We typically think of high blood pressure as a problem for adults, but 3.5% of children in the United States have been diagnosed with high blood pressure or hypertension. Pediatrician...
An ingrown toenail can cause a lot of pain, especially in children. There are different causes for an ingrown toenail, but the most common are tight shoes. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy...
Medicine, like the human body, is a universal science. But a difference in language can create a barrier between physician and patient. How do we navigate something so universally similar...
You need to urinate but it鈥檚 hard, if not impossible, to go. Should you make a trip to the ER? Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen says it depends on...
Vision loss impacts every aspect of a person鈥檚 life. Facing these challenges alone can lead to a lot of adverse psychological effects. Lisa Ord, from the patient support program at...
Early miscarriage, or spontaneous abortion, is common鈥攖he most common complication in pregnancy. Approximately one million American women experience a loss of pregnancy in the first twelve weeks. OB/GYN Dr. Kirtly...
If you find yourself gasping for air while exercising, you could be out of shape鈥 or it could be a sign of something more serious. Dyspnea is what鈥檚 known as...
Warts are raised, round, rough growths on the surface of the skin. They are very common and most people have dealt with one at some point. Warts usually go away...
Dizziness is one of the most common complaints primary care physicians treat. There are many different types of dizziness, each with its causes and treatments. Dr. Tom Miller shares how...
Medical school is tough enough without feeling like you're not good enough. Not smart enough. Not hard working enough. As third-years, fitting into the hospital hierarchy can be challenging. Are...
Problems with the jaw joint in front of your ears can have a host of effects: pain when chewing, headaches and more. Gary Lowder has over 30 years of experience...
High blood pressure can be a reason for concern, but is it worth an expensive trip to the ER? Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen talks about when a trip...
There have always been discussions about whether physicians should show empathy or remain stern when interacting with patients. And while there are valid points on both sides, it's important to...
Young children typically have a lot of energy and short attention spans. Still, with over 6.1 million children in the United States diagnosed with ADHD, parents often worry about their...
In recent years, fatty liver disease has become the most common chronic liver disease, affecting as many as 80 million Americans鈥攎any who don鈥檛 even know they have the disease. Dr...
"Every patient should be treated the same." WRONG! Quite the opposite鈥攚e believe no two patients should receive the same care. From their health conditions to their cultural backgrounds, each patient...
As a parent, your pediatrician is one of the most important partners in raising your child. But finding the right doctor for your child can be hard. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy...
Stubbing a toe is painful. You might have stubbed your toe really hard, and might have even broken it. Should you go to the ER? Dr. Troy Madsen stops by...
The main difference between first and second year of medical school verses third year is the hands-on patient experience. You're finally able to put everything you've learned from lectures and...
If you get itchy bumps on your skin, it鈥檚 usually because of bug bites or allergies. But some people get hives spontaneously and aren鈥檛 sure what鈥檚 causing them. Dr. Tom...
Sometimes when people lose their vision, they can begin to have hallucinations. It鈥檚 called Charles Bonet Syndrome (CBS) and is more common than you think. It may sound scary but...
Broken bones can occasionally heal in the wrong position, forming a 鈥渕alunion鈥 or 鈥渕alalignment鈥 after treatment. These misaligned bones can cause further problems and pain in the body. Dr. Tom...
Most research says getting less than the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep a night can be detrimental to your health. But as many as 10 percent of Americans...