| Posted November 18, 2015 | By Aaron Milstone, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
Think you are the only one who feels tired and lethargic throughout your day? Think again. You are definitely not alone. Fatigue is one of the top 20 complaints people present to their physicians.
| Posted November 12, 2015 | By Twan Lansden, R.R.T., MSHA | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
It was once thought that smoking does permanent, irreversible damage to your lungs, but about 10 years ago, some studies showed that if you stop smoking, you can recoup some of the lung capacity you have lost.
| Posted October 9, 2015 | By Lanesia Johnson, M.S.HSA, R.T.(R)(M) | Categorized under WMC Happenings, Women's Health |
The 3D technology has been the most beneficial in detecting very small cancers in women who have dense breast tissue. In the more dense tissue, small, cancerous tumors can be difficult to find. Mammography is all about early detection and the outcomes are far better when these cancerous tumors are found early. Early detection is the key to survival and best possible outcomes.
| Posted October 6, 2015 | By Tracy Bruen, R.D. | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
Autumn provides a colorful blend of fruits and veggies that are naturally designed to protect your body from a winter full of colds and other seasonal illnesses. Here is a list of our favorite foods this time of year.
| Posted July 8, 2015 | By William Tissot, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
Many people think the symptoms of overactive bladder are part of the normal aging process and they just have to live with it. But that isn't true. There are many treatment options available.
| Posted May 28, 2015 | By Rand Hayes, M.D., R. Ph. | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
Family medicine physician Rand Hayes, M.D., offers the best ways to combat those pesky spring allergies.
| Posted May 21, 2015 | By Bernie Burgess, M.D. | Categorized under WMC Happenings, Women's Health |
Williamson Medical Center's accredited Breast Health Center will reopen in a new location on June 15 that will include all of its services under one roof.
| Posted April 22, 2015 | By John Klekamp, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
The spinal surgeries we are performing today at Williamson Medical Center are decidedly different than those we did 10 years ago. Nobody wants to think about having surgery on their spine, but with advances in technology, equipment and imaging, we can do more minimally invasive surgeries on the spine as an outpatient.
| Posted March 26, 2015 | By Jeffrey Suppinger, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
The key to successfully managing a healthier diet and a more active lifestyle might very well be sitting in your pocket right now. Today's technology arms a person with a powerful tool in the fight against obesity that people didn't have as little as five years ago. It's called the smartphone.
| Posted March 24, 2015 | By Mary McBean, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
Whether it's sore muscles from a day spent cleaning out the garage, contracting poison ivy while working in the garden or taking a spill from your newly dusted-off Rollerblades, springtime definitely can pack a punch to your body. By taking a few small precautions, spring doesn't have to be such a precarious time of year.
| Posted March 6, 2015 | By Amanda Daniel, R.N. | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
Falling on icy and snowy walkways is one of the most common causes of injury. Hospitals throughout Middle Tennessee have been busy treating a high volume of broken hips, sprained ankles and twisted knees due to the treacherous winter conditions. If you have to leave your house, please take note of a few safety tips to help you avoid an unwanted trip to the emergency room.
| Posted February 19, 2015 | By Brent Anderson, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer in America, and although there are some risk factors you can't really change, such as family history, there are also a number of risk factors that are modifiable and can change the outcome of your health.
| Posted November 13, 2014 | By Deanna Dillon, R.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
| Posted October 24, 2014 | By Shaefer Spires, M.D. | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
Learn the facts about the current Ebola situation in the United States and around the world, including symptoms, transmission and treatment
| Posted October 6, 2014 | By Bernie Burgess, M.D. | Categorized under Women's Health |
Having a family history does increase your risk of developing breast cancer, but it's not as high of a risk as many might think. It is only a slight increase in risk, but it is still a risk factor that deserves attention.
| Posted September 26, 2014 | By Joel Locke, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
There are multiple urology irregularities that can plague us as we age, but what many people may not know is that most of them can be fixed, and in many cases with a minimally invasive procedure.
| Posted September 24, 2014 | By Tracy Bruen, R.D. | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
Although many people are sad to see summer come to an end, nutritionally speaking, autumn brings with it a whole new batch of colorful, nutrient-dense, exciting options.
| Posted September 23, 2014 | By Lisa Mathews, R.D. | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
If you ever have a choice between fish, beef, pork or chicken for a meal — fish is an excellent choice. Here are 10 reasons why.
| Posted September 16, 2014 | By Scott Lieberman, M.D. | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
Everyone six months and older should get a flu vaccine each year. However, as with any disease that gets as much press as the flu does this time of year, there is an abundance of misinformation about influenza and the vaccination against it. Here are five of the most common misconceptions about the flu vaccine.
| Posted September 11, 2014 | By Tracy Bruen, R.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
Fruits and vegetables are "color-coded" to tell us how they can specifically help our bodies stay healthy.
