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Clinician perception of the relationship between mental health, health-related social needs, and diabetes outcomes [Diabetes and endocrine disease]

Annals of Family Medicine

Objective: To understand how clinicians perceive and discuss the relationship between mental health, HRSNs, and health-promoting behavior with patients with diabetes. Consequently, clinicians may avoid these stigmatized topics and provide general recommendations that can’t be followed by patients.

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What Is Nutrition Counseling and How it Can Help You Achieve Your Weight Management Goals

Dr. Michael Bazel

Yet, for many people, weight management feels like an uphill battle. It takes into account several key factors: Health conditions: Properly managing health concerns like diabetes, high blood pressure, or digestive disorders. Weight management goals: Supporting efforts to lose, gain, or maintain weight effectively.

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The Role of Lifestyle Medicine in Reversing Early Chronic Disease

Edge Family Medicine

Chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and obesity can be effectively managed—and even reversed—through the six pillars of lifestyle medicine: nutrition, physical activity, restorative sleep, stress management, social connection, and avoidance of harmful substances. What is Lifestyle Medicine?

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What to Expect During a Primary Care Visit

Mesa Family Physician

A primary care visit is your chance to build a relationship with a provider who will oversee your general health. These visits may focus on preventive care, managing chronic conditions, addressing new concerns, or simply creating a baseline of your current health status. What Is a Primary Care Visit?

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Why Concierge, Concierge Doctor, and Concierge Medicine Are Revolutionizing Healthcare (And Why You Should Care)

Plum Health

Concierge medicine is a healthcare model that offers patients personalized care, better access to their doctor, and a more proactive approach to managing their health. This involves regular check-ups, lifestyle counseling, and a more thorough approach to managing risk factors. "A concierge doctor checking the medicine for the patients."

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Dr. Donovan Ogboh, DO Comes To Plum Health DPC July 2025

Plum Health

Donovan Ogboh is a board-certified family medicine physician with a dedicated interest in preventive care, sports medicine, pediatric care, women’s health, and the ongoing management of chronic conditions. Donovan Ogboh, you can enroll in our service, here. “ Making the decision to leave such a wonderful community was not easy.

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Discovering the Best Direct Primary Care in Michigan: A Personal Guide

Plum Health

Affordability: DPC can be more cost-effective than traditional insurance-based models, especially for those with chronic conditions or who need frequent check-ups. Services Offered: Consider the types of services you need, such as preventive care, chronic disease management, or mental health support.