Family/Primary Care
Psychological Testing? What's That?
When something is wrong, most people go to their doctor and undergo various types of testing (blood work, vital signs etc.) before their doctor diagnoses… Continue Reading
I Have Picked a Few Pediatricians, Now What?
There are some obvious priorities when choosing a pediatrician like location, insurance, and reputation, but there are a few more things you might consider before… Continue Reading
Help For Irritable Bowel Syndrome
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common functional disorders of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract…. Continue Reading
The Annual "Physical" the Ultimate Preventive Health Tool, Or a Waste Of Time?
Do you really need an annual physical? My answer It depends on what you do at the “physical”. Physician groups, medical administrators, and insurance companies… Continue Reading
Spring Has Sprung In Virginia!
After a record-setting winter, paralyzing snow storms and icy conditions, most of us are ready for spring like never before! Mild sunny days, daffodils, and… Continue Reading
Know the 10 Signs Early Detection Matters
Your memory often changes as you grow older. But memory loss that disrupts daily life is not a typical part of aging. It may be… Continue Reading
Food, Chemicals and Your Brain
This month, I want to address chemicals found in processed foods and neurological health. Many of the studies about these additives were done on animals…. Continue Reading
Medical Alert Systems For When You Fall
Approximately 13.3 million people age 65 and older will experience a fall this year. On average that is one fall every 2.3 seconds. This doesn't… Continue Reading
Stress and a Glass of Water
Here is a lovely metaphor about stress; the author is unknown. While leading a seminar on the topic of stress management, a young lady confidently… Continue Reading
Our Children's Nutrition and Health
Obesity rates in the U.S. are significantly on the rise. Based on the 2000 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 15 percent of children age… Continue Reading
