06901, 06905

Working Hours:
Monday: 2:00 pm — 8:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am — 4:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am — 4:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am — 8:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am — 4:00 pm
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

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The information provided on this site is intended to educate the reader about certain medical conditions and certain possible treatment. It is not a substitute for examination, diagnosis, and medical care provided by a licensed and qualified health care professional. If you believe you, or someone you know suffers from the conditions described herein, please see your health care provider immediately. Do not attempt to treat yourself or anyone else without proper medical supervision.

 What Is BV?

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the name of a condition in women where the normal balance of bacteria in the vagina is disrupted and replaced by an overgrowth of certain bacteria. It is sometimes accompanied by discharge, odor, pain, itching, or burning.

How Common Is Bacterial Vaginosis?
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the most common vaginal infection in women of childbearing age. In the United States, BV is common in pregnant women.

Professional Gynecological Services
3047 Brighton 6th Street #1,
Brooklyn, NY 11235
(718) 743–7877

Web Address: https://www.thewomenschoice.com/ 

Manhattan Beach Office: https://www.thewomenschoice.com/brighton-beach-gynecologist-nyc/ 

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https://plus.codes/87G8H2HQ+C9  Brooklyn

Nearby Locations:
Manhattan Beach:
Brighton Beach | Manhattan Beach | Coney Island | Gravesend | Sheepshead Bay
11235 | 11224 | 11223

Working Hours:
Mon — Fri: 8:00 AM — 6:00 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM
Sun: Closed

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The information provided on this site is intended to educate the reader about certain medical conditions and certain possible treatment. It is not a substitute for examination, diagnosis, and medical care provided by a licensed and qualified health care professional. If you believe you, or someone you know suffers from the conditions described herein, please see your health care provider immediately. Do not attempt to treat yourself or anyone else without proper medical supervision.

What Is Trichomoniasis?
Trichomoniasis is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD) that affects both women and men, although symptoms are more common in women.

How Common Is Trichomoniasis?
Trichomoniasis is the most common curable STD in young, sexually active women. An estimated 7.4 million new cases occur each year in women and men.

 

Professional Gynecological Services
3047 Brighton 6th Street #1,
Brooklyn, NY 11235
(718) 743–7877

Web Address: https://www.thewomenschoice.com

Manhattan Beach Office: https://www.thewomenschoice.com/brighton-beach-gynecologist-nyc/

Our location on the map: https://goo.gl/maps/v5NnmgrcGbz3bGLP7

https://plus.codes/87G8H2HQ+C9 Brooklyn

Nearby Locations:
Manhattan Beach:
Brighton Beach | Manhattan Beach | Coney Island | Gravesend | Sheepshead Bay
11235 | 11224 | 11223

Working Hours:
Mon — Fri: 8:00 AM — 6:00 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM
Sun: Closed

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Professional Gynecological Services, former Manhattan Beach OGBYN, comprised of a group of physician assistants and doctors board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology, providing highly comprehensive care in a safe, compassionate, and friendly environment. We welcome you to our Brighton Beach office for convenient and expert OBGYN care. If you’re a first-time patient, make an appointment today and receive 5–10% off.

Professional Gynecological Services
3047 Brighton 6th Street #1,
Brooklyn, NY 11235
(718) 743–7877

Web Address: https://www.thewomenschoice.com

Manhattan Beach Office: https://www.thewomenschoice.com/brighton-beach-gynecologist-nyc/

Our location on the map: https://goo.gl/maps/v5NnmgrcGbz3bGLP7

https://plus.codes/87G8H2HQ+C9 Brooklyn

Nearby Locations:
Manhattan Beach:
Brighton Beach | Manhattan Beach | Coney Island | Gravesend | Sheepshead Bay
11235 | 11224 | 11223

Working Hours:
Mon — Fri: 8:00 AM — 6:00 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM
Sun: Closed

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A molar pregnancy is an abnormal pregnancy, which results from abnormal fertilization. The molar pregnancy itself is not dangerous, but if left untreated inside of the uterus it will lead to a uterine cancer, called choriocarcinoma. This means that molar pregnancy is also a precancerous condition. A molar pregnancy is also known as hydatiform mole.
As mentioned before a hydatiform mole results from an abnormal fertilization. During this abnormal fertilization, the tissue that normally forms the fetus and the placenta, in molar pregnancy will form an abnormal cystic mass. The cysts have a characteristic form of grapes.
There are two types of molar pregnancy:

