October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, as part of this annual campaign, our goal is to increase understanding and educate our patients about breast cancer, screening, and prevention. In this article, we will try to answer some basic questions about breast cancer so that you can have a better understanding, including what breast cancer is, Read More
Women’s Health
Women have a plethora of unique needs and we are here to meet them. We will work with you and connect you to our colleagues that share our vision for women’s health so that you have a community of experts to support you, from family planning to menopause.
We have male and female providers to provide patients with a choice, and our female registered dietitian has an extensive background working with pregnant and postpartum women.
Important Health Screenings for Women Over 40
Annual appointments with your primary care doctor are important. Yearly exams and tests can help find problems before they start, or at early stages when they are easier to treat. While some health screenings are important no matter what age or gender you are, such as blood pressure and cholesterol tests, for women over 40 Read More
Need Exercise? Reasons Why Women Over Forty Should Start Walking.
Has it been a while since you’ve exercised regularly? Do you have a hard time fitting fitness into your busy schedule? Are you over 40 and concerned about menopausal weight gain? Are you looking for an easy way to add some physical activity to your life? You might want to start walking! Walking is a Read More
What is Family Medicine?
While looking for a primary care physician you’ll encounter a few different types of medical practices to choose from, family medicine, Internal medicine, OB-GYN, or pediatric medicine. Primary care includes preventative medical services like cancer or diabetes screenings, diagnosis and treatment of injuries or illnesses, and management of chronic long-term conditions, like high blood pressure. Read More
National Birth Defects Prevention Month
January is National Birth Defects Prevention Month, a time dedicated to providing information on birth defects, prevention or risk reduction, and where to seek help if you have concerns about birth defects. The CDC estimates that 1 in 33 babies are born with a birth defect in the United States every year. Depending on the Read More
National Mammography Day
As a part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, today we recognize National Mammography Day. A day that serves as a reminder that the best defense against cancer is early detection and we encourage women to schedule their annual mammograms. What is a Mammogram? A mammogram is an important first step in the early detection of Read More
What is Breast Cancer Awareness Month?
According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is celebrated every October, it is a time when we work to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer and show our support for those affected by it. What is Read More
Healthy Mom, Healthy Baby – Good Nutrition during Pregnancy
While a well-balanced healthy diet is always beneficial, it’s especially important during pregnancy. Not only is good nutrition during pregnancy essential for your baby it can also help to ease some of the discomforts of pregnancy such as nausea and constipation. Benefits of a Healthy Diet for Mom and Baby Appropriate Weight Gain – Most Read More