Knee Pain by Jonathan Vielma
Knee pain is a common recurring source of trouble in people of all age groups. There can be a number of causes for this pain. A sudden injury onset is
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Author: David Porzio, MD What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome? It’s a common condition that affects your colon which causes cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea
Q&A with Dr. Kiskila: Bronchitis
Author: Nathan Kiskila, MD Question- Dr. Kiskila, what is bronchitis? Answer- Bronchitis is an upper respiratory infection that develops when the airways in the lungs,
Hospital Associated Infections (HAIs) by David G. Porzio, M.D.
Recent statistics show that 75,000 people are killed annually by hospital-acquired infections. Bacteria, fungi, and viruses can lurk in many places ranging from bed linens
Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Disease by Ashley Romero, LVN
Alzheimer’s disease, (AD), is an irreversible, progressive brain disease that slowly destroys memory and eventually the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. The disease
Charley Horse by Karen Ascencio
The charley horse or a muscle cramp has happened to the best of us. This excruciating pain can go on for a couple seconds or
Myths About Diabetes by Jessica Mills
There are many misconceptions regarding diabetes that people have come to believe are true. Listed below are some of the most common myths associated with
How to Prevent a Heart Attack (Or Not) by David G. Porzio, M.D., FACC
I often see a patient who requests that I…“check out his/her heart…. because I don’t want to have a heart attack”. Well I am here
The Flu vs. The Common Cold by Richard Lu, M.D.
The flu season is quickly approaching and it is necessary to be prepared. It can begin as early as October and occur as late as