– complete
– incomplete

The Difference Between a Complete and Incomplete Mole
Both complete and incomplete mole will result from an abnormal fertilization.
An complete one results from the fertilization of two spermatozoids and an egg which has no genetic material, while an incomplete mole results from the fertilization of two spermatozoids and a normal egg. The embryo created in this case will have 69 chromosomes instead of 46 chromosomes that a normal embryo has.
A complete mole only consists of a cystic mass with a characteristic form of a grape, while an incomplete mole has also fetal parts together with an abnormal cystic mass.
Both complete and incomplete mole will not lead to creation of a normal embryo and development of a normal fetus. In an incomplete molar pregnancy the embryo will begin to develop but it is malformed and can’t survive.

Professional Gynecological Services
14 Dekalb Ave, 2nd Floor,
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 875–4848
Web Address: https://www.thewomenschoice.com

Our location on the map: https://goo.gl/maps/FVeCkjLkTZNiu5c16

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Brooklyn

Nearby Locations:
Brooklyn:
Downtown Brooklyn | Clinton Hill | Prospect Heights | Gowanus | Cobble Hill
11201| 11238 | 11217

Working Hours:
Monday: 9 AM — 5:45 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM — 4:45 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM — 5:45 PM
Thursday: 9 AM — 4:45 PM
Friday: 9 AM — 4:45 PM
Saturday: 9 AM — 11:30AM
Sunday: Closed

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At Professional Gynecological Services we believe that patients may have a wide array of questions prior to having a termination of pregnancy. As medical providers our job is to facilitate answers to all those questions.

The following information has been designed to answer the most common questions that you may have. We invite you to read the information below carefully and want you to feel free to speak live with any of our trained medical assistants by calling 718.875.4848.

Abortion Facts

Most terminations of pregnancies are performed during the first trimester of the pregnancy. Therefore, the procedure becomes one of the safest outpatient procedures in the United States. It is eight times safer than a vaginal delivery. At Professional Gynecological Services, our complication rates are very low because of our qualified physicians and staff as well as the cleanliness and sterility throughout our office.

Each year, almost half of all pregnancies among American women are unintended. About half of these unplanned pregnancies, 1.3 million each year, are ended by abortion.

There are many myths and misconceptions about who gets abortions, and why. The fact is that the women who have abortions come from all racial, ethnic, socioeconomic and religious backgrounds.

Read more: https://www.thewomenschoice.com/surgical-abortion/

 

 Professional Gynecological Services

14 Dekalb Ave, 2nd Floor,
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 875–4848
Web Address: https://www.thewomenschoice.com

Our location on the map: https://goo.gl/maps/FVeCkjLkTZNiu5c16

https://plus.codes/87G8M2Q9+W3 Brooklyn

Nearby Locations:
Brooklyn:
Downtown Brooklyn | Clinton Hill | Prospect Heights | Gowanus | Cobble Hill
11201| 11238 | 11217

Working Hours:
Monday: 9 AM — 5:45 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM — 4:45 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM — 5:45 PM
Thursday: 9 AM — 4:45 PM
Friday: 9 AM — 4:45 PM
Saturday: 9 AM — 11:30AM
Sunday: Closed

Payment: cash, check, credit cards.

 

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  • MedTech ESG reporting is transitioning from compliance to strategic value creation
  • Increasingly MedTech leaders recognise ESG's role beyond compliance, focusing on sustainability and social responsibility
  • The significance of ESG criteria in healthcare procurement decisions is increasingly acknowledged
  • MedTech leaders are embracing circularity, energy efficiency, and waste reduction to differentiate their companies, capture market share and add value
 
The Shifting Landscape of ESG Reporting in the MedTech Industry
 
The MedTech industry is witnessing an evolution in its attitudes and practices regarding ESG reporting. ESG, short for environmental, social, and governance reporting, encompasses a set of standards defining criteria within these areas. These criteria serve as benchmarks for socially conscious individuals and stakeholders to evaluate the ethical stance of organisations. In their analysis, those engaging in investments are increasingly integrating these non-financial factors to assess both risks and growth prospects. Once considered primarily as a means of compliance, ESG reporting is now emerging as a strategic imperative for value creation and differentiation. This transformation reflects a broader societal shift towards sustainability, ethics, and responsible corporate behaviour. However, despite this momentum, the MedTech sector faces challenges and opportunities in fully integrating ESG considerations into its operations.
 
