When to Transition From a Pediatrician to an Internist
If you have a child, you know how important visits to the doctor can be. You always want to make sure that your kids are avoiding illness and otherwise living a healthy life, but at what point do you leave the pediatrician and opt for an internist? Figuring out when to transition your child out […]
Can Supplements Help Prevent Fractures in Older Adults?
Here at Matthews Internal Medicine, we always focus on preventative medicine when possible. One of our areas of expertise is osteoporosis prevention. As we get older and our bones get more brittle and prone to breaking, there are steps that you can take to keep your bones healthier as you age. Still, fractures can happen. […]
What is the Difference Between Internal Medicine and Family Medicine?
Here at Matthews Internal Medicine, we know that some medical terms can be a bit confusing. Some that might throw you off are internal medicine and family medicine. They are sometimes used interchangeably, but there are actually some significant differences between them. Both specialties have their own place and unique history. Let’s take a closer […]
How Often Do I Need a Physical Exam?
One of our main focuses here at Matthews Internal Medicine is preventative care. We want to help you by spotting risk factors for disease and fixing small problems before they become bigger ones. One way we do that is with a physical exam. When you come to our office, we can run tests and look […]
Alcohol & Osteoporosis: How Consuming Alcohol Leads to Bone Loss
Here at Matthews Internal Medicine, we’re always placing a big focus on preventative medicine. We can help cure or manage a disease, but our goal is to help prevent the development of it in the first place. One disease that we try to help our patients prevent is osteoporosis. This can affect many elderly people, […]
Identifying the Signs of Heart Disease
At Matthews Internal Medicine, our main priority is to help you avoid disease in the first place. We can help you when you’re sick, but it’s far more effective to focus on preventative care and helping you live a healthy lifestyle. By living a healthier life and keeping an eye out for any strange symptoms, […]
7 Foods That Help Build Strong Bones
At Matthews Internal Medicine, we believe that the best medicine is preventative care. It’s easier to try to avoid some conditions with a healthy lifestyle and visits to your physician than it is to deal with chronic problems later. One ailment that we need to be conscious of as we age is osteoporosis. This disease […]