Ho, Ho, Ho, and Holiday Greetings from The Village Doctor! It is hard for me to believe it is December already, and The Village Doctor has enjoyed another year around our sun. We all gathered last week to celebrate the holidays and it was a joy to see how our family has grown. I am
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The holidays can be a hectic time for families, with the stress of travel, family gatherings, and gift-giving often taking center stage. However, despite the chaos, the holidays also present some of the most powerful opportunities to model gratitude to your children. By teaching our children to practicing gratitude, we can help them develop a
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As a primary care physician, I often observe a predictable trend in my patients’ well-being as the holiday season approaches. While this time of year is synonymous with joy, family gatherings, and celebrations, it also brings unique stressors—overpacked schedules, financial strain, travel demands, and the pressure to create “perfect” holiday experiences. For many, these stressors
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Like father, like son? This year marks my 10th year fundraising for the Movember Foundation. Movember began in 2003 in Melbourne, Australia, when two friends, Travis Garone and Luke Slattery, jokingly challenged each other to bring back the mustache as a trend. Inspired by a friend’s mother fundraising for breast cancer, they saw an opportunity
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Many of you know that Susan Wojcicki died from lung cancer this past August. Susan was probably best known as the CEO of YouTube, but I know her also as one of the amazing Wojcicki sisters and daughter of the also amazing Esther and Stanley. She is sorely missed by the silicon valley business community
Participating in clinical research offers a unique range of benefits, both for individuals and for the advancement of medical science. From gaining early access to cutting-edge treatments or preventive medicine as well as receiving close health monitoring to reducing healthcare costs and actively participating in one’s own care, clinical trials provide opportunities that go beyond
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As we age, certain ocular conditions become more common, including presbyopia (the need for reading glasses), floaters (degenerative changes in the vitreous gel), cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. Often these disorders cause a change in vision but some may be asymptomatic; therefore, it is important to have routine eye exams after age 40 years old,
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As a mother to three young children and a pediatrician, I spend a lot of time trying to encourage my own children to behave well and a good amount of time helping parents find ways to increase desirable behaviors and squelch, let’s say, well, less than desirable behaviors. Disciplining children is one of the most
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It feels like the theme of the past few newsletters has been the rapid passage of time. Crazy that it is October already. To really make me feel my gray hairs, we celebrated a number of “TVD Anniversaries” recently, and I’d like to give several members of #TeamTVD a shout out here: Dr. Sky Pittson,
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Cancer screening is one of the most powerful tools doctors use to detect cancer in its early stages. Early detection gives the best chance for effective treatment, often before symptoms even begin. For many cancers, catching the disease early can make a big difference in the outcome. Below is an easy-to-understand guide on the most
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As a pediatrician, I often remind families that preparedness is not just about staying safe during natural disasters or emergencies—it’s about peace of mind and ensuring your children know what to do when situations arise. Emergencies can happen unexpectedly, so having a plan and being prepared can make a significant difference. In this blog post,
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As teenagers find their new routines back in school and school workload ramps up, many are reminiscing about their carefree summer days that allowed them to sleep in and stay up late. Truly, many of us wish there were more hours in the day to get things done, but in reality, we should be wishing
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Once again, I am struck by the (rapid) passage of time. August? Really? At the end of this month, Dr. Maia Mossé will have been with The Village Doctor for a full year. And Dr. Milt McColl for two years. And, “wow”, Christie Warner, a full TEN years. Time does indeed fly, especially when you’re
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As a pediatrician, I see firsthand the impact that technology and the internet can have on children of all ages. The internet can be a wonderful tool for children, providing access to a wealth of information and opportunities for learning and creativity. However, it also comes with its fair share of dangers, from cyberbullying to
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VO2 max testing involves exercising on a treadmill or stationary bike while your oxygen consumption and carbon dioxide production among other biometric data are measured, reflecting your aerobic capacity and cardiovascular fitness. Several studies show higher risk of not only death from heart problems, but also all-cause mortality in people with lower fitness levels as
