Many Thanksgiving foods and traditional holiday fare get a bad reputation for being unhealthy. Every year at this time, the conversation becomes how to limit weight gain and what foods should be avoided. Let’s change the dialogue. Healthy holiday foods do exist! Oftentimes, it’s more productive (and less stressful) to focus on the positive, so […]
We can’t overstate the importance of an annual wellness checkup. This important appointment allows us to evaluate your overall health and assess whether or not you have chronic health conditions such as diabetes or high cholesterol. While a primary care physician can provide these services, there are several additional benefits in seeing an internal medicine […]
Cholesterol isn’t all bad. You’ve probably heard about the difference between good and bad cholesterol. Good cholesterol can go a long way toward reducing your heart attack risk and removing bad cholesterol from your system. Bad cholesterol can cause plaque to build up in your arteries over time. Regular cholesterol testing is very important to […]
Choosing the best supplements to take for general health isn’t all that easy. A “simple” shopping errand to pick up vitamins has turned into a confusing visit to decipher the difference between a myriad of brands, supplements and herbal remedies. More than half of Americans—68 percent—take some type of dietary supplement, according to the Council […]
Nutrition isn’t just one of the most important aspects to a healthy life—it’s also one of the most misunderstood. We’re bombarded with so much information, from books to infomercials to websites, that many “facts” actually have no basis in truth. This is one reason that we believe it’s important to give our patients extensive access […]
In 1913, a veteran of Greece’s medical corps arrived with his wife in New York City. Neither of these immigrants spoke English, and between them they had only $250 to start their new life. Despite having a medical degree, George Papanicolaou had to take any job that was available—so his employment included stints as a […]
We want you to ask questions. In today’s busy world, everyone is rushing from one event to another. However, time with your internal medicine doctor or general practitioner should never be hurried. Seeking — and heeding — health care advice is vital for your health. However, some patients may not know what to ask. Therefore, we’ve compiled a list […]
Migraines are not mere headaches: They are a serious, debilitating condition that affects 1 in 4 U.S. households. Twelve percent of the population suffers from migraines, making it the third most prevalent illness in the world, according to the Migraine Research Foundation. What makes a migraine different from a bad headache? A migraine is a neurological […]
While one in three Americans has high blood pressure, only 54% are effectively treating their condition. Complications from high blood pressure contribute to 1,000 deaths a day, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The disease is often called “the silent killer” because it doesn’t show any obvious symptoms. However, failure to receive treatment will place you […]
It’s a moment that causes everyone to hold their breath. An athlete is down. He ran to the basket to make a slam dunk and landed on his ankle. He winces in pain. On standby, a physician runs onto the court to give an initial assessment. Crowds from both sides cheer when the player bravely […]