When you are sick it can be easy to get caught up in the hassle of trying to get a doctor’s appointment. But if you rush the process, you might not get as much out of the appointment as you really need. Before you head to see the internist, take a few moments to prepare yourself for the appointment.

Preparing for a Doctor’s Visit

Before you head to the doctor, you need to deal with some practical things. Make sure that the doctor accepts your insurance, and determine what your co-payment will be, if you have one. When you call to make your appointment, make sure to give the office Read More →

When you have a medical problem, it can be difficult to determine what kind of doctor you need simply because there are so many different specialties. In many cases, your primary care physician will be able to handle the problem or will be able to refer you to someone who can. One of the most common referrals PCPs make is to internists. Read More →

Dr Kavita Rao, like many other medical professionals in the US, offers flu shots – and actively recommends that people have one. However, flu shots are often shrouded in mystery; with the most common question being ‘do you really need one?’ Here’s the answer to that question, plus a few other misunderstandings cleared up along the way!

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Breast cancer, along with skin cancer, is the most common form of the disease in the US. Each year, there are approximately 231, 840 new cases of breast cancer in this country alone, and 40,290 deaths caused by the condition.

Regrettably, many of those deaths could have been prevented, had the woman in question been more aware of abnormalities occurring in her breasts. This is why being breast aware is so important. Read More →

Caring for someone with dementia is an enormous responsibility, particularly as the condition progresses. Dementia causes gradual cognitive decline, which means that the sufferer may slowly start to struggle with even basic everyday tasks. If the condition isn’t managed successfully, it can be hugely difficult for the carer, emotionally, mentally and physically.

Coping as a Carer with the Help of an Internist

If the person suffering from dementia is a parent or grandparent, it’s only natural that you want them to receive the best possible care. Whether you’re taking a lot of the responsibility on yourself or hiring a carer to help, it’s really important to get the right medical expertise to support you. Read More →