Chronic Care Management Westmed's new chronic care management (CCM) program is a customized set of activities provided by our team to keep you as healthy as possible. The program is designed for eligible patients with…
More than six million Americans battle Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia. Although the number of affected patients continues to climb worldwide, myths and misconceptions still abound when it comes to this progressive…
You're no doubt making plans for summer travel and getaways. But a spike in COVID-19 cases and news about the monkeypox virus could have you worrying about the risks of traveling domestically and/or abroad. Read…
Both research and anecdotal evidence show that men avoid seeking health care. In fact, one study shows that among 1,174 men surveyed, 72 percent would rather do household chores, like cleaning the bathroom or mowing…
Americans live longer today than ever before. More than one in every seven adults in the U.S. is 65 or older—and the average person can now expect to celebrate their 78th birthday. Prevention is the…
You may have noticed some lab results posted to your Patient Portal sooner than before. This change reflects a federal law called the 21st Century Cures Act. What is the 21st Century Cures Act? The…
Are you taking advantage of Medicare’s free Annual Wellness Visit (AWV)? The AWV allows you and your provider to focus on key areas for staying well: disease prevention and detection and health promotion. If you’re…
Westmed’s *new* My Westmed Patient App integrates seamlessly with the tools and resources you need to manage your healthcare needs. Make an Appointment Tap on the profile of your preferred provider and select “Book Now”…
Spring is always a long-awaited time of year. But as Dmitry Volfson, DO, Chief of Urgent Care Medicine for CityMD, says, “As the days get longer, the weather is warmer, which leads to an increase…
When it comes to their health, many women believe that they aren't taken as seriously as men. Studies prove that unintentional gender bias does exist: When women report the same symptoms as men, they receive…
You never leave the house without applying sunscreen. You visit your dermatologist for annual skin checks, and you make a concerted effort to steer clear of the sun’s rays. Those are all great ways to…
Atopic dermatitis, often referred to as eczema, is a chronic and common skin condition that causes breakouts of red, itchy, or scaly rashes. Every year these irritated and inflamed areas of skin affect more than…
As the weather warms up and plants begin to bloom, there's another sign of the seasons changing you may have noticed — and aren't too thrilled about: spring allergies. Allergies associated with a change of…
Allergic reactions. Viruses. Sun exposure. There are dozens of reasons why your child may suddenly break out in a rash. These outbreaks of bumps, hives, redness, or scaly areas on the skin can be swollen,…
