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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.

Free medical care at the Med School!

Posted on May 3, 2016 by drlesliegreenberg



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Free mammograms in Reno

Posted on April 26, 2016 by drlesliegreenberg
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What treatment is best for appendicitis?

Posted on April 25, 2016 by drlesliegreenberg

Appendicitis is when a part of the small intestine (called the appendix) is inflamed.  Each of us has an approximate 7% lifetime risk of having appendicitis. Why is appenditis important?  Death can result if appendicitis isn’t treated.  If the appendix … Continue reading →

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Who and why should we screen for diabetes?

Posted on April 18, 2016 by drlesliegreenberg

Why should we care about diabetes screening?  Uncontrolled diabetes can lead to blindness, limb amputation, kidney failure, and vascular and heart disease. Does it work?  Screening patients before signs and symptoms has been found to lead to earlier diagnosis (and … Continue reading →

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LGBTQ youth gets hope from “It Gets Better”

Posted on April 6, 2016 by drlesliegreenberg

The “It Gets Better” Program was started in 2010 and it connects to youth through the internet in the form of videos of celebrities and politicians with the message… “It Gets Better.” What is LGBTQ?  This is the term for lesbian, … Continue reading →

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The Zika Virus: What to know?!

Posted on March 30, 2016 by drlesliegreenberg

How long has this infection been around?  The Zika virus has been in the news recently. But, it is not new.  It was first isolated from a monkey in 1947 in Uganda.  Then there was an outbreak in Micronesia in 2007.  It … Continue reading →

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Do you like sugary drinks?

Posted on March 16, 2016 by drlesliegreenberg

Sugar-sweetened beverages are now linked with a 27% increase in visceral adipose tissue, (meaning fat).  Also, sugar-sweetened drinks are linked with cardiovascular diasease and type 2 diabetes.  There is a growing body (…pun intended!) of literature showing that these beverages … Continue reading →

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Migraines may increase stroke risk

Posted on March 9, 2016 by drlesliegreenberg

A new study out that reviewed 11,663 older adults (average age 59) showed that patients with migraine with aura were at an increased risk of cardioembolic strokes.  This study followed over 11,000 people for 18 years and those with migraine WITH … Continue reading →

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A syphilis resurgence!

Posted on March 3, 2016 by drlesliegreenberg

Las Vegas is experiencing the highest rate of syphilis in the Western United States.   Other sites with a significant increase in cases are Kansas, Pennsylvania and Hawaii. Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease that has been around since the Roman … Continue reading →

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Asthma increases women’s heart disease risk

Posted on February 23, 2016 by drlesliegreenberg

A history of asthma was independently associated with a 24% increase in the risk of new-onset heart disease (meaning strokes and heart attacks) among postmenopausal women. The Women’s Health Initiative study including 90,168 women between ages 50 – 79 showed … Continue reading →

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