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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 think you need your (or your kid’s) tonsils out?

Posted on September 20, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

More than 530,000 tonsillectomies are performed annually on US children.  The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery has provided an evidence-based (meaning there is good research) guide to identify patients who may most benefit from tonsillectomy. You may ask. . … Continue reading →

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Multivitamins: Do young children need them? – MayoClinic.com

Posted on September 18, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

I was asked recently to comment on if multivitamins are needed for children. “The run-of-the-mill child who is thriving does not require a multivitamin,”  says Dr. Jatinder Bhatia, chair of the AAP’s committee on nutrition.   There are a few sets of patients … Continue reading →

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Is caffeine harmful to a pregnancy? How much can you safely have?

Posted on September 15, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

British Medical Journal published a study of 2,635 low-risk pregnant patients, their caffeine consumption amounts, and pregnancy outcomes.  The results were pretty interesting.   The study was performed because past studies had shown that caffeine use of more than 300 mg a … Continue reading →

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Are you interested in the HCG diet?

Posted on September 13, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Have you heard the “buzz” about the HCG diet?  I have.   My patients asked me to research it.  I think this is a great article and I especially love the FDA’s use of the words “fraudulent” and “illegal.”  Read on. . . HCG Diet … Continue reading →

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Does acupuncture help headaches?

Posted on September 11, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Yes!  A Cochrane review of 4,419 patients showed that acupuncture is AS effective as traditional migraine headache treatment in the prevention of headaches.  Evidence has shown that acupuncture, when used in addition to, or in place of, routine medical management … Continue reading →

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Nasal saline irrigation. My patients know that I am a FAN of this!

Posted on September 7, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

What is it?  It is a way to bathe and flush out virus, bacteria, allergens and mucus from the nasal cavity.  It is thought to help by direct cleansing, removing inflammatory mediators, and helping the nasal hairs (mucociliary function) work … Continue reading →

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Abuse.

Posted on September 5, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

The Wichita Eagle newspaper ran recent stories regarding horrific domestic abuse.   As a family doctor, my focus is to keep my patients well, both emotionally and physically.  I routinely screen (meaning I ask everyone) at periodic visits like annual exams, prenatal or postpartum … Continue reading →

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Does exercise make you wheeze?

Posted on September 3, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Exercise-induced wheezing, also called bronchoconstriction, happens when the airway passage shrinks during or after exercise.  You may feel short of breath, start coughing or wheezing.  There are triggers to avoid and some easy treatments. . . It can be caused … Continue reading →

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An ATM to dispense medicine?

Posted on August 31, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Wichita hasn’t seen this kind of ATM yet, but I imagine it is on its way.  It dispenses medicine.  InstyMeds is the company and there is controversy over its benefit and safety.  Read on… An ATM for what ails you … Continue reading →

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Painful bladder syndrome

Posted on August 29, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Interstitial cystitis (IC) affects more than 1 million people in the U.S.  The cause is unknown, but there are things we can do to help. We know the urothelium (the cells that line the inside of the bladder) in IC … Continue reading →

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