| Posted September 10, 2014 | By Paloma Chastain, R.D. | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
Convenience and expense are two of the main excuses that get in the way of Americans eating healthy every day. But the truth is eating healthier doesn't have to break the bank or consume your entire day. These five tips will help you eat well on a budget.
| Posted August 28, 2014 | By Jennifer Santana, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
One out of five women will develop a urinary tract infection (UTI) some time in her life. Although its occurrence is much more common in women, men can develop a UTI as well.
| Posted August 28, 2014 | By *Unassigned* | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, WMC Happenings, Women's Health |
Whether you're new to Williamson County or you're just tired of bouncing from physician to physician, be sure to bookmark this list that includes the physician's office location, phone number and whether they accept Medicare and TENNCARE patients.
| Posted August 22, 2014 | By Nate Karlin | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
Great resources to help you and your family keep cool in the heat and stay hydrated all day, every day... even when it's 30 degrees outside
| Posted August 21, 2014 | By Jennifer Santana, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
Kidney stones are one of the more common ailments that develop inside the urinary tract and have the potential to cause severe pain. The good news is they are treatable and even very preventable.
| Posted August 12, 2014 | By Paloma Chastain, R.D. | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
Snacking does not have to be a detriment to our diets. When properly balanced with our meals, snacks can keep our energy tanks fueled and our appetites controlled. However, snacking can become harmful if we fall victim to mindless eating. Here are five tips to follow that will help you snack healthy and avoid mindless eating on the couch, at your desk, in front of the vending machine or the table of homemade sweets.
| Posted July 31, 2014 | By Maggie Womble | Categorized under Women's Health |
This is my story of how a little prick on my finger changed my life, and I hope it will change yours too.
| Posted July 15, 2014 | By Paloma Chastain, R.D. | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
Berries are colorful, sweet, fun to pick, and they're packed full of nutrients that are vital to our health.
| Posted June 18, 2014 | By Nate Karlin | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
Several cases of Chikungunya, a painful virus spread by mosquitoes, have been reported in recent weeks from these regions.
| Posted June 17, 2014 | By Laura Hunt, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
COPD is a term you may have heard of, but not be entirely familiar with. It stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and it is a broad category of diseases that includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Almost 100 percent of the time it is caused by cigarette smoking.
| Posted June 16, 2014 | By Cory Calendine, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
Nobody should have to live with constant pain in their hip and knee joints. Learn how new techniques and methods employed are reducing the amount of pain and recovery time associated with total joint replacements.
| Posted June 12, 2014 | By Nate Karlin | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
Because blood pressure can spike or dip drastically on any given day, you should never pass up an opportunity to make sure your numbers are they should be.
| Posted June 5, 2014 | By Brian Perkinson, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
Along with the aging Baby Boomer generation, advancements in total and partial joint replacement technology are leading to more joint replacement surgeries than ever before.
| Posted May 15, 2014 | By Shannon Lankford, NREMT-P | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
You don't need to be certified to save someone's life. Learn what you can do you ever see someone go into cardiac arrest.
| Posted May 13, 2014 | By Scott Lieberman, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
Aging is inevitable; how our bodies react is not. Dr. Scott Lieberman, M.D., provides a decade-by-decade breakdown of how our bodies change over time and what you can do mitigate the negative effects.
| Posted May 7, 2014 | By Andy Russell, M.D. | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
Do you know what to do if you or your child accidentally ingests harmful chemicals? Learn about what to look for and what to do in case of emergency.
| Posted May 6, 2014 | By Nate Brought, D.O. | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
As we enjoy these soaking up the summer sun, we also need to be aware of the possible damage overexposure can do to our skin if we aren't careful.
| Posted April 29, 2014 | By Aaron Milstone, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
Sleep is one of the most important things our bodies need to stay healthy, but sometimes our busy schedules or life's little problems-everything from insomnia to snoring and stress-can invade our precious time of rest that our bodies desperately need. Some problems are easier to fix than others, but it's important to realize how necessary a good night's sleep really is and to be aware of all the ways inadequate sleep can affect us throughout the day.
| Posted April 16, 2014 | By Jeffrey Poole, D.P.M. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
Nearly 10 percent of the population will develop heel pain at some point and it is largely caused by a lack of elasticity in the plantar fascia ligament that runs from your heel to your toes, which is commonly known as plantar fasciitis. Learn what you can do to prevent and treat it so you can continue to run, jump and play.
| Posted April 11, 2014 | By Melonee Hurt | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
Although antibiotics are one of the top three most prescribed medicines in this country, they are also among the most misunderstood and misused.
| Posted April 11, 2014 | By Devin Sherman, M.D. | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
The arrival of spring means allergies are abloom in Middle Tennessee. While itchy red eyes, sneezing or a runny nose are mild annoyances to many, allergens also can trigger sinusitis, asthma, chronic cough and other pulmonary-related problems.
| Posted April 8, 2014 | By William Daniel Halford, M.D. | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
With travel to all corners of the world come risks of infectious diseases for which we as Americans have no immunity. Learn which vaccines you may need before traveling internationally.
