Adolescence is a challenging time for the child and the parents alike. Our healthcare providers partner with their young patients and parents to guide choices related to nutrition, exercise, physical and emotional development and more. Here’s what to know about this important time of life so kids grow into happy, productive adults. Exercise and Nutrition
read more »Food Allergy Testing: Navigating Dietary Restrictions
If you suspect you are allergic to one or more foods or may be sensitive to ingredients or components of common menu choices, we encourage you to discuss food allergy testing with your healthcare provider. Testing can help you get a confirmed diagnosis and then a treatment and management plan in place. What Are Food
read more »Chronic Disease Management 101
Approximately 52 million Americans have at least one chronic disease. Advancing age only increases the chances of developing an issue such as hypertension, diabetes, arthritis, thyroid disease and others. If you or a loved one wish to live well with chronic disease but are not sure how to do it, read this blog to learn
read more »Yearly Tests People Need During Their Annual Physical Exams
Confused about the tests you may need at your annual physical? Which ones are essential to reveal hidden problems and to treat them as early as possible? Let’s take a closer look at annual physical examinations with your family medicine provider, its routine components, and what else your provider may recommend, depending on your age
read more »What You Should Know About Allergy Tests
If you’re one of those millions of Americans who have allergies and want to know the culprit of your allergy symptoms, you may want to undergo allergy testing. Allergy tests refer to a group of tests that can confirm whether a particular substance you touch, breathe, or eat is the cause of your allergy symptoms,
read more »How to Find the Best Adolescent Medicine Physician for Your Child
Adolescence is a period when growth and development are significant and impactful. That is why children in this age group are more prone to problems that affect their physical, mental, and emotional health and well-being. Seeing an adolescent medicine physician is a great way to help your child transition smoothly from childhood to adulthood. An
read more »Best Tips on Weight Loss and Management
If you have been trying to lose some excess weight, you’re like one of millions of Americans nowadays who wish to do the same. That being said, losing weight is often a difficult task to do alone. Not only do you have to change your lifestyle, but you need to commit to changing your lifestyle
read more »Checklist for Your Women’s Wellness Exam
Women of all ages are recommended to receive a wellness exam each year to ensure their reproductive and general health stays on track. These wellness exams are tailored towards the female body to reduce the risk of diseases like cancer or catching diseases in their early stages while they are still treatable or curable. If
read more »The Benefits of Childhood Vaccines in a Nutshell
Childhood is a time of rapid growth and development. It is also when your child is most susceptible to illnesses and infections due to weak immunity. Childhood vaccination is crucial to provide children with protection. Vaccines strengthen the immune system of the child and equip it with the necessary fighters (antibodies) to fight off infections.
read more »How a Medicaid Doctor Can Help You Get Ready for Medicaid Redetermination
Medicaid redetermination, otherwise known as Medicaid renewal, is a process in which the eligibility of Americans for Medicaid benefits is reviewed periodically to ensure that they still meet the requirements. In the Covid-19 pandemic, due to Public Health Emergency (PHE), Medicaid recipients could avail of the benefits of Medicaid coverage regardless of their eligibility. However,
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