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I believe it’s important for patients to understand their medical practitioner’s philosophy of medicine. In other words, how does one’s medical practitioner like to practice medicine and what are the values and beliefs that he or she brings to a clinical encounter. Many don’t realize that these values and beliefs play a significant role in clinical reasoning and in the way clinicians treat their patients. So, in light of this, here are several blog posts that address various important topics that I hope will give you some insight into my own perspective and how that will impact your medical care with me.
In this article I explain the rocky evidence that currently exists to support the safety and efficacy of so-called antidepressants. I briefly cover the controversial history surrounding the diagnosis of depression and detail the role that pharmaceutical companies have played in muddying the waters of scientific evidence. I conclude the article by sharing an alternative, evidence-based approach to managing depression. READ MORE
Many patients wonder if Wegovy is right for them. While I think it’s important for you to have a one-on-one discussion with your own medical practitioner, I decided to write this article to provide some information about this blockbuster drug and hopefully give you some things to consider for your discussion. READ MORE
Many people are under the impression that medical science is rooted in thorough, unbiased, objective data. However, it unfortunately not the case. In this article I explain what the actual nature of medical science is and what this means for you as a patient. READ MORE
The direct primary care (DPC) model is foreign for many the Fayetteville/Fort Liberty area. In fact, aside from TrueCare DPC, there’s only one true DPC practice in the area. So, I thought it would be helpful to explain why TrueCare DPC is essential for patients in the area and hopefully help you understand why becoming a member may be right for you. READ MORE
People often have strong opinions about the usefulness of a New Year’s Resolution. Some are very critical of the idea while others really look forward to it. I offer my encouragement to you here and a simple framework that can help make this year’s resolution a successful endeavor. READ MORE
Is the new Pfizer RSV vaccine right for you? Whether your a pregnant mother or know someone who is, this article is meant to provide useful information to help you make an informed decision regarding the new vaccine. READ MORE
Weight management is such a charged topic. It’s something that many primary care practitioners are tasked in helping their patients with. It can be very challenging for many and often disheartening. But for many patients, weight loss is a very practical way to help manage and even resolve medical conditions and reduce the amount of pharmaceuticals they need to maintain good health. I explain three conditions that I help treat which benefit from safe and effective weight loss. READ MORE
As a family medicine practitioner, I often meet patients who wrestle with maintaining good mental well-being. I find it helpful to explain the dynamic interaction between the mind and the body. I do this to help patients see that a holistic approach is often the best approach for good mental health. READ MORE
Many of my patients are women who are grappling with the changes that come with menopause. I find it helpful to explain the broader impact of hormonal shifts on overall health and to emphasize that menopause is a natural transition. My goal is to empower women to take a proactive, holistic approach to their well-being during this important stage of life. READ MORE
