Five Tips to Prevent Heartburn

Five Tips to Prevent Heartburn

Jul 19, 2021 | Primary Care

Most of us have experienced that burning sensation in our chest we know as heartburn.  Despite the name, the discomfort has nothing to do with the heart, but is caused by stomach acid splashing up into the esophagus where it doesn’t belong. So, what can you do to find...
Is It GERD or Acid Reflux?

Is It GERD or Acid Reflux?

Apr 6, 2021 | Body

Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, affects people of all ages. But while many people have the condition, few truly understand it. That’s because the term “GERD” is often used interchangeably with “heartburn” and “acid reflux.” Although these conditions can have...
The Facts About Hernia & Symptoms to Know

The Facts About Hernia & Symptoms to Know

Apr 5, 2021 | Body

You’ve probably heard the word “hernia,” but do you actually know what the condition is? A hernia happens when an internal organ or tissue bulges through a weakened part of a muscle. Hernias are common. In fact, more than a million hernia repairs are performed each...
What to Expect From Robotic Surgery

What to Expect From Robotic Surgery

Apr 5, 2021 | Body

We’ll admit it: “Robotic surgery” sounds a bit like something from a Sci-Fi movie. But the reality is that it’s actually a commonly used surgical technique that offers patients a less-invasive way to undergo surgery. When people hear that robotic surgery may be an...
A Good Night’s Sleep

A Good Night’s Sleep

Feb 12, 2021 | Children's Health

To remain healthy, your child needs to get adequate sleep—restful, uninterrupted sleep. “The two biggest goals for sleep medicine are to make sure kids get enough sleep for their age, and to make sure it’s good sleep,” explains Dwayne Henry, MD, pediatric sleep...