Expert Health Tips
At Bryan, we have over 570 specialty and family practice doctors to care for any need you have. Plus, a staff of highly skilled nurses, therapists and other health experts. All work together as a team to help you enjoy the best of life. Take advantage of their expertise in areas that interest you with our blogs, podcasts, health emails and online screenings. And, if you need a doctor, we can help with that too!
Recent Posts From Our Health Experts
How to Lower Your Cholesterol
Do you have high cholesterol? Or have you been told to watch your cholesterol level? You might wonder what steps to take. Eat healthier, maybe more veggies? Exercise more? Limit calories? So many questions! I hope to help provide a little direction to help you. What...
Breast Cancer & Lymphedema
Lymphedema is a condition that occurs in one in five breast cancer patients. It might occur right after surgery or radiation therapy, or it might happen months or years later or not at all. If lymphedema is not treated, it can become debilitating and cause an...
Knee Pain & Surgery: How to Avoid It & When to Know It’s Time
If you’re experiencing knee pain, you might be wondering what you can do to avoid surgery and when surgery might be your best option. Here are answers to these common questions and information to help you determine next steps to resolve your knee pain. Knee Pain, Why?...
Acupuncture: Ancient Medicine with Modern Applications
My interest in acupuncture started while working alongside an acupuncturist in Anchorage, Alaska, at a large medical clinic. I was working as an X-ray technician, massage therapist and laboratory technician. I was also experiencing chronic neck pain due to a...
Preparing for a New Family Member
3,591,328—the number of babies born in the U.S. in 2023. Wow! That’s a lot of homes adding a new family member. And what about the 1 in 25 U.S. families who have at least one adopted child? Or the six million U.S. households that have more than three generations...
8 Tips to Avoid Injury: Insights from Sports Medicine Trainers
Whether you’re a weekend warrior, a recreational sports enthusiast or professional athlete, we can all use tips to avoid injury and stay healthy. We asked our athletic trainers to share some of their best tips.1. Listen to Your Body & Address Pain or Discomfort...
New Advances in Care: What Do I Need to Know If Someone I Love Is a Past or Current Smoker?
We all know it — smoking is not good for you. Yet for many, it is a reality of our daily lives. Let’s face it, it’s addictive and it’s often not easy to stop. And some people don’t want to quit. Given all of this, what’s a person to do? What steps can you take to make...
How to Avoid Burnout in Work & Life
Do you feel sluggish and exhausted? Can simple tasks seem overwhelming to complete? Have you found yourself so stressed out that you quickly become angry or frustrated? If you’ve noticed feeling this way, you might be experiencing burnout. Burnout can be difficult to...
Let’s Talk Osteoporosis: How to Keep Your Bones Strong
It might seem hard to believe but we reach our peak bone mass in our late 20s or early 30s. From there, men and women start to lose some amount of bone density throughout their lifetime. The loss in bone density causes an abnormal structure and ultimately weakens our...
Multiple Sclerosis and Dietary Changes
As a neurologist and subspecialist in multiple sclerosis, I am dedicated to helping patients with MS live their best lives. Many patients have questions about how dietary changes can impact their life. You will find that a well-balanced diet fuels your body and...
Six Common Ways We Struggle During Holidays
Elvis once sang about feeling blue at Christmas time, and I’m here to tell you: It’s perfectly normal to feel that way. There are many reasons why your days may not be merry and bright around the holiday season. Jam-packed social calendars, deadlines at work, loss of...
Straight Talk on Mammograms and Breast Cancer
The primary focus of most women is not themselves. Women for the most part are focused on taking care of their family and put themselves at the bottom of the list. It is time to change this way of thinking and put you and your priorities at the top of your list! You...
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Online Screenings: A Simple Test Could Save Your Life
Take time for yourself and your health. Some health conditions can be predicted and prevented. But you have to take action. Free, confidential online health screenings are a great way to find out if you’re at risk for health problems.
Care When You Need It
Getting sick or hurt is never convenient. From minor illnesses and injuries to serious health conditions, turn to Bryan. We provide the expertise and care you need. Choose from our online Bryan Health ezVisit to Bryan Urgent Care walk-in clinic to three emergency rooms ready to help you.
