There Are Benefits To Hiring A Locum Tenens Doctor

Small town hospitals don't always have the resources that might attract specialists, like neurologists. However, that doesn't mean that those smaller medical facilities don't need to have specialists to treat their patients. People in small towns and surrounding areas still have things like strokes or suffer from dementia. There are ways that those facilities can get the medical professionals they need to treat the patients who might come in. One way to do that is to hire a locum tenens doctor. Read More 

Pelvic Organ Prolapse: A Quick And Helpful Q And A For Women During And After Menopause

Menopause can be a difficult time, with many changes happening to your mind and body. Although the last thing you need at this time is another failing or falling part, a pelvic organ prolapse can strike, meaning your uterus, bladder or other organ is out of place and headed downward. While a prolapse can affect anyone at any age, it's more common for someone going through menopause or one that's (finally) put it behind them. Read More 

Premature Birth And Ways To Reduce The Risk

If you're having your first baby, you are probably both excited and nervous. Even though pregnancy brings a lot of joy, it can also cause you to have many concerns. One concern that some first-time mothers have is that their baby will be born before its due date. This is a valid concern as one in 10 babies in the United States are born too early. A normal pregnancy lasts about 40 weeks. Read More 

What The 2019 ACR Annual Meeting Could Mean For RA Treatment And Research

In late 2019, the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) had its annual meeting and included information on guidelines for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) treatment and also mentioned interesting information based on updated research. Going forward, this information may initiate change in both treatment and research into medications. Tapering May Not Be Wise Every rheumatologist will have their own theories on how to best treat and address the maintenance of RA, which is influenced by treatment guidelines, their experience treating patients, and the unique issues a specific patient might face. Read More 

Could Ketamine Infusion Therapy Help Treat Your Fibromyalgia Pain?

According to the CDC, around 4 million Americans, or 2% of the adult population, suffer from fibromyalgia, making it one of the most common complex pain disorders. Despite this, fibromyalgia remains a mysterious condition that is notoriously difficult to treat, and medical researchers are still trying to learn exactly what causes fibromyalgia pain. If you live with fibromyalgia, you are probably well aware of the excruciating pain it can cause in many parts of your body and the limited effects that opiates and other conventional painkillers have when it comes to treating fibromyalgia pain. Read More