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Long COVID: Understanding New Research on Hidden Infections and What It Means for Your Recovery

IntroductionIn the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new challenge has emerged for millions worldwide: Long COVID, a complex, lingering condition marked by persistent symptoms that can range from fatigue and brain fog to pain and heart palpitations. While medical experts have made

January 2, 202611 min
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Reviewing and Updating Your Health Goals: A Practical Guide for Lifelong Well-being

Why Reviewing Your Health Goals MattersAs we approach the end of another year, many of us reflect on the aspirations and intentions we set for our health—some realized, others quietly sidelined as life unfolded. In my practice at 3905 National Drive, Suite 220 in Burtonsville, MD

December 28, 20259 min
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Medical Cannabis: Separating Evidence from Hype in Your Healthcare Journey

IntroductionIn recent years, medical cannabis has surged in popularity and media attention, heralded by some as a miracle cure and dismissed by others as unproven hype. Patients and healthcare professionals alike are navigating a rapidly changing landscape marked by emerging rese

December 24, 20259 min
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Keeping Active During the Winter Holidays: Your Physician’s Guide to Fitness and Well-Being

The winter holidays offer opportunities for joy and connection, but they also present real challenges for maintaining your physical activity. As routines change, days shorten, and weather worsens, it becomes tempting to set activity aside “until after the holidays.” But prioritiz

December 21, 20258 min
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Antimicrobial Resistance and Antibiotic Stewardship: What Every Patient Should Know About the Global Health Cr

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the most urgent public health crises of our time—threatening not just how we treat infections, but the very fabric of modern medicine. From simple UTIs to pneumonia and surgical procedures, the effectiveness of antibiotics and other antimi

December 17, 20258 min
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Healthy Holiday Recipes and Swaps: A Physician’s Guide to Festive Nutrition

The holiday season brings cherished traditions, lively gatherings, and beloved dishes. But balancing enjoyment and wellness can be a challenge amid indulgent feasts and sugary treats. As a primary care physician committed to your year-end health priorities, I invite you to explor

December 14, 20259 min
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Setting SMART Health Goals for the Year

As we welcome a new calendar year, many of us take this opportunity to reflect on our lives and set goals for the months ahead.

January 5, 20253 min
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