| Posted April 2, 2014 | By Jennifer Santana, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
The benefits of having blood pressure under control are many. Numerous studies have concluded that blood pressure reduction is the major determinant of reducing our risk of death due to heart attacks and strokes, in both younger and older patients.
| Posted March 27, 2014 | By Sarah Neil Pilkinton, R.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
One of the best ways to stop mindless eating is to change your environment to promote healthy food choices. But when doing business over meals and cocktails, you may not have a choice of environment. If you have to conduct business over food or drinks, keep in mind these four tips to help prevent your diet from getting derailed.
| Posted March 18, 2014 | By Ian Byram, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
Spring is here. And with the change in seasons often comes a renewal in exercise and fitness. After three months of hibernation, you're now ready to hit the pavement or gym to get back into your old exercise routine or start a new one. But, wait. Before you lace up your running shoes or attend your first spin class, you should be aware of some problems you may encounter if rushing into a routine too quickly.
| Posted March 17, 2014 | By Heather Leusink, C.E.P., M.S. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
Many of us choose to eat healthier and exercise more because we know they're important for our health. But when life gets in the way, it's easy to push aside these lifestyle changes and tell ourselves we can get to them tomorrow. Before we know it, a week, a month, a year goes by and the resolution is gone. Here are five tips to help you stay motivated, remain on track and reach your goals.
| Posted March 13, 2014 | By Dustin Smith, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
You have a sharp, escalating pain in your lower abdomen accompanied by a fever and maybe even vomiting. More often than not, you're going to be diagnosed with one of three things: a hernia, diverticulitis or appendicitis. So, what's the difference?
| Posted March 7, 2014 | By William Edmondson, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
Grilling shouldn't be about cooking up the biggest, baddest piece of red meat on the market. When deciding what to grill, think white meat over red meat and be aware of sneaky sodium.
| Posted March 6, 2014 | By Starling C. Evins, M.D. | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
Probably the single most important document you will ever put your signature on is something 80 percent of Americans don't have. It's called an advance directive and it could radically change your life and the lives of your closest loved ones.
| Posted February 20, 2014 | By Joel Phares, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
Although cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer in America, it doesn't have to be. If we can make simple lifestyle changes such as losing weight and kicking the smoking habit, we greatly reduce our risk of cardiovascular diseases.
| Posted February 17, 2014 | By Melonee Hurt | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
Roughly five percent of adults are impacted every winter by Seasonal Affective Disorder, a condition in which lack of sunlight affects a person's energy level, sleep patterns and ability to think clearly. Family medicine physician Arthur Williams, D.O., explains why SAD occurs and what you can do to feel better.
| Posted February 14, 2014 | By Arthur Williams, D.O. | Categorized under Families, Men's Health, Women's Health |
You know how you are. You think you can do it all. Whether it’s an insane work-related schedule packed full of travel and meetings or just a monster to-do list for a busy Mom, we tend to push ourselves to unattainable limits. This, my friends, creates stress.
| Posted February 11, 2014 | By Christopher Stark, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
We all strive to have balance in our daily schedule. But what about in our muscles? The key to preventing long-term injuries is balance—balance among our muscle groups and balance between weight training and aerobic fitness. Here are four things you can do to improve your balance and help prevent injuries.
| Posted February 7, 2014 | By John Klekamp, M.D. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
For many of us, we sit in a chair for eight hours a day, five days a week. We stare at a computer screen all day, and the most movement we do is in our wrists and fingers as we type. Yet millions of Americans every year suffer from neck and back pain in a workplace setting.
| Posted February 5, 2014 | By John Maloof, M.D. | Categorized under Women's Health |
The most recent statistics show that something like 40 to 50 percent of Americans are overweight. What that means is the excessive obesity is leading to more high blood pressure, cholesterol abnormalities, diabetes and ultimately more heart disease. Here are three things you should keep in mind as set your weight-loss goal.
| Posted February 4, 2014 | By Amanda Daniel, R.N. | Categorized under Men's Health, Women's Health |
The more medications we take on a daily basis, the greater risk we have of experiencing adverse and potentially lethal reactions. You can help prevent the occurrence of dangerous side effects by maintaining an accurate list of all medications and understanding what you are taking and why.
| Posted November 7, 2013 | By Sarah Neil Pilkinton, R.D. | Categorized under Women's Health |
The most important thing is to remind yourself during a business meal is you're there to do business, not to eat, so use that time for what it is really about.
| Posted July 11, 2013 | By Melonee Hurt | Categorized under Women's Health |
For many moms-to-be, keeping up with the latest "dos" and "don'ts" of pregnancy is a full-time job. Jacqueline Stafford, M.D., obstetrician and gynecologist at Vanderbilt Franklin Women's Center, says recent improvements in prenatal recommendations and screenings are setting the stage for healthier moms, and babies. Here are four things moms-to-be should do to help their baby develop properly and arrive healthy.