North Star Family Medicine

09/23/2025

School has started, and what does that mean? Your littles will be bringing home lots of new germs. Boost your immune system and experience it in our new relaxing massage chair, with our September Immune Boost Special. Get an Immune Boost IV for $150 (normally $225). That is a $75 savings! Schedule your IV infusion today by booking with us on line at www.northstarfamilymedicine.org or you can call us at 218-382-2870.
Why get an Immune Boost IV?
Boost your immune system, feel better faster, protect against illness and infection.
What does an Immune Boost IV Contain?
• Ascorbic Acid-an antioxidant that protects cells, absorbs iron, creates collagen and boosts immunity.
• Vitamin B Complex- keeps skin and blood cells healthy, converts nutrients into energy.
• Zinc-reduces the duration of illnesses speeds up the healing process, prevents infection.

09/22/2025

It's Fall Prevention and Awareness Week! Did you know that every 13 seconds, an older adult is seen in an emergency department for a fall-related injury? Many falls are preventable. Stay safe with these tips!

09/19/2025

September’s Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is a time to shine the light on the realities of childhood cancer, emphasize the importance of life-saving research, and join together to make a difference for children diagnosed. How can you help?

1. Donate to Solving Kids’ Cancer
Your support can make a life-changing difference for children battling cancer. By making a donation to cancer research through Solving Kids’ Cancer, you’re helping to fund crucial research for better treatments. Despite advancements in some pediatric cancers, for others, the survival rate upon relapse remains tragically close to 0%. Solving Kids’ Cancer is committed to finding new, effective therapies for these toughest cases. Your donation directly supports the development of life-saving treatments, giving every child the chance to grow up and live a full life.

2. Become a Volunteer
Volunteering during Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month is a powerful way to make a difference. Whether it’s visiting hospitals, offering transportation, or supporting families, your time can have a meaningful impact. Explore childhood cancer volunteer opportunities near you and be a part of this vital cause.

3. Spread the Word on Social Media
Raise awareness by sharing information about Childhood Cancer Awareness Month on your social media platforms. Use hashtags like and to join the global conversation.

09/18/2025

It's Healthy Aging Month! At North Star Family Medicine we see patients of every age and are here to help guide you to a healthier lifestyle weather you are 7 or 70! This month is a time to recognize the positive aspects of aging and encourage people to take responsiblilty for their health. Some ways to observe healthy aging month include:
• Get an annual physical and other health screenings to ensure your health is on the right track.
• Staying active by going for walks, yoga, or stretching.
• Staying social by attending classed, joining a club and visiting with family and friends on a regular basis.
• Keep your mind active by reading or doing puzzles.
• Taking vitamins and supplements and eating healthy.
• Don't act your age!

09/17/2025

How did your kids fare the first few weeks of school? Did they come home with more than just homework? If your family is already sharing germs and feeling under the weather, we can help! North Star Family Medicine offers Urgent Care, and because we are a small privately owned clinic, we can offer same day or next day appointments. Make an appointment today that easily fits into your family's busy schedule. Book on line at www.northstarfamilymedicine.org. or call us at 218-382-2870.

North Star Family Medicine is a medical office in the Brainerd Lakes Area whose focus is to establish the physician-patient relationship.

09/16/2025

September is Su***de Awareness month. Remember to check in on those you love. Here are 5 practical steps you can take if you feel like someone you love is struggling. At North Star Family Medicine we want to take care of the whole body. Are you or a loved one not feeling quite right? North Star Family Medicine can help. Schedule an appointment today to discuss how you are feeling. We can perform an initial assessment and connect you or a loved one with services they may need to navigate their symptoms.

09/15/2025

School has started, and what does that mean? Your littles will be bringing home lots of new germs. Boost your immune system and experience it in our new relaxing massage chair, with our September Immune Boost Special. Get an Immune Boost IV for $150 (normally $225). That is a $75 savings! Schedule your IV infusion today by booking with us on line at www.northstarfamilymedicine.org or you can call us at 218-382-2870.
Why get an Immune Boost IV?
Boost your immune system, feel better faster, protect against illness and infection.
What does an Immune Boost IV Contain?
• Ascorbic Acid-an antioxidant that protects cells, absorbs iron, creates collagen and boosts immunity.
• Vitamin B Complex- keeps skin and blood cells healthy, converts nutrients into energy.
• Zinc-reduces the duration of illnesses speeds up the healing process, prevents infection.

North Star Family Medicine is a medical office in the Brainerd Lakes Area whose focus is to establish the physician-patient relationship.

09/13/2025

It's Celiac Awareness Day. What is Celiac Disease?
1. It's forever. You cannot outgrow celiac disease or have a "cheat" day. It's a lifelong autoimmune disease that requires a gluten free diet.
2. Celiac disease affects more than your digestive health. It can cause fatigue, vitamin deficiencies. infertility, anxiety, foggy headedness, mouth sores, depression, migraines, anemia, low bone density, psoriasis, skin rashes, joint pain and more.
3. Celiac disease is not a fad diet and people who have it do not do it for attention. Adherance to a strictly gluten free diet is the ONLY current treatment for celiac disease.
4. MYTH-A little gluten won't really hurt you. Cross contamination matters and as little as one crumb can damage the small intestine of a person with celiac disease.
5. Celiac disease runs in families. People with a parent, child, or sibling with celiac disease have a 1 in 10 risk of developing it at any age.
6. Removing the bread is NOT enough. Cross contact in the kitchen from shared fryers cooking utensils, counters, and cookware will cause damage to the intestines.

09/12/2025

North Star Family Medicine really does have THE best patients! Thank you Lonna for your kind words.

09/11/2025

We will never forget. In memory of those we have lost and the sacrifices made on this day September 11, 2001.

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09/10/2025

Today is Su***de Prevention Day. Here are some signs to be aware of and watch for in your loved ones. At North Star Family Medicine we want to take care of the whole body. Are you or a loved one not feeling quite right? North Star Family Medicine can help. Schedule an appointment today to discuss how you are feeling. We can perform an initial assessment and connect you or a loved one with services they may need to navigate their symptoms.

09/09/2025

Did you know that Dr. Lelcu is certified to conduct AME Aerospace Medical Evaluations for Class 2 & 3 Pilots? How?
Step 1: Pilots need to get a confirmation number from the FAA website at medxpress.faa.gov.
Step 2: Call us at (218) 382-2870 to discuss your medical history with one of our nurses and schedule your appointment.
It's that simple!