In this Commentary
 
This Commentary describes the evolving landscape of ESG reporting within the MedTech industry, highlighting its transformation from a compliance-driven activity to a strategic imperative for value creation and differentiation. We mention how increasing pressure from stakeholders and a broader societal shift towards sustainability have influenced this change in mindset, despite the sector's historical focus on regulatory compliance and product innovation. Through insights from recent surveys and industry analysis, we uncover the growing recognition of ESG's relevance among healthcare providers and the opportunities it presents for MedTech leaders to differentiate their enterprises. Additionally, we address the challenges faced by the industry in fully integrating ESG considerations into its operations, ranging from complex supply chains to regulatory constraints. Finally, we make some suggestions for enhancing the effectiveness of ESG reporting, emphasising the importance of standardisation, enhanced disclosure, and investor engagement. Through this exploration, we describe some actionable insights for MedTech leaders navigating the shifting landscape of ESG reporting to drive sustainable growth and long-term value creation.
 
Navigating the Evolving Landscape of ESG Reporting in MedTechs

Historically, the MedTech industry has lagged sectors like industrials and technology in prioritising ESG reporting. While these industries have long recognised the importance of sustainability and ethical business practices, MedTechs have traditionally focused more on regulatory compliance and product innovation. However, recent years have witnessed a significant change in this narrative.
 
Driven by increasing pressure from investors, customers, and regulatory bodies, the industry is now acknowledging the importance of addressing sustainability and social responsibility concerns. This shift in mindset is further driven by the realisation of the potential impact of MedTech products and operations on environmental and social issues. Despite progress, the industry grapples with challenges such as complex supply chains, regulatory constraints, and unique ethical dilemmas inherent in healthcare delivery.
 
A recent (2023) survey undertaken by Bain, a consulting firm, underscores the growing recognition of ESG's significance among healthcare providers. The findings reveal a widespread anticipation of an uptick in the importance of ESG criteria in procurement decisions over the next five years. Notably, while certain factors like corruption, transparency, and employee safety are already deemed essential, others such as diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental sustainability are positioned to gain prominence.
 
In this rapidly changing ecosystem, MedTech companies have an opportunity to distinguish themselves by embracing ESG initiatives that deliver tangible value. Practices such as circularity [production and consumption, which involves sharing, reusing, and repairing existing materials and products], energy efficiency improvements, and waste reduction resonate strongly with customers across different regions. Moreover, the Bain research highlights a spectrum of ESG leadership among MedTech companies, suggesting room for differentiation and competitive advantage.
 
As ESG continues to increase in importance, industry leaders should consider adopting a proactive approach to value creation. This involves strategic decisions on meeting minimum requirements to mitigate risk while also investing in areas that exceed industry standards. By focusing on selected areas of ESG differentiation, companies can not only win over procurement leaders but also capture significant market share in the evolving environment of healthcare procurement.
 
ESG Reporting in MedTechs

For MedTechs, ESG reporting serves the purpose of ensuring socially responsible and sustainable operations while driving healthcare innovation. Environmental concerns involve minimising waste, energy consumption, and carbon emissions, as well as encouraging eco-friendly materials and sustainable packaging practices. Social considerations encompass labour practices, diversity and inclusion, community engagement, and the imperative of prioritising employee wellbeing while maintaining standards across supply chains. Governance pertains to internal policies, leadership structures, transparency, and accountability mechanisms, ensuring ethical behaviour and regulatory compliance. By integrating ESG principles, enterprises not only mitigate risks but also enhance their reputation, attract investors, and contribute positively to society and the environment while advancing healthcare innovation. ESG reporting is pivotal for MedTechs, showcasing accountability, transparency, and sustainability efforts. It enhances reputation and trust among stakeholders, aids in effective risk management, provides access to capital, drives innovation and competitive advantage, ensures regulatory compliance, and fosters shareholder engagement. Ultimately, ESG reporting aligns financial performance with positive social and environmental impacts, supporting MedTech's pursuit of sustainable growth and long-term value creation for all stakeholders.
 
