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Why to consider seeing a family medicine resident as your primary care physician

Posted on March 11, 2026 by drlesliegreenberg

I recently attended a Residency Leadership Summit for the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP). The meeting was full of workshops and discussions focused on improving family medicine training so that physicians are EVEN BETTER prepared to care for patients. … Continue reading →

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What is genitourinary syndrome of menopause? And, how to treat it?

Posted on March 9, 2026 by drlesliegreenberg

Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) is a medical term used to describe a group of symptoms that affect the genital and urinary systems after menopause. The term was introduced by the Menopause Society (formerly the North American Menopause Society) to … Continue reading →

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What should you do when exposed to whooping cough (pertussis)?

Posted on February 26, 2026 by drlesliegreenberg

I can recall when I was pregnant with our third child, my husband had whooping cough. Oh my…. what a doozy that was for him. He took antibiotics appropriately and STILL whooped for 6 months (while the cilia in his … Continue reading →

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Can Probiotics Help Prevent Urinary Tract Infections in Premenopausal Women?

Posted on December 2, 2025 by drlesliegreenberg

Can Probiotics Help Prevent Urinary Tract Infections in Premenopausal Women? Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are very common in women. Some women get UTIs over and over, even when they drink plenty of water and try to stay healthy. Because … Continue reading →

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Understanding Menopause Health Disparities

Posted on October 23, 2025 by drlesliegreenberg

I am loving the part of my practice where I care for peri- and menopausal women. I am acutely aware that every woman’s menopause experience is different. While menopause happens to all women, the way it feels can be very … Continue reading →

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Kratom: What is it? And, lots of other details….

Posted on September 10, 2025 by drlesliegreenberg

I attended a medical student presentation recently and learned some interesting facts about kratom. What is it?Kratom is a natural substance derived from the Mitragyna speciosa tree, native to Southeast Asia. Its main active compound is 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), an opioid. … Continue reading →

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Colon Cancer Screening: Why starting at age 45 matters…

Posted on August 12, 2025 by drlesliegreenberg

As a family physician, I want to share important news that could save lives. Recent research from the American Cancer Society shows that more people between ages 45 and 49 are getting screened for colon cancer! As a result, more … Continue reading →

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Taking care of your heart during menopause: What every woman should know…

Posted on August 5, 2025 by drlesliegreenberg

As a family doctor who is also a Menopause Society Certified Provider, I often talk with perimenopausal and menopausal women. This stage of life brings many changes, and it’s an important time to focus on your heart health. A new … Continue reading →

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When should you take your blood pressure medication?

Posted on July 18, 2025 by drlesliegreenberg

Do you or someone you love take medicine for high blood pressure? A new study says that taking it at bedtime might help even more than taking it in the morning! This study was shared by HealthDay and published in … Continue reading →

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Speak Out: Defend Vaccine Science and Public health!

Posted on June 12, 2025 by drlesliegreenberg

The American Academy of Family Physicians urges you to take action to support access to and public trust in vaccines, one of the most effective public health interventions in history. In a deeply concerning move, Health and Human Services (HHS) … Continue reading →

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