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Ask the Expert: Healthy Nutrition in the New Year

Ask the Expert: Healthy Nutrition in the New Year

Looking back at the first month of the New Year, many of us have been happy to breathe a sigh of relief that the stress of the holidays is over,…

Ask the Expert: How to Find Joy in Your Holidays and Learn to Stress Less

Ask the Expert: How to Find Joy in Your Holidays and Learn to Stress Less

Holiday markets, twinkling lights, lively shows, festive music, bustling stores, beautiful decorations, and so many lists! December has officially arrived with its usual mix of promise and pressure. As the…

Let’s Talk About Menopause

Let’s Talk About Menopause

Menopause is considered a passage for women. But many of my patients have unanswered questions about what they experience as they go through it.  Unnecessary stigmas prevent us from discussing…

Ask the Expert: Family Health History and Why It Matters

Ask the Expert: Family Health History and Why It Matters

Family health history is one of the most important but overlooked aspects of maintaining good health. It is the single most informative data available to help you understand your risk…

Understanding Your Risk for Breast Cancer

Understanding Your Risk for Breast Cancer

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and understanding your own breast cancer risk is a crucial step to being proactive about your health. Women are aware that screening for…

Ask the Gynecologist: Understanding Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)

Ask the Gynecologist: Understanding Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)

What is PCOS?Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex metabolic and hormonal condition.It is often underdiagnosed in many women and unfortunately could lead to many reproductive and health implications. In…

COVID-19 Monthly Update: August 2021

COVID-19 Monthly Update: August 2021

Delta Variant There are a number of updates on the coronavirus front, as you all are no doubt noticing. The Delta variant, which was first identified in India in December,…

Ask the Gastroenterologist: Explaining the Mystery of Women’s Gut Health

Ask the Gastroenterologist: Explaining the Mystery of Women’s Gut Health

As a female gastroenterologist who specializes in women’s digestive health, many women ask me similar questions, especially as they age. In this article, I address FAQs that commonly arise, and…

Ten Tips for Staying Safe in the Summer Sun

Ten Tips for Staying Safe in the Summer Sun

Recently, I went to see my dermatologist, and she noticed a small area on my leg which didn’t look right. She did a shave biopsy. It turned out to be…

COVID-19: Delta Variant Update

COVID-19: Delta Variant Update

The Delta variant which first appeared in India and has now been identified in 96 countries, has now become the dominant strain in the United States, representing more than half…

7 Tips for Headache Prevention

7 Tips for Headache Prevention

Headaches are a leading cause of time spent out of commission–time you were going to use to get work done, go to the gym, spend time with family, but instead…

The Impact of Your Fitness Level on Overall Longevity

The Impact of Your Fitness Level on Overall Longevity

In 2019, a simple fitness test caught headlines in the Washington Post with the provocative title, Can this test tell you how long you’ll live? The test itself is simple,…

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