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How to Manage Chronic Diseases for a Healthier Life: Expert Tips from Edge Family Medicine

Edge Family Medicine

Taking Control of Your Health with Chronic Disease Management Chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and COPD can be challenging, but at Edge Family Medicine , we specialize in helping patients regain control of their health.

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Deprescribing Super Special III: Constance Fung, Emily McDonald, Amy Linsky, and Michelle Odden

GeriPal

Summary Transcript CME Summary Its another deprescribing super special on today’s GeriPal Podcast, where we delve into the latest research on deprescribing medications prescribed to older adults. Eric 00:04 And Alex, we ve got another deprescribing super special with us today. This is Eric Widera. Alex 00:03 This is Alex Smith.

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Why I don’t do “weight loss” as a primary care physician

Vida Family Medicine

From specialized obesity clinics to online services offering quick prescriptions, the options can feel overwhelming. While losing weight is often suggested to lower the risk of chronic conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, or heart disease, the risk of prescribing weight loss is overlooked.

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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

Internists manage a wide range of conditions, including chronic illnesses like hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease, as well as acute issues such as infections or injuries. Internist : Specializes in adult medicine. They are trained exclusively to treat adults and often handle more complex conditions.

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Rethinking Opioid Conversions: Mary Lynn McPherson and Drew Rosielle

GeriPal

And really, the best that had ever been looked at, especially in our population and sort of a cancer serious illness population. I expect my colleagues to know that there’s a large amount of sophisticated, nuanced knowledge that all of us who do high risk pain management for seriously ill patients need to be aware of.

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Your First Line of Defense Against Illness

Mesa Family Physician

Preventive Care: Your First Line of Defense Against Illness When it comes to your health, waiting until something goes wrong isn’t the best approach. Instead, adopting a preventive mindset can help reduce your risk of illness, improve long-term outcomes, and even limit the need for more serious interventions. Are they the same?

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Why Regular Check-ups Matter: Preventive Care at Mesa Family Physicians

Mesa Family Physician

Arizona’s climate and lifestyle present specific health considerations that our Mesa-based medical professionals are specially trained to address. For Mesa residents dealing with these ongoing health challenges, regular visits to Mesa Family Physicians ensure that your condition remains well-controlled and complications are minimized.