Whole Heart Family Medicine

05/29/2026

Has anyone else done a dry January? Or maybe stopped drinking for Lent? Or got an Oura ring or whoop band to track their HRV and realized how alcohol was negatively impacting your sleep and overall health? I would love to hear your stories and what you have personally learned! Please share! 👇👇👇

05/29/2026

The encouraging answer is: in many cases, we can work toward stabilizing — and even regressing — plaque buildup through early detection and the right treatment plan.

At Whole Heart Family Medicine, we use CIMT (Carotid Intima-Media Thickness) testing to help identify plaque and assess cardiovascular risk before a major event occurs.

If plaque is detected, we create a personalized plan that may include:
• Nutrition and lifestyle changes
• Exercise and weight management
• Blood pressure and blood sugar optimization
• Cholesterol management
• Targeted supplements and/or medications when appropriate

We then monitor progress over time with repeat imaging to track plaque healing and regression.

Research shows that every 1% regression in plaque is associated with approximately a 25% reduction in cardiovascular event risk. Prevention and early intervention truly matter.

Heart disease is the #1 killer of both men and women — but proactive care can make a powerful difference. 🤍🫀

05/28/2026

At Whole Heart Family Medicine, we believe healthcare should feel personal, compassionate, and focused on getting to the root cause — not just masking symptoms. Hearing that our patients feel seen, heard, and cared for means everything to us.

Thank you for trusting us with your health journey. Your healing, hope, and wellness are at the center of all we do. ✨

05/28/2026

It takes advanced testing to identify the hidden risk factors at work, and then proactive treatment plans to shut the disease down- but thankfully at Whole Heart Family Medicine we have the tools to do this! You don’t have to wonder if you are at risk, or worry you will follow the same health path as your parents- we are just a phone call away.

05/27/2026

Heart disease remains the #1 killer of both men and women in the United States — yet it’s also one of the most preventable. ❤️

While many women fear breast cancer (and rightfully prioritize screenings), about 1 in 3 women die from heart disease compared to about 1 in 31 from breast cancer. These statistics are a powerful reminder that heart health deserves our attention too.

At Whole Heart Family Medicine, we are passionate about prevention and getting to the root cause before disease develops. We focus on helping patients improve:
• Blood pressure
• Cholesterol & metabolic health
• Nutrition & lifestyle habits
• Inflammation
• Sleep & stress management
• Movement & exercise habits

Through personalized care, advanced lab testing, lifestyle support, and an integrative approach, we believe small consistent changes can make a huge impact on long-term health.

Your heart matters. Prevention matters. And it’s never too early to take steps toward a healthier future. 🤍

05/24/2026

05/22/2026

In a typical American diet, we often don’t get enough of the vitamins and nutrients our bodies need. That’s why with our bloodwork panel we check multiple vitamin levels to identify any deficiencies. Supplementing these nutrients can help support energy, reduce brain fog, improve cognition, optimize sleep quality, decrease inflammation, and lower long-term risks like insulin resistance and cardiovascular disease.

Even when eating a healthy, whole-food diet, many people may still fall short of optimal nutrient levels due to factors like stress, medications, gut health, and the decline of nutrients in our soil and food supply over time.

The goal isn’t “more supplements,” but the right ones based on what your body actually needs.✨🩵

05/20/2026

Struggling with seasonal allergies? We’ve seen multiple patients struggling with allergies this season. In this post you can see simple things that may help you feel better. If you’re really struggling, give us a call and we can get you scheduled for an appointment.🩵

05/19/2026

As many of our patients know, we’ve started offering hormone replacement therapy at Whole Heart Family Medicine, and our amazing PA Hailey has been recommending two excellent educational resources to support patient understanding.

First is the book Estrogen Matters by Avrum Bloomimg MD and Carol Tavris PhD, which takes an evidence-based look at estrogen therapy and its role in women’s health.

The second is a podcast episode of The Drive Podcast featuring Rachel Rubin, which dives into the science and clinical application of hormone therapy in a clear, practical way.
Listen here ➡️ https://youtu.be/W0XW6av2wLQ

These are great starting points for patients who want to better understand the “why” behind hormone optimization and how it may fit into their overall health journey.✨

05/15/2026

The E3N Study is a large French prospective cohort study following over 100,000 women using menopausal hormone therapy.

Preliminary findings (completion in 2025) have added to the growing body of research exploring the relationship between hormone therapy and long-term health outcomes. Early data suggests that consistent use of HRT, particularly bioidentical formulations, may be associated with more favorable breast cancer risk profiles, with progesterone showing notable associations in the analysis.

While research is ongoing and should always be interpreted in context, studies like this help inform more individualized, evidence-based conversations around hormone health.

At Whole Heart Family Medicine, we believe hormone health is whole-person health. 🤍
We’re also excited that Hailey is now seeing patients for hormone therapy and individualized hormone care.

If you’re interested in exploring your options or learning more, you can schedule a visit with her through our office.📞