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

Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

When you’re living with diabetes, thyroid disease, osteoporosis or another hormonal condition, working with the right hormone doctor is crucial for getting the care you need and staying healthy. For example, an endocrinologist might specialize in a condition such as diabetes or infertility or focus on treating children.

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Winning the Battle Against Obesity – Digital Health Visions

The Medical Futurist

Obesity increases the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease, it can affect bone health and reproduction, and it also increases the risk of certain cancers. Kate and her GP schedule monthly check-ins to discuss her progress, address any challenges, and adjust the treatment plan as needed. In 2022, 2.5 Why is this a problem?

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Accessing Pediatric Endocrinology Online in Canada

Dr. Zaar

Ongoing Monitoring: When it comes to chronic conditions like diabetes or growth hormone deficiencies, regular check-ins are essential. The doctor will go over medical history, symptoms, lab results, and create a treatment plan. If you don’t have full coverage, private insurance might help with costs.

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The US Healthcare System vs…….South Park ?!?!

Noreta Family Medicine

For instance, in May, I prescribed a diabetic medicine for a patient. The patient was unable to pick up the medicine due to the cost (about $1800), so I prescribed the other diabetic medicine in the same class. I called the insurance company to give them a piece of my mind, and magically the price went down at the pharmacy.

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

Plum Health

One of my favorite success stories involves a patient who had a strong family history of diabetes. In a concierge model, however, I had the time to help him develop a proactive health plan. We focused on diet, exercise, and regular monitoring—and years later, he still hasn’t developed diabetes. What is Concierge Medicine? "A

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Hyberbaric Oxygen Therapy

Vascular Physician

HBO therapy has been shown useful in limb preservation by improving oxygen flow to complex diabetic foot and ischemic limb ulcers as well as osteomyelitis, and necrotizing fasciitis. Typical treatment protocols for leg ulcers involve one or two treatments daily for a total of 20 to 40 treatments.

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Michigan's Best Primary Care: Here’s Why It's a Game Changer for Your Health!

Plum Health

It’s where you turn for regular check-ups, advice on staying healthy, and help with managing any chronic illnesses like diabetes or hypertension. Whether you’re dealing with diabetes, hypertension, asthma, or another long-term condition, your primary care doctor will help you create a plan to manage it effectively.