Search Results for: PCP
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Treating Obesity as a Chronic Disease
David Rometo, MD, Clinical Director of the UPMC Center for Obesity Medicine, discusses a shift in mindset when it comes to weight loss, and approaches that can benefit a patient’s overall health.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Article - 5 Minute Read
When to Seek Help for Joint Pain
Joint pain affects millions of people, and can be chronic and severe. Learn what causes joint pain and when to see a doctor.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Article - 6 Minute Read
How to Make a Doctor’s Appointment
If you're young and healthy, going to the doctor may not feel like a high priority. But here's why it should be — and tips to get started.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 7 Minute Read
What Happens After You Get in a Car Accident?
Millions of motor vehicle accidents happen in the U.S. each year, leading to minor or severe injuries and even death. Learn what to do after a crash.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Do I Really Need an Annual Physical?
Although you may not think you need to see your primary care physician every year for a checkup, making that annual trip is important.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Need Medical Care? Here’s How to Make the Right Choice
There are more choices for health care than ever before — urgent care, emergency care, your PCP, and even telehealth visits. Here, we break down your options.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Avoiding Infectious Disease During Travel
Staying healthy is important to consider when planning to travel internationally, according to Carolyn Fernandes, MD, director, UPMC Travel Health Program.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 5 Minute Read
What Is Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy?
Pelvic floor physical therapy seeks to improve function in the abdomen and pelvis. It's a care option for many different people. Learn more about the process.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Article - 5 Minute Read
How Often Should You Visit the Doctor?
You know you should see a doctor for screenings and checkups. But how often should you go — and which doctors do you need to see? Here's what you need to know.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness