When I married nine years ago, I moved from the only town I’d ever lived in to a much larger one. If I became ill, I usually visited the doctor who could see me the quickest. However, when I met my current family physician, I never wanted to go anywhere else. This soft-spoken man was courteous, compassionate, and caring. Since that fateful first day when I visited him for agonizing headaches, I’ve considered this humble physician a friend that I can depend on. When I visit his office, I know that he will listen patiently to all of my complaints during an examination. Despite a demanding schedule, he will work tirelessly to diagnose my malady and treat it successfully. On this blog, you will discover the benefits of securing a family doctor that you can depend on in times of need. Enjoy and stay healthy!
Posted on: 25 September 2020
Caring for a loved one can add stress to any family. The time you could be enjoying their company is spent with the burden of handling their medical care. Hiring a home health care agency can alleviate that burden and gives you back your quality of life with those you love. In this article, you'll discover a few key aspects to ask about before hiring home healthcare services for your loved one. [Read More]
Posted on: 27 August 2020
If you have problems sleeping at night and don't know why, reach out to a sleep clinic for help. A sleep clinic may use a sleep study, or polysomnography, to diagnose the cause of your sleep disorder. Sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea, parasomnia, and insomnia, can affect your general health over time. Learn more about polysomnography and how you can benefit from it below. What's a Polysomnography? Many sleep clinics use studies like polysomnography to diagnose people who can't fall asleep or remain asleep at night. [Read More]
Posted on: 12 December 2019
If you have torn or pulled a tendon and you prefer a non-surgical approach to treatment, then you might be thinking of undergoing stem cell therapy. This treatment involves injecting stem cells, often derived from your own bone marrow, into the injury site. The stem cells transform into tissue-specific cells that heal the injured tendon and restore your function. Stem cell treatment is becoming more and more common, but as it is still a relatively new procedure, you may still be wondering what to expect as you undergo it. [Read More]
Posted on: 16 October 2019
Sleep apnea is a condition where a person may have highly irregular breathing while sleeping. In extreme cases, a person may regularly stop breathing and then restart breathing throughout the night. There are several treatment options for people with sleep apnea, but when those treatments do not work, surgery may be required. If you're suffering from severe sleep apnea and require surgery, you may be nervous, but most patients have very good outcomes, and understanding the recovery period can make things less stressful. [Read More]