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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.

Are you doing what you are passionate about?

Posted on July 12, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Today I had the pleasure of teaching.  I routinely help teach my patients at office visits.  But, today, it was teaching physicians, new physicians.  I continue to teach at a local residency program, and a group of 16 interns just started.    All … Continue reading →

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Does your New Year’s resolution resolve need a booster?

Posted on July 9, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Over 13,000 women participated in a study which yielded some interesting information on what habits can increase or decrease  your cancer risk . . . and by how much. In women with a family history of breast cancer, or “other … Continue reading →

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2.4 million swimmer’s ear visits a year! How to not get one. . .

Posted on July 7, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

The Centers for Disease Control forwarded on this astronomical number in a bulletin on external ear infections.  There are simple steps to do before and after swimming (or coming in contact with water), to greatly reduce your risk of this painful … Continue reading →

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How often do YOU need a pap?

Posted on July 5, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

The Pap smear used to be done every year. . . guidelines have changed.  Read on. . . We perform paps on women to screen for abnormal cells on the cervix.  Cervical cancer is a disease of sexually active women, related to … Continue reading →

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New measles and whooping cough vaccination guidelines for adults!

Posted on July 1, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Changes! Changes! The governing body on immunization practices met last week. Many babies are becoming ill with pertussis and the pregnant mom can help. The pertussis vaccine is considered safe for pregnant women and may give immunity to their young … Continue reading →

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What to do about unwanted hair?

Posted on June 29, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

A patient of mine recently asked me to blog about female unwanted facial hair.   She has more facial hair than she desires and works with children (who frequently are inquisitive and vocal).  This is not a singular problem, most of post-pubertal persons in … Continue reading →

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Risks to consider when getting a tattoo. . .

Posted on June 27, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Three risks to consider when getting a tattoo.   Purchase, possession and overt health risks. Purchase risks include expense and pain.  Adolescents are especially at risk for impulsively obtaining a tattoo and may overpay, choose a tattoo parlor that is unsafe/unclean, or have … Continue reading →

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Are you on a statin? Will it give you diabetes?

Posted on June 22, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

We now know that a high-dosed statin can increase your risk of getting diabetes.  What are the risks?  New study shows increased risk of diabetes with high-dose statin medication albeit only 2 per 1000 patient-years.  Studies, though, showed that there … Continue reading →

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Exercise and help colon health. What does that mean?

Posted on June 21, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Would you like another reason to exercise? How does reduced risk of colon polyps and thereby possibly less often colonoscopies sound?!  An interesting study from Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York of nearly 1000 patient showed that one hour … Continue reading →

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Happy Father’s Day!

Posted on June 19, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

My father died too young.  I miss him daily.  One of my jobs as a physician is to guard my patient’s health.  I want to screen them for diseases, vaccinate to avoid preventable infections, and counsel about healthy living.  I … Continue reading →

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