1) Do I need an annual physical?

As many of you know Medicare does NOT cover annual physicals... so the question is do you really need ... Read More »

Obtaining family history from parents and siblings who aren't very forthcoming about their medical history can be tricky. A new tool from the Department of Health and Human Services may make ... Read More »

I just got a call from the producers of the show thanking us for the great response!

The have booked everyone they need for this week and asked permission to reach out to the DS community ... Read More »

There is no uncertainty when it comes to crushing substernal chest pain, severe abdominal pain or a fainting episode, get yourself to the ER or call 911.  There are symptoms, however, that ... Read More »

Primary brain tumors arise from different cells of the central nervous system. Distinguish this in your mind from secondary brain tumors which are those originating elsewhere in the body that ... Read More »

What are they and why do we care? Probiotics are microorganisms that have beneficial properties for the host (that's us). Probiotics are an important way we can alter intestinal ... Read More »

I am often called in the middle of the night by patients who have woken up with hives, a high fever or itching and don't have access to common remedies all of us should have in our medicine ... Read More »

For almost three years you have seen my posts in many communities and I have been able to jump in to discussions when possible. Well, because Dailystrength has grown we are trying a new format to ... Read More »