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CLEVELAND, Ohio — University Hospitals is closing a family medicine residency program, a move some local health experts say could affect sources of care for the urban poor and close a pipeline that produced leaders in Cleveland public health. It could also hurt the medical school's ability to recruit primary care students, and contribute to the shortage of family medicine and primary care physicians, they said. The shortage contributes to lengthy waits to get a doctor appointment. "UH is shirking its responsibility to Northeast Ohio by choosing to abandon the residency rather than invest in its success," said Dr. Lisa Navracruz, assistant professor of family medicine in the Center for Medical Education at Case Western Reserve University and an alumnus of the program. Navracruz also served as assistant program director for about five years, ending in 2012. However, UH said in a Sept. 12 staff memo announcing the move that it would allow UH to "pivot to meet the need...

Key Takeaways Onychomycosis is a common nail condition, but only 20% of patients get prescribed treatment for it. Lack of education, misperceptions of the effect the infection can have on someone's quality of life, and the cost and lengthy time for treatment are some reasons that onychomycosis is undertreated. Onychomycosis is not a condition that goes away on its own. If left untreated, the fungus can spread to other nails, causing them to become thick, brittle, and painful. It might be easy to brush off thick and yellow-ish nails, but these symptoms could be signs of a condition that's common but often overlooked: onychomycosis . The fungal infection causes thick, yellow nails. The nails can also appear to lift from the nail bed. Onychomycosis can occur in any of your nails, but toenail infections are the most commonly affected. Despite how common the condition is, only 20% of patients get prescribed treatment, according to a recent study. In the study, the r...

Dr. Emily Salmon-Denikos in Lake Worth and Dr. Dimitri M. Gitelmaker in Hollywood Join MDVIP to Provide Personalized, Preventive Care to Patients in Tri-County Area BOCA RATON, Fla., April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MDVIP, the market leader in personalized healthcare with a network of over 1,100 physicians nationwide, today announced the opening of two new MDVIP-affiliated practices in South Florida. Emily Salmon-Denikos, M.D., a family physician in Lake Worth, and Dimitri M. Gitelmaker, M.D., a board-certified internist and obesity medicine specialist in Hollywood, have each joined the MDVIP network and are currently accepting patients who want a more direct relationship with their primary care doctor. MDVIP-affiliated physicians offer a solution to the many frustrations that patients can experience with traditional primary care, including long waits to sche...

Some of the best things in life can come with aging – wisdom, grandchildren and, of course, Medicare! For most, Medicare means lower or no monthly premiums and the ability to visit a doctor more often if needed, and now the government healthcare program has become even more beneficial for Vero residents. Dr. Michael Fortunato has opened VIPcare Senior Focused Primary Care, which caters exclusively to Medicare and Medicare Advantage patients. Dr. Fortunato says value-based care is at the heart of VIPcare's mission, focusing on the long-term health outcomes and overall satisfaction of patients. This approach prioritizes preventative care, early interventions, and building strong patient-physician relationships. By integrating the principles of value-based care, VIP aims to reduce healthcare costs, improve health outcomes, and enhance patient experience. "VIPcare is part of a growing group of practices that is getting back to the good old model of primary care, focusing on ...

Listen to this article Concentra, the nation's largest provider of occupational medicine, Monday announced it will open its newest Baltimore County location in Rosedale at 8675 Pulaski Highway on Nov. 8. The new 10,400-square-foot medical center replaces an older location just a mile away on Pulaski Highway and offers modern digital X-ray equipment, additional exam rooms, a larger physical therapy space and more. From drug screenings to treating workplace injuries, Concentra offers a range of services including occupational health care services, physical therapy and comprehensive health and wellness programs. In Maryland, Concentra operates 13 medical centers in Baltimore city and Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Cecil Howard, Montgomery, and Prince George's counties.  It serves as the state's medical director and as the incumbent provider of occupational medicine for state employees. Concentra, a division of Select Medical, is a health care company focu...

MARLBOROUGH — The continued growth in the Marlborough area has led to the opening of the UMass Memorial East Marlborough Primary Care Practice at 650 Boston Post Road. Dr. Anupreet Oberoi, Family Medicine, located at the East Marlborough Primary Care practice, provides immunizations, physicals, screenings and diagnostic testing. As a member of the UMass Memorial Community Medical Group, Oberoi coordinates any additional care for her patients either locally at Marlborough Hospital or at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester. Patients have access to a network of specialists and services that are offered through UMass Memorial Health Care. "We are excited to create this family centered practice that will provide comprehensive care for patients of all ages and stages of life," said Oberoi. "By choosing East Marlborough Primary Care for your family, we will have in-depth knowledge of each family member's medical history and health habits that will guide us in providi...