Challenges in ESG Reporting

The absence of standardised frameworks and metrics hinders comparison of ESG performance among MedTech companies, making it difficult for stakeholders to assess sustainability and social responsibility accurately. Without clear standards and oversight, there is a risk of greenwashing where companies exaggerate or misrepresent their environmental or social initiatives to appear more responsible than they are, undermining the credibility of ESG reporting. Despite its increased emphasis, some MedTechs provide limited or selective information, particularly regarding social and governance practices, complicating stakeholders' ability to gauge a company's societal impact fully.
 
Implementing effective ESG reporting faces several challenges, including cost and complexity. It can be expensive and resource-intensive, particularly for smaller companies with limited budgets and capacity. It requires investment in data collection, analysis, and reporting systems, as well as specialised expertise to interpret and communicate ESG performance effectively. Furthermore, ESG ratings and assessments frequently involve subjectivity and depend on various methodologies and criteria, resulting in discrepancies and confusion among those involved. This absence of standardisation presents challenges for investors, consumers, and other interested parties in accurately comparing the ESG performance of various companies.
 
Furthermore, ESG reporting is largely unregulated, allowing companies to choose what and how they disclose information, leading to inconsistencies in reporting practices and undermining the credibility and reliability of ESG disclosures. Conflicts of interest, such as consulting relationships between rating agencies and the companies they evaluate, may influence ESG ratings and assessments, raising concerns about objectivity and independence. Data collection can be challenging, particularly for MedTechs with complex operations and supply chains, requiring robust data collection processes, verification mechanisms, and transparency in reporting practices.
 
Integrating ESG considerations into business strategy and decision-making entails alignment across various functions and levels of the organisation, which can be demanding, particularly if ESG goals clash with short-term financial objectives or if there is limited comprehension of the business case for sustainability. Effective ESG reporting also demands meaningful engagement with various parties, including investors, employees, customers, communities, and civil society organisations. However, practices related to engaging stakeholders may exhibit inconsistencies or inadequacies, resulting in gaps in understanding and addressing key ESG issues.
 
Tackling these challenges necessitates concerted efforts from companies, investors, regulators, and other interested parties to enhance transparency, standardisation, and accountability in ESG reporting practices. This might entail establishing industry-wide standards and guidelines, reinforcing regulatory oversight, improving data quality and verification processes, and promoting increased collaboration and engagement among involved parties.
 
Enhancing the Effectiveness of ESG Reporting

To enhance the effectiveness of ESG reporting and leverage it as a strategic tool for positive change and to add value, consider: (i) Fostering the development and adoption of standardised frameworks and reporting guidelines for ESG disclosure. Collaborate with industry associations, regulatory bodies, and standard-setting organisations to promote consistency and comparability in ESG reporting practices. Support initiatives aimed at harmonising its requirements across jurisdictions to streamline compliance and enable meaningful cross-border comparisons. (ii) Advocate for stronger regulatory mandates regarding ESG disclosure, including the mandatory reporting of material ESG risks, opportunities, and performance indicators. Encourage your company to provide detailed and transparent ESG disclosures, encompassing quantitative data, targets, and progress toward sustainability objectives. Promote the adoption of integrated reporting frameworks that merge financial and ESG information to offer a comprehensive view of your company's performance and value creation. (iii) Develop educational programmes and training initiatives to underscore the significance of ESG factors in decision-making, risk management, and the establishment of long-term strategic value. Cultivate productive dialogue and interaction between your company and interested parties on ESG matters, encouraging avenues for shareholder resolutions, proxy voting, and direct engagement with board members and management. Advocate the integration of ESG considerations into investment processes, asset allocation strategies, and stewardship activities, including the integration of ESG criteria into investment policies and portfolio construction.
 
By implementing these recommendations, stakeholders can collaborate to bolster ESG reporting practices, enhance transparency and accountability, and foster sustainable business approaches that deliver enduring value for investors, companies, and society at large.
 
