MANA Family Medicine - North

08/08/2025

🌍 From Spain to Lebanon, the Mediterranean diet is as diverse as the sea it surrounds. Read more about the Mediterranean diet at: https://mana.md/how-mediterranean-is-the-mediterranean-diet/

08/05/2025

MANA Family Medicine – North in Fayetteville is thrilled to welcome Dr. Laura Lester, a board-certified family medicine physician with nearly ten years of experience, to our team! She focuses on compassionate care and building strong patient relationships while educating patients about their health conditions and the importance of preventive care.

Dr. Lester completed her residency at UAMS Northwest and earned her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, gardening, and cheering on the Razorbacks.

Her expertise will greatly benefit our patients at MANA Family Medicine – North, and we are excited to have her join the team! Help us welcome Dr. Lester in the comments below, and to learn more about her, visit https://mana.md/welcome-dr-laura-lester-to-family-medicine-north/!

08/05/2025

07/30/2025

Hearing loss is more common than you think! 👂 Age, loud noise, medications, and more can all play a role. Learn the signs and what to do about them at https://mana.md/hearing-loss-what-to-do-and-when-to-do-it/.

07/28/2025

We have everything we need to eliminate hepatitis by 2030 – but the world is moving backwards. On , let’s act now: get tested, get treated, raise your voice. Hepatitis can’t wait. Visit https://www.worldhepatitisday.org/ to learn more.

07/28/2025

Feeling nervous about a biopsy? You’re not alone. A biopsy is often the best way for doctors to get a clear diagnosis by removing a small tissue sample to check for abnormal cells. It helps detect conditions like cancer or infections. Learn more at the link:

What's a biopsy? A biopsy is a procedure to gather cells or tissue for further examination. There can be many different experiences.

07/25/2025

https://mana.md/understanding-crepitus/

Crepitus is not a common word, but it describes a common phenomenon -- those crackling or popping joints so many have.

07/24/2025

Eating the recommended five cups of fruits and veggies each day doesn’t just boost your health, it can also help you sleep more soundly! Learn more at

Eat the 5 cups of fruits and vegetables recommended by experts, and you may get sound sleep as well as overall better health.

07/18/2025

Have you seen “bounding pulse” in your chart or heard it mentioned during a visit? It means your pulse feels stronger than usual and can have many causes. Visit https://mana.md/what-is-a-bounding-pulse/ to learn what it means and when to talk to your doctor!

You might hear that you have a bounding pulse during a doctor visit. What does that mean? It's complicated.

07/16/2025

https://mana.md/outpatient-imaging-is-on-the-rise/

40% of all medical imaging in the U.S. now is outpatient imaging. The reasonsinclude cost-effectiveness, new technology, and convenience.

07/16/2025

https://mana.md/your-gut-health/

Gut health is important for your overall physical and mental health. How can you make sure to keep your gut healthy?

07/15/2025

July is Disability Pride Month! Join us in celebrating the strength, voices, and inclusion of people with disabilities. This month also marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the 1990 law protecting the rights of people with disabilities. Learn more at: https://www.ablenow.com/blog/articles/july-is-disability-pride-month/.