Diabetes affects more than 34 million US adults, and it is estimated that over 7 million of these adults are undiagnosed. The prevalence of this condition increases with age and thus why we call it a progressive condition. What is type 2 diabetes? Insulin, a hormone made by the pancreas, helps regulate sugar levels after a meal is ingested. In type 2 diabetes, your body does not use it's insulin appropriately, or there is a lack of secretion to help maintain balanced sugar levelsues affecting both small and large blood vessel Long term diabetes places people at risk for developing heart diseas ..read more

Have you ever felt anxious? Certainly, we all have encountered feelings of unease with associated nervousness and excessive worry. Typically these feelings are regarding an upcoming event, or about something with an uncertain outcome. According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), when these symptoms occur most days of the week for at least 6 months with significant disruption to daily life, it may be characterized as generalized anxiety disorder. How many people are affected by anxiety? According to Results from the 2005 National Epidemiologic Survey on Alcoh ..read more

Bloating, belching and general gassiness are associated with a variety of conditions, and are a common reason to visit a primary care office. These symptoms are often caused by functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs). FGIDs are characterized as disorders of gut-brain interaction. This can involve disorders of gastrointestinal motility and visceral hypersensitivity, which are often worsened by stressors. The most common of these disorders are functional dyspepsia, irritable bowel syndrome, and chronic idiopathic constipation. Sometimes the symptoms occur secondary to overgrowth of certai ..read more

Current Standard Of Healthcare The healthcare sector includes any company involved in products and services related to health and medical care. This can be further categorized in multiple industries. Physicians work within these industries by providing health services to patients located within a facility, their homes, or via telemedicine. This sector is obviously financially driven, and as the number of employed positions grow, the expectations from those serving our communities becomes exacerbated as well. From a physician's perspective, a healthy patient means that they have done their job ..read more

Based on reports from 2018, 20% of patients have changed doctors because of lengthy wait times to schedule an appointment. A satisfied patient correlates with improved patient compliance, better physician-patient relationship, and overall improved health outcomes. Based on the Vital's Ninth annual wait time report, patient satisfaction and physician ratings are directly influenced by wait times before appointments. So are you satisfied with the healthcare you are receiving? Why have patient wait times increased over 50% in many markets across the United States? A few theories come to mind. T ..read more

In the primary care setting, we often encounter visits regarding back pain in general. Amongst these visits, lower back pain is amongst the top reasons to visit a medical office in the United States, and is a leading cause of work-related disability. When someone 'throws out their back', most often times, these symptoms arise from the spine, vertebral disks, or surrounding soft tissues. It is important to be evaluated and undergo a physical exam to understand the root cause of back pain. Your doctor may reserve imaging on initial presentation unless there are symptoms concerning for more seve ..read more

Background If you have been constantly dealing with weight fluctuations, then this blog post is for you. My name is Dr. Rizvi, and I am a board certified family physician who specializes in weight loss through hormonal balance. I have personally dealt with weight issues my entire life and have some solutions for you to finally see the numbers decrease on the scale. I teach my patients the importance of timed interval eating, and in fact have written a book about intermittent fasting (Fasting As Medicine) as a solution to help reverse diabetes and metabolic syndrome. Both of these diseases are ..read more

Falls are amongst the leading cause of injuries in people older than 65 years of age. Injuries associated with falling result in nearly 3 million emergency department visits a year, with 25% of these visits resulting in serious injuries including bone fractures and traumatic brain injuries. The risk of falling increases with age, and persons with history of falls are at an increased risk of a future fall. Many medical societies including the American Geriatric Society and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, have created guidelines on how to assess falling risk. These risks are address ..read more

Ankle injuries occur quite frequently and are a common reason for a visit with a primary care doctor or emergency department in the United States. Teenagers and young adults have the highest incidence of ankle sprains, and nearly half occur during an athletic activity. Ankle injuries account for approximately 20% of all sport related injuries. People with previous history of ankle injury or those with decreased balance are at highest risk of ankle sprain. Symptom duration of an ankle sprain depends on severity and grade of injury, and should be followed up four to six weeks after the injury t ..read more

Type 2 Diabetes is a common condition often diagnosed during a routine yearly physical exam at your primary care physician's office. Initially symptoms of diabetes can be overlooked because they can be subtle, although some people reported symptoms prior to be diagnosed. Symptoms associated with high blood sugar levels include: Increased Urination (Polyuria) Increased Thirst (Polydipsia) Increased Hunger (Polyphagia) Weight changes Visual Changes Tingling/Numbness to hands and feed (Paraesthesia) Changes in Energy Changes in Skin Infections with delayed healing Once diagnosed, patients can c ..read more