Puget Sound Health Alliance recently released the results of it’s 2011-2012 Patient Experience with Primary Care Providers in the Puget Sound Region. This survey was mailed to approximately 90,000 people in the Puget Sound area and asked patients to rate the experience they had with their provider and the provider’s…
No one wants their body to deteriorate because they haven’t taken care of their health. Maintaining good health requires that you see a health provider at least once a year and take preventive care seriously. Many health issues can be identified through regular check-ups and screenings, and…
Now that it’s summer, many people are wearing flip-flops and sandals to beat the heat. While these may keep your feet cooler, they’re not the best shoes for your feet. It’s common to develop pain through the heel or arch when you wear shoes that don’t have proper support. The…
There are two silent killers that threaten people’s health. The more you know about them, the better you’ll be able to identify the symptoms and seek treatment to maintain your good health. High Blood Pressure The first of the silent killers is high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. Unless people…
Many people do not realize the importance of having a family healthcare provider. If you or one of your family members gets sick, can’t you just head to the nearest walk-in clinic for treatment? While this may solve your immediate problem, having a family provider is important for preventing future…
WWMG’s Family Medicine providers are always here for you and every member of your family, young and old. With this in mind, have you ever thought about why it is important to have a family provider? Why not just go to a walk-in clinic or the emergency room when you…
Injuries are a leading cause of disability for people of all ages, and the leading cause of death for Americans ages 1 to 44. When people practice safe behaviors, they can help prevent injuries – and even death. That’s why we’re celebrating National Safety Month. Make a difference: This month,…
For people who are traveling abroad, getting the appropriate vaccinations is an important item on the pre-trip to do list. If your summer travel plans are taking you outside of the United States, make an appointment with your family medicine provider to find out what types of vaccinations…
A podiatrist is a doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM), also known as a podiatric physician or surgeon, qualified by their education and training to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the foot, ankle and related structures of the leg. Podiatrists are uniquely qualified among medical professionals to treat the foot and…
Some people are on their feet all day long with little time to sit and rest. Others may sit at work but wear shoes that don’t properly support their feet when they do get up. And the surfaces we stand and walk on, like cement or concrete, can be very…
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