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Q. Should I go to an Urgent Care center for help with my diabetes and high blood pressure? A. Diabetes is really a group of diseases involved with the ways your body metabolizes glucose (blood sugar). The chronic form of diabetes…

Q. How can I minimize  “Medicare Overload” during this year’s Annual Enrollment Period? A. As fall approaches, so does the deluge of Medicare information. Sometimes it can feel like an information OVERLOAD. With all the craziness going on in the world,…

Q. What is toenail fungus and how it is treated?  A. The scientific name for toenail fungus is: onychomycosis, which is when the nail gets invaded with fungi and the resulting nail infection causes the nail to become thick, deformed and discolored.…

Q. When Should You Think About a Senior Care Community for Your Loved One? A. Acknowledging that someone you love needs full-time care is hard. Recognizing that you can’t give them that care may be difficult as well. If you’re concerned about…

Q. What is periodontal disease and how serious is it? A. Periodontal disease is an infection of the gums that causes loss of bone around teeth. If left untreated, periodontitis can lead to tooth loss. Periodontal disease can be serious and…

Q. COVID-19 has had severe outcomes on people with compromised health. What can I do to prepare for a second wave or future pandemics? A. Great question and we have a personal answer. We both overcame bouts with COVID with comparatively minor…

Q. Why would I need a vascular surgeon if I have hypertension and/or diabetes? A. The primary treatment of hypertension and diabetes is medical, not surgical. With sound medical therapy and good control of these disorders, complications occur at a much lesser…

Q. When do hypertension and/or diabetes become serious enough to involve the services of a cardiologist? A. Management of essential hypertension and diabetes is usually within the purview of primary care physicians. So when is it appropriate for patients with these…

Q. Do pets need special care as they age? A. If you are a pet owner, it probably seems like yesterday when you brought that adorable kitten or puppy home. You remember it running around the yard with endless energy, exploring its…