David Sherer, MD, author of What Your Doctor Won’t Tell You. Now retired from his clinical anesthesiology practice in the suburbs of Washington, DC, he is a repeat winner of HealthTap’s leading anesthesiologists award. DrDavidSherer.com
In the battle against COVID-19, we can find hope from another long-feared viral disease, hepatitis C. If you are at high risk, talk to your doctor about getting tested.
You likely know more your hair stylist than the people watching over your health. Here’s the education and cost doctors endure to be able to treat you.
New mothers are especially at risk of migraine after giving birth, whether vaginal or by C-section. Self-defense against this anesthesia side effect.
Prepare in advance for better care during a telemedicine consult. Eight-point checklist to help you communicate efficiently and effectively.
The COVID-19 pandemic has raised fears about being on a ventilator. Here’s what it means…plus tips should that unlikely but daunting prospect arise.
The fear and anxiety surrounding coronavirus are off the charts.
As a physician who has studied epidemiology, statistics and infectious disease, I believe the risks of the new coronavirus are overblown. Here’s why…
The number of doctors in the US will soon be insufficient to meet America's growing and aging populace. Six steps to protect ourselves.
Why a miracle cure for sickle cell disease gives hope for patients with cancer, neurologic, autoimmune, endocrine and other "hopeless" diseases.
Many people make New Year’s resolutions that are broken by Valentine’s Day. But, if you plan to keep one resolution, let it be this…
Long ER visits have been an issue for years but it appears to be getting worse. Seven steps you can take to help yourself and others.
Why is it that men are so stubborn about taking care of themselves? Articles put out by The Huffington Post…
Emotional illness is the one commonly avoided health issue. Sufferers are mistakenly seen as deficient in character, moral fiber or both.
20% of medical school enrollment is at osteopathic schools. How their training differs from a medical doctor’s and how it affects your care…
After 35 years in medicine, my favorite new therapies, tests and trends that I’ve observed personally and read about or heard discussed at conferences.