By Joanne Fruth, MD Atul Gawande, MD was onto something. His book The Checklist Manifesto is a beautiful exposition on how checklists in business and the medical profession create greater efficiency, consistency and safety. We think we’re on to something at...
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By Grace Burton, MS, RD, LDN With endless amounts of health and nutrition-related claims and information all over the internet, how do you determine which advice is the best to follow? When people have medical questions, they typically ask their doctor for a...
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By Grace Burton, MS, RD, LDN I frequently get asked questions such as: Should I snack? How many snacks per day is appropriate? What are better snack options? Snacking can be a great way to help manage appetite, weight, mood, and energy levels. Everyone is...
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By Bonnie Wilson, MS, RDN, LDN What is inflammation? Inflammation is a natural part of our bodies’ defense systems in order to heal and defend us from harm. Inflammation is classified as either acute or chronic, depending on the severity and how long it lasts. Acute...
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“Being open on weekends is the only reason I chose Avance Care for my first doctor’s visit in 17 years. I expected to sit in a crowded lobby, have somebody weigh me, take my blood pressure, and make me sit alone in an exam room for a half hour until the...
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By Nakalya Leggett, MSW, LCSW Bullying Tips for Parents/Caregivers As the children prepare for their first day back to school with their supply list checked off, we wanted to assist parents with some tools as well. As parents, we do not always hit the mark of...
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