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Do you really need to see your gynecologist every year?

Healthy Living

Jul 6, 2017

Going to the gynecologist is not something you necessarily look forward to. But as a woman, this annual appointment is essential for disease prevention and your relationship with your OB/GYN is a critical part of your health care at every...

Why women should care for their bone health

Healthy Living

Jul 5, 2017

Let’s be honest: bone health is not a thrilling topic. But it plays an important role in our overall well-being, both now and in the future. Our bones are the foundations of our bodies and we must protect them as...

What doctors look for in a mammogram

Healthy Living

Apr 17, 2017

If you are a woman over 40, you should think about getting your annual mammogram—it’s one of the best steps you can take today to keep you well for years to come.Debra L. Monticciolo, MD, FACR, the section chief of...

Mars vs. Venus: Gender bias in health?

Healthy Living

Feb 9, 2017

It’s no secret that men and women view the world differently. One bestselling book summed it up like this: “Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus.” Actually, we’re all from Earth, but we’re not all coming from the same...

Dr. Mom: Balancing life as a mom and physician

Healthy Living

Nov 16, 2016

Somedays being a working mom feels like an easy walk on a wide balance beam, but some days it feels like a tightrope.I think that this is a fact of life that can lead women to stress relieving behaviors that...