Have you ever gone to your family doctor and thought, “What is an annual physical exam, anyway? The doctor goes through the same rigmarole every time I visit. Is there a difference?” There IS a difference – and that difference is the reason I chose family medicine as my specialty. As a board-certified family physician,

The number of total knee replacements in the U.S. is expected to increase 673% (to 3.5 million procedures) by 2030, and the number of total hip replacements to increase by 173% (572,000 procedures). To better address this growing demand, McLaren Flint is the first hospital in the region to offer the latest advancement in orthopedic

Stroke happens when there is an interruption of blood supply to the brain. It is also an issue that is close to my heart. My father and hero, Dr. Uma Nandi, was a wonderful man – a brilliant polymer chemist, cook, singer, husband, father and grandfather. He was a true renaissance man. Ten years ago,

We live in a world where we are more active than ever before and with increased activity, we see an increase in injuries. It seems that the medical field, in general, is so quick to jump to two main solutions: surgery and/or medication. Pain, injuries, surgery and ultimately the use of pain medication are the

Hawthorn & Violet Naturopathic Services recently opened in Fenton, but, some people may not be aware of what naturopathy is. The owner, Rebecca Culley-Healey, is a traditional naturopathic doctor, and herbalist and explains, “naturopathy is the art, science and philosophy of natural healing.” Naturopathy also draws wisdom from other cultures, such as Chinese medicine. “I am

Suicide has been in the world spotlight, due to the recent and tragic deaths of fashion designer Kate Spade, and Anthony Bourdain – a celebrity chef, author, travel documentarian and television personality. According to the Michigan Department of Community Health, suicide is one of the ten leading causes of death in Genesee County, in the