Doctor's Corner

We have all heard more and more about concussion in the news lately, especially regarding athletes.  The term concussion protocols for athletes returning to play after a head injury has been particularly talked about.  But athletes are not the only individuals who can suffer from concussions.  A concussion, also known as a mild traumatic … [Read more...] about Concussion Symptoms & Treatment

We have all been sick with a viral illness at one time or another in our lives.  As a matter of fact, viruses are one of the most common causes of fever in children. So you may be wondering exactly what a virus is.  It is a molecule with genetic material, it can only replicate inside of the living cells of another organism.  The virus’s … [Read more...] about Viruses vs Bacteria: What’s The Difference?

When you become a patient either with a new physician or in the hospital you are always asked if you have any allergies to medications. Several different types of symptoms can result from an allergic reaction, from a mild localized rash to serious effects on organs. The body’s response can affect any organ system, but the skin is the most … [Read more...] about Allergic Reactions To Medication

Diabetes mellitus is a medical condition most people have heard talked about.  In fact, this medical condition is so prevalent, most people probably know someone who has this condition.  So what is diabetes mellitus?  It is a disease of the pancreas, an organ located in the abdominal cavity.  The pancreas is part of the endocrine system … [Read more...] about Diagnosing Diabetes

October is breast cancer awareness month, which is an annual campaign to raise awareness of breast cancer as well as raise money to advance breast cancer research.  Breast cancer affects one in eight women and 100 times more common in women, but men can also have breast cancer.   It is the most common type of invasive cancer in women … [Read more...] about Breast Cancer Symptoms & Screening