Takeaways

The MedTech industry is experiencing a shift in its approach to ESG reporting, moving beyond compliance to embrace it as a strategic tool for value creation and differentiation. This transformation reflects a broader societal trend towards sustainability, ethics, and responsible corporate behaviour. While historically lagging other sectors in prioritising ESG reporting, recent years have seen MedTech companies recognising the significance of sustainability and social responsibility, driven by pressure from investors, customers, and regulators. Despite facing unique challenges such as complex supply chains and regulatory constraints, the industry is increasingly acknowledging the potential impact of its products and operations on environmental and social issues. The growing recognition of ESG's relevance, as evidenced by surveys indicating its increasing importance in procurement decisions, underscores the need for companies to embrace ESG initiatives that deliver tangible value. By focusing on areas such as circularity, energy efficiency, and waste reduction, MedTechs can differentiate themselves in the market and gain a competitive advantage. Furthermore, there are opportunities for leaders in the field to proactively invest in surpassing prevailing standards, thus seizing market share, and fostering sustained value creation in the evolving landscape of healthcare procurement. As ESG continues to rise in importance, embracing these principles will not only enhance the reputation and sustainability of MedTech companies but also contribute to positive societal and environmental outcomes.
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Professional Gynecological Services is a comprehensive women’s healthcare facility. Our highly skilled and trained professionals specialize in providing complete gynecological care and New York abortion clinic services in a comfortable, private and supportive environment. We are located in the heart of Brooklyn with easy access from Manhattan. If you’re a first-time patient, make an appointment today and receive 5–10% off.

Professional Gynecological Services
14 Dekalb Ave, 2nd Floor,
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 875–4848
Web Address: https://www.thewomenschoice.com

Our location on the map: https://goo.gl/maps/FVeCkjLkTZNiu5c16

https://plus.codes/87G8M2Q9+W3 Brooklyn

Nearby Locations:
Brooklyn:
Downtown Brooklyn | Clinton Hill | Prospect Heights | Gowanus | Cobble Hill
11201| 11238 | 11217

Working Hours:
Monday: 9 AM — 5:45 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM — 4:45 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM — 5:45 PM
Thursday: 9 AM — 4:45 PM
Friday: 9 AM — 4:45 PM
Saturday: 9 AM — 11:30AM
Sunday: Closed

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Endometrial Polyp is out-pocket of tissue that sticks out of the innermost lining of the uterus. They are often seen in women in their 40s and 50s. The inner-most lining of the uterus is known as the endometrium, hence the name endometrial polyps (Read also: Endometrial Ablation). These polyps are also referred to as uterine polyps and are made up of fibrous tissue and blood vessels from the endometrium. Endometrial polyps tend to come in different sizes, and may measure just a few millimeters or more than a few centimeters in size.

Polyps in the Uterus
Banner Endometrial PolypThe polyps are of two types, pedunculated and sessile. While the former have a pedicle or stalk that fixes them to the uterine wall, the latter are flat based. Pedunculated polyps tend to occur more often than the sessile polyps. The peduculated endometrial polyps often jut out through the cervix and into the vagina due to their longer shape. The color of the polyps is red or brown like the endometrium, but they may also appear dark red especially if large.

Some women may have a single endometrial polyp, while others may have multiple polyps in the uterus. Nearly 10% of women are estimated to have endometrial polyps in the uterus. Additionally, polyps are the primary cause of irregular vaginal bleeding in 25% of the women experiencing this symptom. Though most uterine polyps are benign or non-cancerous in nature, around 0.5% are cancerous. Hence, they do have a possibility of turning into cancerous growths and need to be investigated thoroughly.

Professional Gynecological Services
1478 Victory Blvd Ste 2,
Staten Island, NY 10301
(718) 442–3434

Web Address:
https://www.thewomenschoice.com/
Staten Island Office: https://www.thewomenschoice.com/staten-island-gynecologist-nyc/

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https://plus.codes/87G7JV7P+CV Staten Island

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Castleton Corners | Sunnyside | Emerson Hill | Todt Hill | Manor Heights
10314 |10301 | 10304 | 10310

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Monday — Friday: 9 AM — 7 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

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