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There is no denying we’ve come a long way when it comes to healthcare, but women are still Read more »

The average person walks 110,000 miles in their lifetime which can cause foot and ankle problems over time. Read more »

Did you know that one in ten American adults is at risk for Kidney disease? Nobody is immune Read more »

We are in the midst of the season of chestnuts roasting on an open fire and city sidewalks Read more »

There are some parts of our typical daily routine where, let’s face it, we don’t really have to Read more »

It all seems to come so easy when you’re young: the speed, the strength, and the endurance you Read more »

Isn’t it wonderful to know that no matter what time of year we are in, it’s sports season? Read more »

As yet another summer comes to a conclusion, the arrival of the month of September means many different Read more »

Before your child goes back to school, no matter what age or grade they’re in, you should make Read more »

The specialty of family medicine is centered on lasting, caring relationships with patients and their families. Family physicians Read more »

Varicose veins are blood vessels that become swollen and twisted protruding from the surface of the skin. Despite Read more »

They say the eyes are the windows to the soul. Eyes are often the first feature people notice Read more »

The mere mention of the word “surgery” can often lead to anxiety and confusion for both patients and Read more »

An OB/GYN is one of the most important – if not the most important – doctor a woman Read more »

National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month For many, summer approaching is a time for glorious celebration. The warm Read more »

Many of the area schools in Polk County Florida have summer break coming up and it just so Read more »

Did you know nearly 50-million American adults have significant chronic pain? According to the American Pain Society, Arthritis, Read more »

Podiatry is practiced by a variety of doctors, physicians, and surgeons who focus on the health of the Read more »

It is estimated that 26-million American adults suffer from chronic kidney disease (CKD), according to the National Kidney Read more »

February is American Heart Health Month, and for good reason. Heart disease is the leading cause of death Read more »

When to use Urgent Care versus the Emergency Room can be very confusing. An injury or sudden illness Read more »

Around half of us went through the endeavor of making New Year’s resolutions for 2018, but nearly 80% percent Read more »

For many people, physical therapy can help strengthen muscles and relieve pain. Physical therapy is the restoration, maintenance, Read more »

Every year during the month of September we acknowledge Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. It is the month that Read more »

Fall high school sports are in full swing here in Florida. Perhaps the most American, and best loved Read more »

According to the American Pain Society, nearly 50 million American adults have significant chronic pain. Often the cure Read more »

With back to school season right around the corner, we realize there is much to think about. From Read more »

Central Florida weather may be hotter and stickier in the middle of summer but that’s not going to Read more »

As we grow older the one definite is that our physical bodies will slowly show the signs of Read more »

While most of the country is still awaiting summer’s arrival, here in Central Florida we are already in Read more »

As medical technology has continued to advance, one of the many outstanding improvements has been the introduction of Read more »

Spring allergies can wreak havoc on asthma symptoms by creating additional airway inflammation. Sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose Read more »

This week marks the annual start of Women’s Health Week. Each year, the U.S. Department of Health and Read more »