The heart is, above all else, a pump, says Dr. Davide Michael DeBellis of our Internal Medicine Division. “It beats, on average, 72 times a minute everyday of our lives, and it does so regularly, silently and without complaint.” Like any pump, he says, it needs to be primed to work well, and for the […]
Alzheimer’s disease affects over 6 million individuals and their families in the US, leaving an indelible mark on their lives. The impact of this progressive neurological disorder is far-reaching, affecting not only the individuals diagnosed but also their loved ones who witness the slow fading of cherished memories and cognitive abilities. Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease Alzheimer’s […]
We are now in prime time for outdoor activities, and while being outdoors is healthful in so many ways, it is not without its hazards: Insect bites and sunburns become common problems in the summer. Most bee, wasp and hornet stings can be treated at home, and don’t require a doctor visit. If the person […]
You may call the period from Memorial Day to Labor Day “summer,” but physicians call it “kidney stone season.” Approximately 1 in 10 Americans will develop a kidney stone at some point in their life. The risk for men is almost double that for women, and the prime time to have a first stone is […]
Congratulations to Premier Urologist – Dr. Kevin Carnes for completing his first Barrigel cases! Barrigel® is the only prostate spacer that can be sculpted in place to create an anatomical fit and further minimize the potential side effects of prostate radiation therapy. For men diagnosed with prostate cancer, there are several good treatment options available. […]
Premier Medical Group – GI Division providers – Dr. Farah Toyserkani, Dr. Madhavi Gaddam, Dr. Zana Nikolla, Dr. Simona Meca and Dr. Elizabeth Williams were featured in this month’s Healthy Lifestyles publication to promote the importance of screening and preventative care for women. Premier is proud to have five board-certified female gastroenterologists on our team, […]