DE PERE - The Brown County Public Health announced Thursday there are cases of whooping cough confirmed in the county. Whooping cough, or pertussis, is a respiratory illness that can affect anyone. Pertussis cases nationwide have nearly doubled this year, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here's what to know about its spread in the Brown County area and where to get vaccinated. What are the symptoms of whooping cough? Whooping cough spreads easily from person to person through contact with people's saliva. It can spread by being in close contact with an infected person or when they talk, cough, or sneeze. A bacteria attaches to the lungs' linings and symptoms start in two phases: It first appears a regular cold with a runny nose, sneezing, low-grade fever, and mild cough. Then the cough can become more violent and turn into uncontrollable coughing fits that make it difficult to breathe. Sometimes the coughing can cause vomiting....

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Northern Light Primary Care, Hampden is pleased to welcome a new provider. Lara Kirkpatrick, MD recently joined the team and is certified as a Menopause Society Clinical Practitioner. Dr. Kirkpatrick earned her medical degree from the Saba University School of Medicine in Saba, Dutch Caribbean and completed her residency at Aultman Family Medicine Residency, Aultman Hospital in Canton, Ohio, where she was chief resident in her third year. Dr. Kirkpatrick enjoys the diversity of family medicine and has special interest in working with seniors, family units. She has a great interest in helping women navigate menopause. "We are thrilled to have Dr. Kirkpatrick on board to continue expanding care to our communities and can't wait for her to start seeing patients. She's a wonderful addition to our team!" says Beth Mistretta, MBA, BSN, RN, CHRN, AVP, Physician Practices. For patients in need of a primary care provider, please call the office at 207...

Prevent the spread of the flu If you're like a lot of people across the country, you're understandably preoccupied with when you'll be able to get a Covid-19 vaccine. But don't let that distract you from the other important vaccine this year: The one for flu. "The influenza virus causes severe illness and death every year, so it is imperative for people to get vaccinated," says LaTasha Perkins, MD, a practicing family physician in Washington, DC. "This year it is even more important because the flu virus presents in some of the same way that the Covid-19 virus does." That makes it difficult to tell them apart, which is important for both treatment and prevention. Harris Teeter is just one retail chain offering vaccines at multiple locations. Who should get the flu vaccine? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone over the age of six months receive a flu vaccine. The shot is especially important for those...

The baby wakes at midnight with a high fever. A friend moves to town and can't find a physician. An employee shows up sick but doesn't have a doctor – or insurance. A neighbor has chronic pain but refuses care because her insurance has a high deductible. MD Care Group aims to help people with those problems and more. "You go online and ask for a consultation, and we call you back at any time of the day or night. We provide personalized virtual care," says Steve Koenemann, co-owner of MD Care Group. "It's almost like having a doctor in the family." When the company was founded by Chris Cole about 10 years ago, urgent care was the focus – 24/7, 365 days a year. The concept was ahead of its time. When word got out, Cole received a call from someone at the S.C. Medical Association. "He told me that what I was doing was illegal. I said, 'No. I'm legal.'" That was years before COVID-19, the normalization of telemedicine, and the shortage ...

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Key facts There are around a billion cases of seasonal influenza annually, including 3–5 million cases of severe illness. It causes 290 000 to 650 000 respiratory deaths annually. Ninety-nine percent of deaths in children under 5 years of age with influenza-related lower respiratory tract infections are in developing countries. Symptoms begin 1–4 days after infection and usually last around a week. Overview Seasonal influenza (the flu) is an acute respiratory infection caused by influenza viruses. It is common in all parts of the world. Most people recover without treatment. Influenza spreads easily between people when they cough or sneeze. Vaccination is the best way to prevent the disease. Symptoms of influenza include acute onset of fever, cough, sore throat, body aches and fatigue. Treatment should aim to relieve symptoms. People with the flu should rest and drink plenty of liquids. Most people will recover on their own within a week. Medical care may be ...

Key facts Dengue is a viral infection transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes. About half of the world's population is now at risk of dengue with an estimated 100–400 million infections occurring each year. Dengue is found in tropical and sub-tropical climates worldwide, mostly in urban and semi-urban areas. While many dengue infections are asymptomatic or produce only mild illness, the virus can occasionally cause more severe cases, and even death. Prevention and control of dengue depend on vector control. There is no specific treatment for dengue/severe dengue, and early detection and access to proper medical care greatly lower fatality rates of severe dengue. Overview Dengue (break-bone fever) is a viral infection that spreads from mosquitoes to people. It is more common in tropical and subtropical climates. Most people who get dengue will not have symptoms. But for those who do, the most common symptoms are high fever, headache, body aches, nausea, and ras...