While seeing patients, someone asked me this and I was a little taken aback. I realize we don’t really spend time talking to patients about how to manage the needles and lancets injection pens, infusion supplies etc., when in fact Endocrinology is such a subspecialty, where we use injectables so often and for so many diseases, such as dyslipidemia and osteoporosis, not just diabetes. Sharps is a ...
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November is diabetes awareness month, which makes it a great time to review some healthy living habits and remember the importance of preventative screening related to diabetes. Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death in diabetics, and diabetics are twice as likely to suffer a stroke or heart disease compared to non-diabetics. We also see an increased risk of kidney disease, poor ...
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As a mother of 2 and a full time doctor I find it challenging to fit a good work out into my day. Here is a quick and easy 10-20 mins work out routine one can do a few days a week at home. 20 jumping jacks 10 knee highs 15 squats 15 side leg raises 10 side lunges 20 second planks with 5 repetitions 20 gluteal raises. Working out for even 20 mins a day is beneficial for our overall health as well ...
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A few weeks ago, I saw a patient that came to see me for evaluation of testosterone replacement. He had been told by another provider that his fatigue was likely due to low testosterone even though his levels were in range and he denied low libido (sexual drive) per se. Upon asking questions, it turns out that the fatigue was likely due to his lack of sleep which in turn he attributed to a buzzing ...
COVID-19 and Autoimmune Thyroid Disease Because nearly every conversation these days seems to revolve around the topic of COVID-19, I thought I would continue the trend and try to answer some questions that I have frequently heard regarding COVID as it relates to a common endocrine condition. As both a thyroid patient and a thyroid doctor, I was interested in the topic of autoimmune thyroid ...
I feel very grateful that I got the vaccination against the coronavirus. Most of our group got the Moderna vaccine. Some of you have also already got at least your first dose of the vaccine- either Pfizer or the Moderna. Others have preferred to wait out of concerns of possible reactions, especially some of you who have had reactions to other vaccines in the past. Now for those of you who are ...
Tips to Manage Blood Sugars in the Heat! By: Jessica Hrdlicka MS, RD, LD/N, CDCES In South Florida we have officially reached the Wow it is HOT season! And while this is a great time to go swimming, meeting with friends and BBQs, the heat can play a big role on your blood sugars. The high temperatures can definitely cause sweating, dehydration and fatigue, but also high or low blood sugars. When ...
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Using the Basics to Manage Blood Sugars By: Jessica Hrdlicka MS, RD, LD/N, CDCES Many times we focus on diet and medications to control blood sugar levels or we want to blame diet and medications when we can’t reach our blood sugar goals, but have you considered using the basics? Many people do not understand that simple changes can yield huge results when trying to manage blood sugars! Here a few ...
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Knowing When to Switch Things Up! By: Jessica Hrdlicka MS, RD, LD/N, CDCES Are you stuck in a diabetes rut? Do you feel like what was working for your diabetes management isn’t working anymore? Do you feel stuck and unmotivated? Then maybe it’s time to switch things up! Examining your blood sugar trends, habits and emotions are a great place to start, but having extra help is a great way to get ...
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Did you know November is Diabetes Awareness Month? November 14 th is ‘World Diabetes Day' celebrated in honor of Dr. Frederick Banting, credited to have discovered insulin. The American Diabetic Association has been celebrating Diabetes Awareness month since 1975 in the United States. Millions of Americans are suffering from type 1 or type 2 diabetes. A lot of them are dealing with insulin ...
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Fatigue is one of the most common reasons for patients to seek evaluation by an endocrinologist. Appropriate evaluation for endocrine and metabolic causes could include tests for hypothyroidism or adrenal insufficiency or low testosterone or vitamin B12 deficiency or iron deficiency. But frequently these tests are negative and that we need to consider other possible causes. I Infectious diseases ...
It is common knowledge that patients with type 1 or type 2 DM can develop changes to their small vessels and develop complications of retina, kidneys, and nerves, named as diabetic retinopathy, nephropathy, and neuropathy. It is interesting to note, that microvascular complications are certainly associated with elevated blood glucose, poorly controlled blood pressure, and poorly controlled ...
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Start Your Spring with Veggie Filled Recipes! By: Geetanjali Kale, M.D As I take care of patients with Diabetes, metabolic syndrome, elevated cholesterol and obesity, I always ask patients what they eat in each day. I get variety responses. I find our diets are heavily influenced by prepackaged ingredients, refined flour, readymade foods, take outs. Patients are trying to eat healthy, make better ...
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Turn Your New Years Resolutions into Habits! By: Jessica Hrdlicka MS, RD, LD/N, CDCES It’s a New Year and let’s be honest most of us have already given up on our New Years resolutions. But this doesn’t have to be the year you out your health goals on the back burner. First start with S.M.A.R.T Goals. Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-Based Here are a few tips to make those ...
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Tips to Lose Weight this Summer! By: Jessica Hrdlicka MS, RD, LD/N, CDCES It’s Summertime! And for most of us that means BBQs, traveling, back to school & beating the Summer heat. Here are a few tips to still have fun & lose weight this Summer: Hydrate, but without sugar. It is recommended for men and women to consume anywhere from 9-13 cups of water per day depending on weight, height and ...
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