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
Mammograms: Let’s Talk about the Elephant in the Room
I’m a woman, I’ve had a mammogram, and yes, I admit, it was painful—for a few seconds each time the compression occurred to make sure the best image was obtained. Although, at the time, it seemed longer than a few seconds, that’s all it was.
Put a Stop to Stress Eating
With fall just around the corner, there are so many changes happening—the weather getting cooler, school starting, and everyone seems to have a fall project or two to complete before the holidays.
Concussions 101: Know the Signs & Symptoms and How to Care for Your Child
What is a concussion? A concussion is a brain injury caused by harm to the head or whiplash causing violent movement of the brain within the skull. Learn more about signs, symptoms, and prevention!
Surviving Blood Draws with Your Kids
As a medical laboratory scientist, I have an interesting perspective on providing and surviving blood draws with kids because I had the unfortunate experience of performing my oldest child’s first blood draw.
Is My Child Summer-Ready?
As a doctor, my goal is to keep children happy and healthy all year long. It is a great privilege to partner with parents to provide for the physical and emotional well-being of children through every stage of development.
Could the Prescription Drugs in Your Cabinet Put You or Others at Risk?
Prescription drug abuse is at an all-time high in the U.S. More than 1,600 teens begin abusing prescription drugs each day. Young adults (ages 18-25) are the largest abusers of prescription drugs.
Gestational Diabetes: What Expecting Mothers Should Know
The birth of your baby is one of the most exciting events in your life. As a board certified maternal and fetal medicine specialist, it is my job to support women and their babies through pregnancy.
Three Tips for a Healthy Heart
Did you know that heart disease is the number one killer for both men and women in the United States, leading to over 700,000 deaths each year? That may be a scary statistic, but the good news is heart disease can be prevented.
Everything You Need to Know About RSV
RSV can be a life-threatening illness for some infants. As a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) nurse with 11 years experience who went back to school to become a neonatal nurse practitioner — a specialty I have been privileged to practice for the past eight years —...
3 Vaccines Important to Your Health
Vaccines are an important part of keeping diseases and infections at bay for both you and your children. As a doctor, I work to educate families on the importance of vaccines, different kinds of vaccines and at what age and how often vaccines should be given.
ER, Urgent Care or Virtual Care – Which is Best for Me?
This week we opened our new Bryan East Campus ER. In designing the new ER, we took into account the needs of patients, families, EMS responders and our staff to include many new features that improve care and convenience for patients.
Guided Breast Cancer Care with Bryan Oncology Nurse Navigators
October brings shorter days, cooler temperatures and falling leaves. It also brings awareness to breast cancer, a disease impacting millions of women each year.
Tune in to…Bryan Health Radio
Want to know more about a health topic, or tips to stay well? Our 10-minute podcasts provide practical, useful advice for a lifetime of good health. And, they’re easy to listen to while you’re on the go, at work or at home. Get valuable health information from doctors and health experts. Listen to or download a free podcast today!
Stay Informed For Your Health
You and your family are unique. At Bryan Health, we have a variety of classes, events, podcasts and more for all stages of life.
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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.
