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How a lactation consultant can help you

Vida Family Medicine

This is where a lactation consultant can be very helpful! How can a lactation consultant help with your breastfeeding journey? A lactation consultant can recognize signs of these problems and refer you to the appropriate physician to diagnose and/or treat these conditions. Who should see a lactation consultant?

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A Guide to Allergy Testing

Mesa Family Physician

Skin Prick Test (SPT) Often considered the gold standard for diagnosing allergies, the skin prick test (also known as the scratch test) involves placing small amounts of allergens on your skin and lightly pricking the surface. Always consult a healthcare professional for accurate diagnosis and treatment options that suit your lifestyle.

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Vascular Ultrasound: What Is It and How Does It Work?

Vascular Physician

Whether you are showing signs of a vascular concern, have been diagnosed with a disease, or are striving to prevent a vascular illness from occurring in the future, a vascular ultrasound can give your healthcare provider a clear image of how well blood is flowing to the organs and tissues throughout your body.

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How to Choose the Best Hormone Doctor in Connecticut for Your Needs

Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

This lets you know that they are an expert in diagnosing and treating hormone conditions. Reviews provide information about how well the doctor explains diagnoses and treatment options, and how well they manage ongoing care. Schedule a consultation to get a true sense of whether or not a certain doctor will work for your needs.

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Personalized Diabetes Treatment Plans: How Connecticut Specialists Approach Care

Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

Every year in Connecticut, about 17,000 adults are diagnosed with diabetes, a serious chronic condition. Have a Diabetes Consultation Your first visit with a diabetes specialist may involve a physical exam. They can offer extra support, like a referral to a diabetes self-management education and support (DSMES) program.

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Endocrinology Near Me: Finding the Best Hormone Specialists in Connecticut

Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

If you’ve been diagnosed with an endocrine disorder, like diabetes or an underactive thyroid, or have symptoms that you worry are caused by a hormone imbalance, you may be considering seeing an endocrinologist. Endocrinologists are doctors who specialize in diagnosing and treating endocrine system disorders. What is an Endocrinologist?

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Advanced Imaging of Children in the ED: Ultrasound, CT, and MRI

PEMBlog

And I think that when we’re faced with a child who has one of these diagnoses, that’s where we need to weigh the risks and benefits. A lot of times when we consult a service, it’s a resident who might be at another hospital. They’re not just the test referral center. Nobody wants to miss an appendicitis.

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