It’s no secret that heart disease is the number one cause of death of Americans, and an EKG is a simple test to help determine problems with the heart that could lead to a heart attack. While today’s patients have more access to information about heart healthy living than ever before, there are still a […]
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 […]
March is National Nutrition Month Let’s all take a quick break from the Madness to check in on our nutrition status. March is the perfect time for a nutrition gut-check (pun intended): it falls right between clearing out the last of the holiday leftovers and getting ready for that well-deserved beach vacation. This year’s theme […]
There are over 120 medical specialties and subspecialties. Therefore, sometimes it can be difficult to determine which one can best suit your health care needs. Often, this confusion centers around the services of an internal medicine physician. While there are some similarities, there are some notable differences between internal medicine and other specialties. First, let’s look at […]
Here we are again at the beginning of a new year: a time full of setting goals and making plans for the year ahead. Focus shifts back to health for many of us after getting sidelined during a busy holiday season. The challenge is to harness that focus and turn it into action. It’s easy […]
The statics are staggering enough. Heart disease claims 800,000 American lives every year. In 2017, that equated to roughly 1 in every 3 deaths. On average, one person dies of cardiovascular disease every 40 seconds. The United States isn’t alone—globally 31 percent of all deaths are due to some type of heart disease, according to […]
Halloween is already over. Thanksgiving is quickly approaching. The most wonderful time of the year is almost upon us! For many, healthy eating falls to the wayside while we’re busy decorating, shopping, traveling, and spending time with family. With a little planning and a few easy tricks, we can make it through the season with […]