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Your relationship with your child’s pediatrician is important. Whether it be because of a move or a change in insurance, finding a new doctor for your child can be a very stressful situation. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner shares some tips to help you find the best pediatrician for your family.

For years, men were told to schedule an annual prostate exam after age 50—but screening recommendations have changed. Routine digital exams are no longer advised for prostate cancer detection, and PSA blood testing has become the preferred screening method for most average-risk men. Tom Miller, MD , talks about when to start screening, who may need earlier testing, and when a physical exam is nece...

Women have a loose time frame for making babies. If you're in your late 30s and haven't met the person you'd like to start a family with yet, the end of that time frame might be unfortunately drawing near. Women's health expert Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones talks to fertility preservation specialist Dr. Joe Letourneau about the options available for freezing your eggs in time.

Rhinoplasty recovery does not end when the bandages come off. Many patients are surprised by how long swelling and subtle changes can last. Plastic surgeon Cori Agarwal, MD , talks about what recovery actually looks like after rhinoplasty, when you can return to normal life, and how long it takes to see your true final results.

When a newborn is unable to pass stool, the cause could be Hirschsprung’s Disease, a rare congenital disorder that can lead to serious complications. Dr. Michael Rollins explains the disease and how it can be treated to help your child lead a full life.

Breastfeeding is natural, but that does not mean it always feels easy—especially for first-time moms. From milk coming in and latch concerns to medications, pumping, sleep deprivation, and returning to work, there is a lot to navigate in the early weeks. Women's health specialist Kirtly Jones, MD , shares practical breastfeeding dos and don'ts to help new moms feel more prepared, supported, and co...

If you're considering plastic surgery, choosing the right surgeon is the most important decision you can make. Plastic surgeon Dr. Cori Agarwal shares some tips to help you find the right surgeon and get the best results you want.

Ibuprofen is a great over-the-counter option to relieve pain, fever, and inflammation. But if you take too much, you could suffer some negative side effects. In today’s Health Hack, Dr. Madsen explains how much ibuprofen you should really take to get maximum relief without any side effects.

When parents are faced with a child's cancer diagnosis, they’re overwhelmed with fear about medications, surgery, and the possibility of losing their child. It can also be hard to imagine how cancer treatment now may impact their child’s future ability to have children of their own. Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones speaks with Dr. Douglas Fair from Huntsman Cancer Institute and Dr. Joe Letourneau about fer...

It may not seem like it, but being called away to jury duty can have a big impact on the Seven Domains of Women’s Health—especially if you’re a working mother. Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones explains the history of women serving on juries, how it can impact your health, and how to appeal your summons if you just can’t get away.

Millions of Americans with diabetes inject themselves with insulin every day, or multiple times a day, to manage their disease. While that’s hard enough the soaring price of the drug has made things that much harder. Nurse practitioner and researcher Dr. Michelle Litchman discusses the plight of people with diabetes who are having to undergo extremes such as foregoing basic needs and taking part i...

You've taken your child to scheduled well visits, but a few weeks later, you receive a bill in the mail for their care. Aren’t well visits covered by insurance? Dr. Cindy Gellner explains what happens on the billing side of pediatrics and how you may have accidentally asked for extra services during a covered check-up.

A recent study shows an increase in diagnoses of breast cancer in young women. Is some external factor increasing the rate of cancer, or are we just diagnosing more cases? Women's health expert Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones dives deep into the study and shares her findings.

Peyronie’s disease is the development of fibrous tissue in the penis that can cause curved and painful erections. Up to 13 percent of men may have the condition, yet that number could be much higher as most men don’t talk about it. It’s an extremely treatable condition, but you need to see a doctor. Urologist Dr. Alex Pastuszak is a specialist in the disease and discusses what causes penile curvat...

The dangers of opioid abuse and addiction are everywhere in the news. But, doctors still do not have a standard operating procedure on how to best prescribe or treat pain with these highly addictive pain medications. As a patient, it’s important to educate yourself. Dr. Tom Miller speaks about pain treatment alternatives to opioids you should know about and how to have a discussion with your docto...

Hernias are one of the most common conditions requiring surgery, but not all need immediate treatment. Hernia specialist Joanna Grudziak, MD , explains what a hernia is, why symptoms can look different in men and women, and when a bulge becomes dangerous. Learn about how to recognize a hernia, when to seek care, and which treatment path may be right for you.

As a parent, you worry when your child feels ill. If your child is suffering from painful, chronic headaches, you may assume the worst. But the cause of your child’s pain may be something much more simple. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD , explains how stress, anxiety, and screen time may be causing your child’s headaches and how to prevent them.

For many people, as we age, our eyelids may begin to droop. This can leave a tired appearance or in some cases even limit peripheral vision. Eyelid rejuvenation is a cosmetic procedure that can improve the look and functionality of your eyelids. Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Eric Cerrati explores the surgical and non-surgical options available, what results you can expect, and how to find the cosmetic surg...

You may have heard about gout in history class, but it is still around today. If anyone in your family has suffered from the condition, you may be at risk. Tom Miller, MD , explains what causes gout, how to prevent it, and the potential treatments available for this painful disease.

Virtual reality therapy is being investigated as a way to induce empathy in violent offenders. Dr. Maria V. Sanchez-Vives has been studying potential uses of VR in cognitive therapy and neuroscience. She talks about how the interventions work, the results of her research, and how this groundbreaking technology could change the way we approach treating individuals with violent tendencies.

Sitting for long periods of time may be as harmful to your health as obesity and smoking. On today’s Health Hack , Dr. Troy Madsen has a few ways you can get up and moving throughout the day to stay healthy.

Plenity is a new FDA-approved medical device that claims to help lose weight by making you feel full before meals. It is swallowed like a pill and has the potential to help the nearly 40 percent of people in the United States struggling with obesity. But does it actually work? Women' health expert Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones talks about the research behind Plenity and suggests some simple, cheaper way...

Many parents are unprepared for how intense newborn crying can become in the first few months of life. The Period of PURPLE Crying describes a normal developmental phase when babies cry more frequently, more unpredictably, and often in the evening hours. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD , explains what the Period of PURPLE Crying means, how to recognize when crying is normal versus concerning, and h...

Postpartum depression is overwhelming depression and the inability to care for yourself and your newborn—about 1 in 7 women will suffer from postpartum depression after giving birth. Progesterone is the most common hormone in pregnancy, and the dramatic drop in progesterone after giving birth may have a role in depression postpartum. OB/GYN Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones talks about the pros and cons of...

Generally, people who are young and healthy aren't necessarily prone to dying—but, there are still exceptions. Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen talks about the top three health conditions that can kill people who are otherwise healthy and the warning signs that may be overlooked or mistaken for other conditions.