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What Would You Do if it Was Your Mother Doctor Pullen?

Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Substitute you, Father, Wife, Child, etc for Mother here, and this is a question I am commonly asked in the office.  It’s also a question that I answer in different ways depending on the situation. Read the rest of this entry »

What makes a Fun Case for a Family Doctor?

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

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I saw a fun case in the office today, at least fun for me.  For me to find a case to be fun, it needs to be something I don’t see every day, that I can diagnose with confidence, and where good advice will lead to a good outcome for the patient.  Recently one of my young partners asked me to see a child with a rash Read the rest of this entry »

Is It True That Dementia, Alzheimer’s Can Be Avoided By Diet Changes?

Saturday, May 15th, 2010

oily_fishEach month Brooke Douglas of Nutrition Authority sends a guest post to help keep us abreast of nutrition related subjects.  Check out her web site at : www.NutritionAuthority.com

Fish oil seems to be promoted for everything from improving serum triglycerides and cardiovascular risk to joint health recently.  In the news a lot in the last few weeks has been fish oil and a diet high in fish for prevention of dementia.  Here is Brooke’s take on the subject. Read the rest of this entry »