Francis Oswald, APN, AGACNP, MSN is a nurse in Camden, NJ specializing in hospital medicine (hospitalist) and emergency medicine. Francis Oswald, APN, AGACNP, MSN is affiliated with Cooper University Health Care, Jefferson Health, KENNEDY MEDICAL GROUP PRACTICE, P.C., Jefferson Washington Township Hospital, COOPER PHYSICIAN OFFICES PA, Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital and Jefferson Stratford Hospital.
1 Cooper Plaza
Camden, NJ 08103
18 E Laurel Road
Stratford, NJ 08084
2201 Chapel Avenue West
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
435 Hurffville - Cross Keys Road
Turnersville, NJ 08012
Mononucleosis (Mono)
Mononucleosis, frequently called ''mono,'' is a viral infection that causes fatigue, fever, swollen lymph glands, and sore throat. The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), spread through saliva, is the primary virus that leads to mono. Mono is most common in teenagers and young adults, where EBV is often transmitted through kissing or sharing drinks. For this reason, mono is colloquially referred to as ''the kissing disease.'' Mononucleosis usually resolves on its own; however, recovery from mono can take from several days to several weeks. Some young adults may continue to experience extreme fatigue from mono for months, often requiring a semester home from school.
Mononucleosis happens in three stages:
During the initial stage, those with mono may experience few symptoms as EBV replicates in the body. Symptoms such as headaches and body aches are often misattributed to allergies or stress. People with mono may continue performing their daily activities and attending school, leading to increased transmission of the virus to others. The initial stage lasts for about five to fourteen days.
During the acute stage, mono symptoms intensify and may include the enlargement of the spleen, a sore throat, fatigue, liver issues, and skin rashes. The mono infection is at its worst in this stage.
Lastly, the convalescent stage is when recovery begins. This period of healing can last from two to six months.
Mono can be detected by a physical exam; physicians can diagnose mono by checking for inflamed lymph nodes, tonsils, or spleens. Blood antibody tests may also help diagnose mono by revealing antibodies in the blood that were formed as a response to the Epstein-Barr virus. Elevated levels of white blood cells can also suggest that a patient has mono.
There are no medications specifically for mono or the Epstein-Barr virus, and patients are advised to rest and avoid strenuous exercise. Drinking plenty of fluids, eating a healthy diet, and taking anti-inflammatory ibuprofen (motrin) may also help people who are afflicted with mono feel better.
People with mono should take precautions to avoid spreading the condition to others. They can prevent infection by not sharing glasses, food, and utensils with others until they fully recover.
Volume of procedures performed by Francis Oswald, APN, AGACNP, MSN for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Francis Oswald, APN, AGACNP, MSN treated as a nurse in Camden, NJ were hospital care, inpatient care and outpatient care.
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He is certified by the Nurse Practitioner, Adult Gerontology Acute Care and has a state license in New Jersey.
Board Certification: Nurse Practitioner, Adult Gerontology Acute Care
Licensed In: New Jersey
Francis Oswald, APN, AGACNP, MSN is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Francis Oswald, APN, AGACNP, MSN appears to accept the following insurance providers: United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), QualCare, Aetna Medicare, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, CIGNA Medicare, Blue Cross Federal, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, GEHA, WellCare, AmeriHealth, AARP, MultiPlan, CIGNA Commercial, Geisinger Health Plan, US Family Health Plan, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Workers' Compensation, Cigna, Devon Health, TRICARE, First Health, WellPoint, Jefferson Health Plans (Medicare & ACA), Medical Assistance of New Jersey, Provider Partners Medicare, PA Health and Wellness CHC, Devoted Medicare, Medical Assistance of Delaware, Keystone First/CHC/VIP, Blue Card by BCBS, Medicare FFS, Medical Assistance of Pennsylvania, Independence Blue Cross - Various plans, Aetna Commercial - Excludes Marketplace Plans, UPMC, Aetna Better Health CHIP PA, Highmark Wholecare, Ambetter from PA Health and Wellness and Keystone First VIP.
According to our sources, Francis Oswald, APN, AGACNP, MSN accepts the following insurance providers:
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Mr. Francis Oswald works as an emergency medicine and hospital medicine (hospitalist). Areas of expertise for Mr. Oswald include hypertension (high blood pressure), influenza (flu), and osteoarthritis. He seems to honor Blue California, Coventry, and Geisinger Health Plan, as well as other insurance carriers. His professional affiliations include Jefferson Health and Cooper University Health Care. Jefferson Health reports that Mr. Oswald is closed to new patients at this time.
