Tag Archives: family practice

Sleep: Why It Matters and How to Get Better Rest?

Posted on April 28, 2025 by drlesliegreenberg

We all know sleep is important. But do we really know how important it is? Or how to get better sleep? Let’s talk about why sleep matters and some simple ways to help you rest better at night. Start by … Continue reading →

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Want to decrease your dementia risk?

Posted on April 3, 2025 by drlesliegreenberg

A new studies shows that receiving the shingles vaccine may decrease dementia risk. The New York Times reported yesterday about a study in the journal Nature that The“found that people who received the shingles vaccine were 20 percent less likely … Continue reading →

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States Simplify Licensing for Foreign-Trained Doctors

Posted on March 4, 2025 by drlesliegreenberg

States Ease Licensing Requirements For Foreign-Trained Physicians To Ease Staff Shortages I read this morning in my family medicine update email that per KFF Health News (3/3, Zionts) reports, “A growing number of states have made it easier for doctors who trained … Continue reading →

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I am starting a menopause clinic!

Posted on February 19, 2025 by drlesliegreenberg

I was tasked with making a brochure to market the new clinic. This new venture has come with lots of new experiences for me: passing the Menopause certification test, winning over “stakeholders,” making a business plan, teaching residents and medical … Continue reading →

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The flu is not over for this year!

Posted on February 12, 2025 by drlesliegreenberg

How to Avoid Influenza: Expert-Backed Prevention Strategies I have seen a lot of flu in the hospital and in the office this week. This seems LATE to me…and yet it is true. Influenza (flu) season is in full swing, but … Continue reading →

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Shigellosis outbreak in Northern Nevada

Posted on December 24, 2024 by drlesliegreenberg

A recent email sent to Northern Nevada physicians outlines a shigellosis outbreak in Northern Nevada. NNPH Identifies Shigellosis OutbreakShigella is a bacterium that causes diarrhea and other symptoms resulting in the disease known as Shigellosis – see prevention tips Dec. 20, 2024. … Continue reading →

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Pertussis is rampant!

Posted on November 5, 2024 by drlesliegreenberg

Pertussis is rampant! Are you up to date on the Tdap vaccine? The “p” of this vaccine stands for pertussis. Pertussis is also known as whopping cough. The Washington Post recently stated that there are five times as many pertussis … Continue reading →

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Do you want a non-hormonal medication to treat hot flashes and night sweats?

Posted on October 7, 2024 by drlesliegreenberg

Do you want a non-hormonal medication to treat hot flashes and night sweats? Veozah (fezolinetant) is an FDA-approved non-hormonal medication to treat moderate to severe hot flashes and night sweats. Hot flashes and night sweats are common, and often … Continue reading →

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Transgender resources

Posted on April 26, 2023 by drlesliegreenberg

Transgender resources I recently attended a transgender medical lecture. Excellent resources abounded. Here are the ones I thought may be most helpful. https://Jackturban.com Dr. Turban is a UCSF child and adolescent psychiatrist. He has a fabulous website regarding adolescent care. … Continue reading →

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Transgender man medical care

Posted on April 19, 2023 by drlesliegreenberg

Transgender man medical care I recently attended a medical conference and listened to a fabulous transgender care lecture. Here are the pearls that I learned… Masculinizing medications: Only testosterone. Masculinization surgery: Patients still need primary care! Physician should take organ-inventory … Continue reading →

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