A pacemaker keeps your heart beating with a normal rhythm, but not always pumping as efficiently as it should. In recent years, a new method of implanting pacemakers has allowed the heart to utilize its natural electrical pathway to function more efficiently. This is called cardiac physiological pacing (CPP) or…
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is the most common type of cardiac arrhythmia. It occurs in 1-2% of the general population and in over 10% of people over age 75. While not directly life threatening, AFib is serious because it puts patients at higher risk for a stroke. Overall,…
Are you worried about getting gestational diabetes while pregnant? Or are you living with type 1 or 2 diabetes and thinking about starting a family? A Family Medicine OB doctor can offer you essential support and guidance to keep your health on track throughout your pregnancy and beyond. Managing…
Prediabetes is a serious health condition where an individual’s blood sugar levels are consistently higher than normal, but they have not yet developed type 2 diabetes. Since prediabetes doesn’t have outward symptoms, people often do not show signs until the condition is in an advanced stage. So it’s important to…
Have you ever wondered if a colored spot on your skin is a mole… or could it be skin cancer? Being able to tell the difference between harmless moles and skin cancer could save your life, and early intervention is key. Paying attention to your blemishes is important for early…
There are many different types of arthritis –such as gout, psoriatic arthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis – but the most common form is called osteoarthritis, and it affects 32.5 million – around 12% – of adults in the United States. WWMG Rheumatologist Richard Jimenez, MD, explains that…
If you’ve ever received medical care and wondered how much your insurance will cover, you’re not alone. A document from your insurance company, the Explanation of Benefits (EOB), contains important information to help you understand what you might have to pay. EOBs can be confusing for many folks, and reading…
Today, one in five Americans has an sexually transmitted infection (STI). Some STIs can be cured with medication, while others can only be treated to manage symptoms, but not cured. Currently STIs are on the rise – in fact, the number of cases of sexually transmitted infections doubled in…
Have you ever had a rash or itchy skin? Many people experience skin conditions such as rashes, dermatitis, eczema, or psoriasis sometime in their lives. Although each type has unique causes and treatments, they all involve irritation of the skin and can impact a person’s quality of life. Understanding the…
When a healthcare provider recommends lab work, a common response from patients is, “Oh no, not needles.” That anxiety over having blood drawn often stops patients from really thinking about how much our blood tells us about the state of our health. Once blood is drawn, different laboratory tests can…
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