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The Importance of a Primary Care Doctor I had my first health scare in my early 30s. I herniated a disc in my back, which caused severe sciatica. I wasn't prepared. I had always been healthy and only saw a gynecologist for routine exams. She was also my primary care provider. I relied on her for referrals, which wasn't ideal for sciatica. I went from one doctor to another, researching online, but it was excruciating to sit for too long. My condition worsened as I waited to se

Laboratory test results drive approximately 70% of clinical decisions, making them a crucial component to understand. Ever been told your labs were normal, but you still felt off? You're not alone. Many people walk away from routine bloodwork frustrated, knowing something doesn't feel right. The truth is, there's a difference between being "within normal limits" and being in an "optimal range" for health. Let's dive into what your labs are saying and how to interpret them mor

By Melissa Nichols, NBC-HWC If you’ve ever been told “your labs are normal” but you still  feel  anything but normal as you’re tired, bloated, anxious, inflamed, or just “off”. You’re not alone. Many women have years of frustration, seeing multiple specialists, and have a medicine cabinet full of prescriptions.  This is where  functional medicine  steps in. Functional Medicine Physicians What Is Functional Medicine? In 1990 a small group of clinicians, researchers and health