Prevent diabetic foot problems with these easy care practices
For many people, a blister or ingrown toenail would be a minor nuisance, painful for a few days, but then…
3 common misconceptions about palliative care and hospice
Most people are unfamiliar with the term “palliative care” and often confuse it with hospice. Palliative care and hospice services…
Why Taking Thyroid Supplements is a Bad Idea
The thyroid is an organ located in the front of the neck that’s involved in several major bodily functions. Breathing,…
Stents work to reduce chest pain—but are they better than drugs?
For years, patients with angina (chest pain) caused by blockages in the arteries have been treated with medications. When medications…
Celebrated Physician: Kevin Handy, MD
With the alarming rise in the abuse of prescription and non-prescription opioids dominating the headlines, many medical professionals may be…
What your eyes can tell you about your health beyond how well you see
An old saying goes, “The eyes are the window to the soul.” Though my work as an oculoplastic surgeon (a…