10 Weeks into COVID19

2020-07-16T21:04:46+00:00June 12th, 2020|

How to Prepare for a Successful Telehealth Visit After 10 weeks of Telehealth appointments, I want to share my observations and offer suggestions to make future appointments go more smoothly. Thank you to everyone for your patience during this transition. Switching from in-person appointments to Telehealth is an adjustment for all of us. We appreciate [...]

We Are Open: COVID19 Procedures at The Care Group

2020-07-16T21:10:13+00:00April 23rd, 2020|

During this challenging time, we are happy to report some good news. The Care Group can now open the doors and welcome back our patients into our office. This last month, we were bombarded with concern and gratitude from our patients. Thank you to everyone who helped us make a graceful switch to Telehealth [...]

Common Cold, Influenza and the Coronavirus

2020-07-16T21:39:33+00:00March 3rd, 2020|

I am asked almost daily what I think about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that can cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as what we are now seeing with this current outbreak. Although I’m not a viral expert, I can offer some [...]

Emergency Room, Urgent Care, or Primary Care?

2020-07-16T21:51:46+00:00December 17th, 2019|

Learn how to determine the best path to take in the event of an emergency. As we are about to embark on a new year it’s time to organize your medical records and set health goals. Scheduling an annual visit to your primary care should be at the top of your to-do list. Incorporating [...]

What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

2020-07-16T23:44:28+00:00May 9th, 2019|

Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS is a functional disorder of the bowel characterized by abdominal pain or discomfort associated with altered bowel movements. Bowel movements may tend towards constipation, diarrhea, or alternating constipation and diarrhea. Often there is bloating, excessive gas, and mucus in the stool. IBS is a common disorder affecting up to 10-15% [...]

Colostrum for a Leaky Gut

2020-07-17T04:22:03+00:00February 6th, 2019|

Colostrum, one of the main ingredients in our leaky gut protocol, is truly a miraculous substance. Colostrum is the first milk that is produced by all mammals just before giving birth. Compared with milk that is produced later, colostrum contains a higher concentration of proteins, growth factors, and antibodies. When newborn babies drink colostrum, it [...]

Are GMOs Creating Leaky Guts?

2020-07-17T04:34:17+00:00January 15th, 2019|

We talk a lot about digestive health in our practice and have a very successful protocol to correct what is commonly known as “leaky gut.” In leaky gut, the intestinal barrier breaks down and allows passage of undigested food particles, bacteria, and toxins into the body. Think of the small intestinal lining like a cheese [...]

Medical Students Enhance Your Patient Experience

2020-07-20T17:09:05+00:00March 21st, 2018|

In 33 years of private practice, the Care Group has evolved with the functional healthcare movement. As a physician, it’s my job to stay on top of the latest information to provide our patients with cutting-edge care. One way we strive to achieve this goal is through our student program. Over the years, our [...]

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