The term burnout is all too familiar in the medical world. Long hours, emotional exhaustion, and the pressure to be everything for everyone often lead physicians to a breaking point. But what if we could redefine what success looks like in medicine? What if being a great doctor didn’t require sacrificing our health, peace of mind, or… Continue reading Redefining Success: From Burnout to Balance in Medicine
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Longevity Lessons from My 85-Year-Old Dad 🕊️
As a doctor focused on longevity, I often reflect on the incredible lessons my 85-year-old dad has taught me about what it truly takes to live a long, healthy, and fulfilling life. His life is a living testament to the power of simple yet profound principles that promote health, happiness, and peace. Today, I’m sharing… Continue reading Longevity Lessons from My 85-Year-Old Dad 🕊️
Constipation is a common side effect of GLP-1 agonists like tirzepatide or semaglutide.
These drugs work by mimicking the hormone GLP-1, which helps regulate blood sugar and appetite by slowing gastric emptying. This delayed emptying can reduce hunger and help with weight loss but may also contribute to constipation by slowing the movement of food through the digestive system, known as ‘transit time.’ To help alleviate constipation, here… Continue reading Constipation is a common side effect of GLP-1 agonists like tirzepatide or semaglutide.
Tips to Lower Cholesterol: A Functional Medicine Approach
Cholesterol management is an essential part of maintaining heart health. As an internist practicing functional medicine, I believe in a comprehensive approach that goes beyond traditional cholesterol markers to include a deeper understanding of individual risk factors like Lp(a) and Apo B. This allows for a more personalized strategy that aligns with your unique health… Continue reading Tips to Lower Cholesterol: A Functional Medicine Approach
Essential Health Tests Every 30-Year-Old Woman Should Consider: The Curated Care Approach
Turning 30 is a milestone that often brings new priorities, including a greater focus on long-term health. Even if you’re feeling great, this decade is a crucial time to establish a strong foundation for your future well-being. At Curated Care, we believe in proactive, personalized healthcare that goes beyond the basics. In this blog, we’ll… Continue reading Essential Health Tests Every 30-Year-Old Woman Should Consider: The Curated Care Approach
Effective Strategies to Lower Blood Pressure: A Functional Medicine Approach to Prevention and Longevity
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called the “silent killer” because it can develop without noticeable symptoms but significantly increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other serious conditions. As a Board Certified Internist practicing Functional Medicine, I emphasize the importance of prevention and longevity in managing blood pressure. In this blog, we’ll… Continue reading Effective Strategies to Lower Blood Pressure: A Functional Medicine Approach to Prevention and Longevity
Why Comprehensive Lab Testing is Essential for Optimal Health: The Curated Care Approach
At Curated Care, our goal is to go beyond merely treating symptoms; we aim to uncover the root causes of health issues and optimize your overall well-being. One of the most powerful tools at our disposal is comprehensive lab testing. Unlike standard panels that offer a limited snapshot, comprehensive testing provides a deeper understanding of… Continue reading Why Comprehensive Lab Testing is Essential for Optimal Health: The Curated Care Approach
Underutilized Tests in Traditional Medicine
When we contemplate primary care, many of us feel uninspired. The fortunate few enjoy enduring relationships with primary care physicians who not only tend to them during times of vulnerability but also support them along their preventive health journey.
When Mainstream Doctors Journey Upstream: Lessons Learned in Prevention
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the demand for precision medicine (aka longevity care) rooted in primary care is palpable. However, the supply often falls short, hindered by various challenges including a shortage of primary care physicians—particularly those impassioned by preventive medicine. 1. Meeting the Demand Primary care today is synonymous with managing chronic diseases—a… Continue reading When Mainstream Doctors Journey Upstream: Lessons Learned in Prevention
Navigating Perimenopause
Symptoms of perimenopause/menopause include tiredness, low energy, sleep disturbance, low libido, and vaginal dryness. Women struggle with these symptoms for years and often turn to different wellness experts for answers and treatments that don’t address the root cause of the symptoms.