Your Safety is our Priority! Masks May Be Required at Millennium Offices. Month: November 2021
On many levels, your primary-care provider is one of the people who knows you best. Not just what’s in your file, like lab results and prescription refills, the provider you’re (hopefully) seeing regularly is often the first to notice changes in your mental health and cognitive ability. “I see a lot of patients who […]
Mental health might not be at the top of your list of issues to discuss with your primary-care provider during your next appointment, but that could be a big mistake. Successful treatment for emotional conditions and mental health issues often begins in the primary-care provider’s office and leads to the most successful outcomes. “It’s […]
by Ryan Baker, MD, FAAFP If you’re 65 or turning 65, you might be missing out on important health benefits, and now’s the perfect time to evaluate your healthcare needs with your primary-care provider. Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period, also referred to as the Annual Enrollment Period runs through December 7. This means you can […]
The end of Daylight Saving Time means an extra hour of sleep … but is it a quality hour of sleep? Sleep apnea could be affecting your sleep and your health, but diagnosing and treating it is easier than ever before. “In sleep apnea, when you fall asleep, the muscles in the back of […]
- If your sniffle becomes more than a nuisance, you could be one of almost 30 million Americans with sinusitis. Millennium Physician Group Ear, Nose and Throat Specialist Matthew Connor, M.D., says there’s a less invasive surgical solution that can help you breathe easier. “Patients who struggle with chronic sinusitis have a very difficult quality of [...]
More People Eligible for COVID-19 Boosters There are now COVID-19 booster recommendations for all three available COVID-19 vaccines in the United States. According to the CDC, if you received a Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, the following groups are now eligible for a booster shot six months or more after being fully vaccinated (two […]
Normal daily activities shouldn’t cause you pain. If you are experiencing pain that keeps you from enjoying life, it’s time to see your primary-care provider. “As a family and sports medicine physician, I specialize in the body mechanics needed for pain-free movement,” explains Millennium Physician Group’s Patrick Murray, M.D. “But I’m interested in everything […]
By Brian Zelis, M.D. Family Medicine Physician This time of year means good food and family gatherings, but add a dash of holiday stress, and you have a recipe for a side of digestive discomfort. One of the most common digestive disorders is GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), and research has found seasonal trends for […]
By: Elizabeth Sanders, D.O. Let’s rejoice in the season of gathering! Cooler weather arrives, and we start planning for the holidays. We make our grocery lists, stockpile ingredients, and order the turkey. My family also gets a smoked ham from Ward’s Supermarket. Thanksgiving’s my favorite holiday. Every November I survey my patients with this […]