By Mark R. McLaughlin, MD We all know people who have accomplished amazing things in their 70s, 80s and 90s — from earning advanced college degrees to publishing books or completing remarkable works of art. What do all of these people have in common? Their incredible work [...]
By Moustafa H. Shafey, MD When it comes to modern medicine and healthcare, the only thing that stays the same is – well, quite simply, change. Whether it’s the technology that allows us to peer deep into the body or the medicines and treatments that improve the lives of [...]
By Joshua J. Raymond, MD, MPH, FAAFP, CMD The odds are that you know or will know someone who suffers from dementia. After all, an estimated 1 in 6 women, and 1 in 10 men who live past the age of 55 will develop dementia during their lifetime. [...]
By James A. Ware, Jr., MD A 49-year-old male with diabetes and high blood pressure arrived at CentraState Medical Center’s Emergency Department by ambulance with rapidly fluctuating stroke symptoms. In seconds, he had lost all strength in his right side and was unable to speak. The Primary [...]
By Mark R. McLaughlin, MD, FACS We were all shocked and saddened to hear about the 49-year-old female television news reporter who suddenly passed away from a cerebral aneurysm. This sad case compelled many to wonder why these aneurysms happen to seemingly healthy people and how they [...]
