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The Village Doctor Newsletter – Week of June 30, 2025
A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of being on a panel of experts for the Bay Area Multi-Cancer Early Detection (MCED) Summit at the Stanford Faculty Club. While it was nice to be back in my
Hormone Therapy Today: What We Know, What’s Changed
For much of the late 20th century, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) was routinely prescribed to millions of women transitioning through menopause. It was heralded not only for its ability to relieve the often-debilitating symptoms of menopause—such as hot
A New Kid on the Block: Journavx for pain control
It has been a long time coming…two decades. There hasn’t been a new pain medication that is non-narcotic since the turn of the century, but here it is. Journavx is pronounced “Jur Na Vix”, and the generic name
What Happens After 18? Care That Grows With Your Child
At The Village Doctor, we support the transition from pediatric care with compassion and continuity. In a recent discussion with a friend who was surprised to learn we care for patients in their early 20s, I was reminded
Is Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Worth It?
We hear this question all the time—“Is it really worth seeing a pelvic floor physical therapist?” And our answeris: absolutely. Especially if you’re experiencing symptoms that have been brushed off as “normal” but are interfering with your quality of life. Do
The Village Doctor Newsletter – Week of May 26, 2025
Unbelievably, this school year is drawing to a close. Having been part of the Woodside community for these past 20 years, one of the highlights of middle school “graduation” is the Woodside Elementary School “Operetta”, a Woodside tradition
Mental Health Awareness Month: A Reminder to Check In
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to bring attention to a vital part of our overall well-being that is too often overlooked. The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that nearly 1 in 5 adults in
Fluoride, Facts, and Our Children’s Health: What Every Parent Should Know
Recently, you may have come across alarming headlines or social media posts claiming that fluoride in tap water causes reduced IQ, cancer, or other serious health concerns. As a pediatrician, I understand how unsettling these claims can be—especially
Ponce de Leon spent decades in a futile search for the Fountain of Youth. Pity, because most of the elements you need to increase your lifespan and healthspan are within most everyone’s reach. In Concierge Medicine, we deal
The Village Doctor Newsletter – Week of April 29, 2025
“May Day, May Day, May Day”! Well, not in the original sense, but rather a shout out and invitation to join The Village Doctor (TVD) and the Town of Woodside in the 103rd Annual May Day Run and
The Village Doctor Newsletter – Week of June 30, 2025
A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of being on a panel of experts for the Bay Area Multi-Cancer
Hormone Therapy Today: What We Know, What’s Changed
For much of the late 20th century, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) was routinely prescribed to millions of women transitioning through
A New Kid on the Block: Journavx for pain control
It has been a long time coming…two decades. There hasn’t been a new pain medication that is non-narcotic since the
What Happens After 18? Care That Grows With Your Child
At The Village Doctor, we support the transition from pediatric care with compassion and continuity. In a recent discussion with
Is Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Worth It?
We hear this question all the time—“Is it really worth seeing a pelvic floor physical therapist?” And our answeris: absolutely. Especially if you’re
The Village Doctor Newsletter – Week of May 26, 2025
Unbelievably, this school year is drawing to a close. Having been part of the Woodside community for these past 20
Mental Health Awareness Month: A Reminder to Check In
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to bring attention to a vital part of our overall well-being that
Fluoride, Facts, and Our Children’s Health: What Every Parent Should Know
Recently, you may have come across alarming headlines or social media posts claiming that fluoride in tap water causes reduced
Ponce de Leon spent decades in a futile search for the Fountain of Youth. Pity, because most of the elements
The Village Doctor Newsletter – Week of April 29, 2025
“May Day, May Day, May Day”! Well, not in the original sense, but rather a shout out and invitation to
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