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How has your family been enjoying the sunny skies and warm—some might say too warm—weather this summer? Basking in the s...
08/28/2025

How has your family been enjoying the sunny skies and warm—some might say too warm—weather this summer? Basking in the sun can give you a great tan and improve your mental health and well-being, but as we enter the last few weeks of summer, take care to protect your skin during the home stretch.

😎 Wear lightweight, long-sleeve shirts, broad-brimmed hats, and sunglasses
😎 Look for broad-spectrum coverage and water resistance in your sunscreen
😎 Apply sunscreen liberally—a teaspoon to the face and neck, two teaspoons to your front and back, one teaspoon to each arm, and two to each leg.

You can get sunburn year-round, so don't let down your guard!

Babies need a lot of sleep, but they won't always sleep when they need to. From being undertired to overstimulated to st...
08/22/2025

Babies need a lot of sleep, but they won't always sleep when they need to. From being undertired to overstimulated to struggling with separation anxiety, there are so many factors that can encourage your baby to fight the sleep they need.

Parents, what have you found to help your babies get the sleep they need to be healthy?

When your baby is around six months old, it's time to start asking when it's okay for them to start drinking water and w...
08/20/2025

When your baby is around six months old, it's time to start asking when it's okay for them to start drinking water and what the best way for them to drink it is.

Research hasn't shown any one type of cup to make much of a difference in your child's development in the long run, but every kid has their preferences.

Proud parents, what was your experience introducing your six-month-old to water?

Physician burnout is out of control, and it's hurting patients' ability to get the care they need. Are AI scribes the so...
08/18/2025

Physician burnout is out of control, and it's hurting patients' ability to get the care they need. Are AI scribes the solution to take busy work off physicians' shoulders and help them put their eyes squarely on the patients who need their help?

Dr. Ken Zweig shares his thoughts on AI-powered medical tools with DOTMed and HealthCare Business News.

Your gut and your brain are more closely linked than you might realize, especially if you're going through menopause or ...
08/15/2025

Your gut and your brain are more closely linked than you might realize, especially if you're going through menopause or perimenopause.

Our own Dr. Cecily Havert recently guest-starred on The Health Fix with Dr. Jannine Krause to share her tips on the shocking truth about menopausal weight gain, how to advocate for yourself as a patient, and more—all the questions you never knew you needed to ask about dealing with menopause in a broken healthcare system.

Prior authorization is one of the most confusing and frustrating elements of the health insurance for patients and physi...
08/13/2025

Prior authorization is one of the most confusing and frustrating elements of the health insurance for patients and physicians alike (that's right—it's as big a headache for us as it is for you).

Issues with prior auth can get between you and the medication you or your family needs, and patients need to know how to advocate for themselves and what their doctors can do to help.

What questions do you have about prior authorization? Ask away and we'll give answer in the comments.

Perimenopause and menopause change how your body works down to the bone. As your hormone balances shift, staying fit bec...
08/08/2025

Perimenopause and menopause change how your body works down to the bone. As your hormone balances shift, staying fit becomes even more important for keeping your bones, muscles, and body as a whole healthy.

What experiences have you had staying fit in this stage of your life? Any unique challenges you've run into and overcome?

Dr. Elizabeth Cilenti is accepting new patients in Arlington, VA! Dr. Cilenti in specializes in pediatric and family car...
08/06/2025

Dr. Elizabeth Cilenti is accepting new patients in Arlington, VA! Dr. Cilenti in specializes in pediatric and family care, offering personalized healthcare plans that focus on long-term wellness and provide 24/7 access to care, providing optimal health outcomes for children and their families.

Sign up with Dr. Cilenti today by visiting our website or calling 571-347-1483.

Say hello to Sara Tariq, MD! The newest addition to our expert team of physicians took to our blog for the first time to...
08/05/2025

Say hello to Sara Tariq, MD! The newest addition to our expert team of physicians took to our blog for the first time to reflect on how she began her journey into the wonderful world of concierge medicine.

"The time-restricted practice of traditional medicine can sometimes feel very transactional: Make a diagnosis, provide a plan, and move on to the next waiting patient. In this practice, however, I had the luxury of time to care for the patient in a way that was responsive to her needs, while also giving me the necessary space to understand the entire clinical picture. What I thought would be a simple diagnosis of mono resulted in a meaningful patient-physician dialogue and the start of a great relationship. I sat down. I took a deep breath. I am indeed in the right place."

We're lucky to have Dr. Tariq and her two decades of internal medicine expertise on our team!

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With over 14 years of clinical experience and fluency in both English and Spanish, Dr. Maria Castillo-Catoni provides bi...
07/30/2025

With over 14 years of clinical experience and fluency in both English and Spanish, Dr. Maria Castillo-Catoni provides bilingual healthcare services to ensure you receive personalized care and advice for building healthy habits in your own language.

Sign up with Dr. Castillo today by visiting our website or calling 571-347-1483.

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Lapses in memory are a normal part of aging, but it's understandable that anybody who has seen a family member struggle ...
07/28/2025

Lapses in memory are a normal part of aging, but it's understandable that anybody who has seen a family member struggle with dementia in their old age might feel anxiety when they in turn reach their golden years.

Where is the line drawn between the normal memory loss you experience as you age, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia?

Dr. Ken Zweig is here with the answer and advice for when to seek medical evaluation.

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Standing desks have become a white collar sensation, whether at the home office or the corporate headquarters. Find out ...
07/25/2025

Standing desks have become a white collar sensation, whether at the home office or the corporate headquarters.

Find out the seven major health benefits of standing desks with Dr. Cecily Havert and other medical experts in this new article from UPLIFT Desk.

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