Dog and Cat Bites
Author: Alison Sims, MD Summer is a great season to spend time with your furry friends outdoors. Dog parks and dog beaches are popular spots
Amphetamines for Adults with ADHD? by Lynn Stanton, M.D.
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition which starts during childhood and can continue into adulthood. Adults with ADHD display symptoms of inattention (i.e. difficulty focusing
Diverticulitis
Author: Nathan Kiskila, MD Question: Dr. Kiskila, what is diverticulitis?Answer: Diverticulitis is the inflammation of small pouches in the intestine, called diverticula. It can be
Hepatitis C by George Lindsey, M.D.
The Centers for Disease Control is now recommending that everyone in the U.S. born between 1945 and 1965 be tested for hepatitis C virus infection.
Food Allergies by Lynn Stanton, M.D.
A food allergy is a magnified immune response triggered by a specific food. The immune system is designed to defend your body from dangerous substances
A Brief Overview of Pre-Operation Physicals by Nathan Kiskila, M.D.
We see patients for pre-operation physicals and many of them share similar questions and concerns. Here is a brief overview of what is required before
The Benefits of Breastfeeding by Lynn Stanton, M.D.
Breastfeeding is one of the best ways to ensure a baby’s health and wellbeing. Breast milk contains antibodies that help protect the child from prevalent
Necrotizing Fasciitis (aka Flesh-Eating Bacteria) Part II: Diagnosis and Treatment by Dorcas M Eaves, M.D., M.S.S.
INTRODUCTION: In Part I of Necrotizing Fasciitis, my article focused on the history of the disease to include the first reported cases in medical journals
Battle of the Bulge by Alison Sims, M.D.
Unfortunately, as a leading developed country, the United States is losing the battle against obesity. It is a serious problem that not only increases