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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.

Teens birthing babies tumbles to a record low.

Posted on May 12, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

This is something to celebrate!  As a mother, I know that once you have a child your life (and your life’s pathway) are forever altered.  And, you are forever tied to their father (hi, honey!).   My teen patients and I … Continue reading →

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Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers and those WITH mothers. . .

Posted on May 8, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

What a special day!  A time for us to  thank our mothers, reflect on our childhoods, and for those of us who are mothers. . . to savor our children.  I am blessed with three children and am amazed by … Continue reading →

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Should I insist my doctor order an MRI?

Posted on May 7, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

There are lots of magazine articles telling patients that if they want better care to speak up for themselves!  This brings up . . . are MRIs done too often?  Magnetic Resonance Imaging has become a routine test in the … Continue reading →

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Are you considering NOT immunizing your child?

Posted on May 5, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

A new position statement was released revealing that even a small number of unimmunized individuals can greatly increase spread of disease.  For children who do NOT get immunized, their risk of measles is 35 times those who are vaccinated, 23 times for … Continue reading →

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Did your pedicure give you an infection?

Posted on May 3, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

I was teaching physicians the other day and helped take off a pus-filled, red and angry  ingrown toenail.  This is immensely rewarding.  When the toenail digs into the skin folds on the feet and every step causes pain, we physicians … Continue reading →

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What to do about molluscum?

Posted on April 29, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

I had a conscientious mom “up in arms” about her daughter having two molluscum lesions on her neck. I calmed her a bit and then discussed the treatment options with her. . . Molluscum is a poxvirus causing a chronic localized … Continue reading →

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Should we be facebook friends?

Posted on April 24, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Social networking and doctoring.  Interesting concepts.  USA Today’s opinion editorial from a physician backs up the idea that doctors should not be “friending” their patients.    Her reasons were two-fold. . . Professional judgment may be impaired when a physician has … Continue reading →

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What to do if you think you have shingles. . .

Posted on April 21, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

If you’ve had chicken pox, the herpesvirus is hibernating in your body.  It can reactivate anytime and cause shingles.   Shingles is a painful , itchy, burning, bugs-under-your-skin-feeling rash on one side of the body.  See your doctor for confirmation. The goals of antiviral therapy are … Continue reading →

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Do you need antibiotics before seeing the dentist?

Posted on April 19, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

My mom recently was told by her dental office that due to orthopedic hardware in her ankle she’d need to take antibiotics before  teeth cleanings.  There are guidelines to specifically address this.  And, no antibiotics are needed. Every time you brush … Continue reading →

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New Prostate Cancer Test More Accurate : Northwestern University Newscenter

Posted on April 15, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Northwestern University (ah, hem. . . my alma mater) has seemingly made a better PSA test.  More studies pending.  I’ll stay tuned.  Read on. . . New Prostate Cancer Test More Accurate : Northwestern University Newscenter.

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