Living Well Blog Filter Results By Allergy/Immunology Bone Health Brain Health Concierge Medicine Dermatology Diagnostic screenings Diet & Nutrition Emotional Wellbeing Endocrinology Geriatrics Gut Health Heart Health Infectious Disease Insurance & Medicare Lifestyle Longevity MDVIP Clinical Studies MDVIP Wellness & Prevention Model Men's Health Nephrology Personalized Medicine Preventative Medicine Prevention Primary Care Sleep Apnea Sleep Health & Disorders Weight Management Women's Health Apply Filter Should I See a Nurse Practitioner or Doctor? October 22, 2020 How many times have you arrived at your doctor’s office for an appointment and been asked if you’d like to see the doctor or a nurse practitioner? This question may come as a surprise; chances are you just assumed that you’d see your doctor.These days, however, that… See more What to Expect from a Telemedicine Appointment October 22, 2020 While telemedicine isn’t exactly new, some patients are experiencing virtual visits for the first time during the coronavirus pandemic. Why? Many primary care physicians and specialists are using telemedicine appointments in lieu of traditional in-office visits to keep patients, doctors and their… See more Which Kind of Primary Care Doctor Should I Choose? October 22, 2020 Primary care doctors play an important role in your health. They should be the center of your medical team, your starting place for most health care, and the person who has an in-depth knowledge of your medical history and any current health concerns and understands your risk factors for specific… See more How to Choose the Best Primary Care Doctor for You - MDVIP October 22, 2020 Finding a new primary care physician can be a challenge because so many are booked for months in advance and may not be able to see you quickly. Others may not be willing to see you at all. Even finding strong leads presents difficulties. These tips… See more Primary Care & Mental Health October 21, 2020 It can be difficult talking about mental health concerns. There is still a stigma attached to mental illness, which may prevent people from getting the help they need. But mental disorders are so common that 1 in 5 Americans will deal with mental illness at some point in… See more Break a Sweat. Improve Your Brain Health. October 16, 2020 What's your risk for dementia and how can you lower it? Find answers in our brain health center.While we know that exercise has many health benefits — it can help prevent or treat cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and even certain cancers… See more Is Coconut Oil Really Heart Healthy? By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES October 15, 2020 For decades, coconut oil was shunned as a cooking oil because it was considered unhealthy. It’s really high in saturated fat, after all. But over the last 10 to 12 years, it has gained popularity and has even been touted as heart healthy. Coconut oil’s rise can be contributed to a couple of… See more 6 Steps to Improve Brain Vitality with Dr. Majid Fotuhi October 9, 2020 What's your risk for dementia and how can you lower it? Find answers in our brain health center.Watch this MDVIP-exclusive webinar with Dr. Majid Fotuhi. Dr. Fotuhi, a national-recognized neurologist in the field of memory and brain vitality,… See more 4 Conditions Often Mistaken for Dementia By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES October 1, 2020 What's your risk for dementia and how can you lower it? Find answers in our brain health center.If you’re like most people, the thought of losing your cognitive skills is scary. In fact, most Americans are concerned… See more How One MDVIP-Affiliated Physician Assesses Brain Health By Lara Hitchcock, MD, FAAFP September 21, 2020 Dr. Lara Hitchcock discusses how she uses the screenings in the MDVIP Wellness Program to help track patients' brain health. Load More Leave this field blank