When it comes to surgical procedures, choosing a highly skilled and professional general surgeon is crucial for your health and well-being. General surgeons perform an array of procedures, including cholecystectomy (gall bladder removal) and appendectomy (removal of the appendix). They also assist other specialty surgeons in complex procedures such as hysterectomy (removal of the uterus).
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How to Pick the Best Primary Care Doctor for You
Choosing a primary care doctor is a crucial decision that can significantly impact your healthcare experience. Your primary care physician serves as the cornerstone of your medical care, providing preventive care, addressing acute illnesses, and managing chronic conditions. With so many options available, it’s important to consider several factors before making your choice. In this
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Radiology shows more than just the interior of our bodies. Radiology is the medical specialty through which physicians detect, diagnose, and treat countless medical conditions using various imaging techniques. Radiology involves many types of imaging, including X-rays, ultrasound imaging, CT scans, and MRIs. Like any other medical specialty, the field of radiology is continuing to
Read MoreWhat Services Are Provided with Primary Care?
Primary care is the most common type of medical care. However, this does not mean primary care is ordinary or unimportant. In fact, primary care physicians and their staff are the first and most easily accessed entrance into the health care system. Primary care providers (PCPs)– doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners – deliver a
Read MoreWho Can Benefit From a Urology Clinic?
A urologist is a physician with advanced training in surgical and non-surgical treatments involving the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. Urologists may subspecialize in many different areas, such as male reproductive health, reconstruction of the vagina, pelvic floor issues, and bladder issues. In short, almost all adults can benefit from a visit to a urology
Read MoreMammograms Save Lives, But How Often Should You Have One?
The American Cancer Society reports that more than 43,000 American women die from breast cancer every year. Mammograms help women avoid becoming part of this statistic, but how often should you have one? Not everyone has the same recommended mammogram schedule, as every woman has various health and medical history factors that can influence mammogram
Read MoreWays to Improve Your Heart Health
What are the best ways to improve cardiac health and avoid heart attack and stroke? Cardiologists are medical specialists who diagnose, treat, and prevent heart problems. They can help improve your heart function and keep your blood vessels clear of harmful plaque. Below is some helpful advice, but we recommend calling EMU Health to discuss
Read MoreTen Interesting Facts About Radiology
Needing some X-rays? These precise and highly regarded tests have advanced in recent years. Here are some facts about radiology you might find interesting; they can help you understand the many benefits of X-rays. X-rays and Other Imaging Tests Are Quick and Painless For instance, a plain chest X-ray or imaging of a possible fracture
Read MoreUrology Clinic: We’re Here to Help You
Most of us take our urinary tract for granted until something goes wrong. Persistent infections, urinary incontinence, or prolapse of pelvic organs change life’s routines dramatically. At EMU Health, we provide state-of-the-art diagnostics, testing, and services that bring you back to full urological health and function. Let’s look at what urology is and common urological
Read MoreBody Imaging: The Best Path to Reducing Body Fat and Improving Body Tone
Is the answer to the American obesity epidemic simply about the number of pounds on a bathroom scale? Your primary care physician would tell you it’s more important to know how much fat and lean muscle you have and to leverage that knowledge toward healthy eating and exercise. Body imaging can provide the data you
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