Tag Archives: family physician

How COVID-19 Vaccines Reduce Hospitalizations and Deaths

Posted on September 2, 2026 by drlesliegreenberg

As a family physician, I see patients daily that are hesitant to get vaccines. This “vaccine hesitancy” is getting more profound. Patients are even more hesitant to get the Covid vaccine. As an academic faculty physician, I read (good reliable) … Continue reading →

Should male sex partners of women with bacterial vaginosis get treated?

Posted on August 25, 2026 by drlesliegreenberg

Clinical question Bottom-line answer Does treatment of the male sex partner reduce the likelihood of recurrent bacterial vaginosis in women?3 Oral and topical treatment of male sex partners of female patients with bacterial vaginosis reduces recurrence. Treating male sex partners … Continue reading →

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The Investment That Helps Nevada Keep More Doctors…

Posted on July 28, 2026 by drlesliegreenberg

Want to learn more? Read on. https://www.2news.com/news/local/nevada-awards-nearly-16-million-to-expand-physician-training-programs/article_42d1831f-1c6a-4431-b4ff-95853d3126dc.html

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Understanding Estradiol Levels for Bone Health

Posted on July 1, 2026 by drlesliegreenberg

As a Menopause Society Certified Provider, I stay current with research and regularly attend webinars and conferences. There are many expert researchers and physicians discussing whether there is any need to check estradiol levels. This is in response to online … Continue reading →

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Why Many Doctors are Leaving Medicine…

Posted on June 23, 2026 by drlesliegreenberg

I am celebrating my 31st year as a practicing family physician! I love diagnosing and caring for patients– through both everyday and devastating health issues. Medicine has changed a lot since I started practicing. A new study published in The … Continue reading →

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Vitamin K injections for newborns. Why get them?

Posted on June 9, 2026 by drlesliegreenberg

Many parents have questions about the vitamin K shot that newborn babies receive after birth. As a faculty physician with the University of Nevada Reno Family Medicine Residency Program, I routinely do newborn hospital rounds. Recently, more parents are refusing … Continue reading →

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How to Get Less Sick When Exposed to Viruses?

Posted on June 2, 2026 by drlesliegreenberg

How to Get Less Sick When Exposed to Viruses? Viruses are everywhere. They spread in schools, stores, homes, and waiting rooms. You cannot avoid every germ, but you can help your body get ready to fight back. Consider wearing a … Continue reading →

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How to build strong bones? Hint…. start young!

Posted on May 26, 2026 by drlesliegreenberg

I recently attended a sports medicine conference and attended a very interesting talk about bone health. One of the most important lessons was this: strong bones in old age begin with healthy bones in childhood. Many people think osteoporosis is … Continue reading →

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How to stay healthy when you fly

Posted on May 12, 2026 by drlesliegreenberg

I recently attended a very interesting, research-based lecture about air travel and how to avoid getting sick on a plane. As a family physician, I thought the advice was simple, smart, and worth sharing—especially if you travel and don’t want … Continue reading →

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Advice about marijuana use in teens

Posted on April 27, 2026 by drlesliegreenberg

As a family physician, I often talk with patients and their families about cannabis and how it may affect growing brains. Many teenagers see the prevalence of use and may hear that marijuana is “natural.” They may assume that this … Continue reading →

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