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About drlesliegreenberg

I have been practicing as a family physician for over 20 years--as both an educator of physicians and clinician. From infancy to the elderly, I perform obstetrics and general medicine. I love my career and am passionate about my field of knowledge and my patients. Follow me on Facebook at Leslie Md Greenberg Medical Disclaimer The content of this website is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended as, nor should it be considered a substitute for, professional medical advice. Do not use the information on this website for diagnosing or treating any medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical problem, promptly contact your professional healthcare provider.

Do you need one more reason to breastfeed?

Posted on August 31, 2017 by drlesliegreenberg

Do you need one more reason to breastfeed? Breastfeeding has been found to help the infant populate their gut biome.   A study was recently done which showed that there is vertical transfer of microbes from the mother to her … Continue reading →

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What you should know about spider bites

Posted on August 24, 2017 by drlesliegreenberg

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My high school reunion side-bar medical question…

Posted on August 14, 2017 by drlesliegreenberg

I attended my high-school reunion this weekend and a friend sidelined me to ask if she could ask me a medical question.  Of course! Truly, I am a family physician everywhere I go.  Medicine is a passion and a way … Continue reading →

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I’m teaching doctors obstetrics!

Posted on August 9, 2017 by drlesliegreenberg

I’m teaching doctors obstetrics here at University of Nevada School of Medicine family medicine residency program.

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Great editorial on the changing medical times…

Posted on July 27, 2017 by drlesliegreenberg

Great editorial on the changing medical times… In a recent Family Medicine journal one physician poetically writes about that contemporary medical practice is a continuous process of updating medical practices and frank change.  “Choosing Wisely” is a new practice which … Continue reading →

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Proton pump weaning…

Posted on July 20, 2017 by drlesliegreenberg

Proton pump weaning…  Many patients are on PPIs (like omeprazole) for gastroesophageal reflux disease.  It is thought that PPIs should only be used on a short-term basis for conditions like reflux or erosive esophagitis. Consider stopping the PPI medication and … Continue reading →

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Traveling soon? See your family doctor for pretravel medical advice!

Posted on July 13, 2017 by drlesliegreenberg

Pre-travel medical consultation will review many aspects of your trip– your destination, itinerary, medical history, immunization history and other details.   The best time to be seen is 6 weeks before departure to maximize benefit of immunizations and other preventive measures. Did … Continue reading →

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Premenstrual dysphoric disorder. What is it? How to treat it?

Posted on July 6, 2017 by drlesliegreenberg

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder “PMDD”, aka “PMS.”  The strict criteria of this disorder affects up to 12% of women, although 80% of women report at least one physical (or psychiatric) symptom during the luteal phase (last 2 weeks of their “month”).  Most … Continue reading →

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Want better eye health?

Posted on June 29, 2017 by drlesliegreenberg

There are four common conditions that cause vision loss as we age. Diabetic retinopathy.  If you have diabetes, you should be seen by an ophthalmologist.  The timeframe for starting these yearly eye visits are 5 years after type1 diabetes and … Continue reading →

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I won a teaching award!

Posted on June 26, 2017 by drlesliegreenberg

I won a teaching award this weekend. The family medicine resident physicians awarded me “Outstanding Faculty Preceptor” at the University of Nevada Reno Family Medicine Residency Program.   What an honor! My passion is family medicine and teaching and mentoring. … Continue reading →

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