A cardiologist is a doctor with advanced training and knowledge in diagnosing, treating, and preventing vascular disease (in the blood vessels) and heart disease. Heart disease is the number-one cause of death in the United States for both men and women, so cardiologists play an important Read More
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Primary Care Providers vs. Urgent Care
Your primary care provider is the first person to call when an unexpected health issue arises. After all, most people establish a long-term relationship with their general practice doctor and staff. But, because illness can strike at any time of the day or night – not just during regular office Read More
What Causes Foot Pain?
Our feet keep us moving, so when our feet hurt, it affects us right away. Our feet are complex structures, with 26 bones, 33 joints, and dozens of tendons, and ligaments – so, not surprisingly, there are a large number of different causes of foot pain. What follows are some of the most common Read More
9 Tips for Staying Healthy per a Primary Care Physician
Practicing a healthy lifestyle can make life more enjoyable, allowing you to thrive and live a long life. But making healthy choices isn't always the easiest thing to do. Many times, the difficult part is finding the time and energy to exercise or to prepare healthy meals. But taking the extra Read More
Generic Causes of Hearing Loss
Many Americans experience hearing loss at some point in their life. There are three main types of hearing loss that can develop: sensorineural, conductive, and neural. The causes of these types of hearing loss can vary, as well as the level of hearing loss. Below, we explore the three types of Read More
Why Your Doctor May Recommend a Colonoscopy Before Age 40
When you turn 40, it’s a good time to re-evaluate your health and your lifestyle. Some of your habits up to this point may have been good and healthy, but most of us have a history of not living the healthiest of lifestyles. Your doctor may have very good reason to recommend a colonoscopy even if Read More
Trouble Sleeping? There’s a Long-Term Solution for You
Sleep deprivation and insomnia are much more serious than many people believe. Not getting enough sleep will affect your mental, emotional, and physical health. If you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, it may have something to do with your lungs and/or breathing habits. If you Read More
When to See a Pulmonologist
We all know the feeling of being winded or short of breath. It can happen when you exercise, play a pickup basketball game with your kids or friends, or even jog up a flight of stairs. But if you experience breathing issues that cause light-headedness or dizziness, it can be a sign of something Read More
More Than Cosmetic Surgery: What Could Breast Surgery Mean?
Women are choosing breast augmentation surgery – more than any other type of cosmetic surgical procedure – to improve how they feel about their physical appearance, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. More than 300,000 breast augmentation procedures were done in 2017, which is 3 Read More
Are You Eating Enough?
When it comes to the American diet, the question usually is, “are you eating too much,” with the focus is on eating less, reducing calories and fat, and making healthy choices. But for a number of Americans, the question isn’t about eating too much, but rather, eating enough. The concern here isn’t Read More
