Greer Healthcare & Associates

05/10/2024

https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/new-study-links-sleep-deprivation-dementia

Sleep deprivation is associated with raising the risk of numerous health conditions. Now, a study recently published suggested that poor sleep may be linked to dementia.

05/10/2024

https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/womens-health-center

How much do you know about women's health? Test your knowledge by taking our quiz & learn more about common myths about women's health.

10/03/2022

Dr. Greer, the staff, and all their families are safe from Hurricane Ian and thankfully sustained minimal damage to their homes.

We've heard from many patients and all are safe! We are so grateful! Many prayers have been answered!

We are trying to get back to some sort of normalcy and be of any assistance to our patient's healthcare needs.

Our office will re-open starting at 8:30am Tuesday, October 4.

Please call our office at 239-267-3377.

We are still having some glitches with our phones, but please keep calling. You will get thru eventually! ;)

09/27/2022

Due to Hurrican Ian and our office being located in evacuation zone A, our office will be closed starting at noon on Tuesday, September 27 through Thursday, September 29. We hope to reopen at 8am Friday, September 30.

Stay safe.

09/25/2022

If you celebrate Rosh Hashanah, here are some recipes to help you plan your holiday menu.

http://mdvip.mymedicalforum.com/conversation/healthy-rosh-hashana-menu-planner

The Jewish New Year is a two-day celebration where it’s customary to dip apples in honey to symbolize a sweet new year. The evening feast includes delicious foods such as pomegranate to represent fruitfulness and a round challah to signify the cycle of

09/22/2022

Many women -- even those with cardiovascular disease -- don’t get the exercise they need to help prevent heart attacks and stroke. This isn’t a surprise. Next time you’re in the office, let’s discuss how much physical activity you’re getting.

A major study found that more than 50% of American women weren’t exercising enough, despite the fact that heart disease is a leading cause of death. Learn more.

09/21/2022

I’m a big proponent of walking. Walking helps control various conditions. But many of my patients often ask me if they really need to walk 10,000 steps a day. Where did this number come from? And is it really necessary?

Here’s what you need to know.

Walking an average of 7,000-10,000 per day can help manage weight, lower blood sugar, lower blood pressure & strengthen your heart. Helping you live longer.

09/20/2022

Unfortunately, many of my patients gained wight during the pandemic. But the problem doesn’t just affect my practice. Nearly half of American adults gained weight. Researchers began looking into the reasons behind this issue and some surprising triggers were revealed. Here’s what you need to know.

As Covid-19 transitions from pandemic to endemic, it’s left another major public health issue in its wake -- significant weight gain. The U.S. was dealing with an obesity epidemic long before Covid hit. Between 2017 and 2018, about 42 percent of American adults were obese, according to the U.S. Ce...

09/19/2022

Here’s why the doctor-patient relationship matters.

MDVIP affiliated primary care doctors are from all over the country and provide personalized and holistic healthcare & medical approaches.

09/16/2022

Did you ever wonder what happens to the heart during a heart attack? The term “heart attack” is kind of a misnomer because nothing “attacks” your heart. Here’s an easy-to-understand explanation.

The term “heart attack” is kind of a misnomer. Nothing actually attacks your heart. So, what really happens during a heart attack? MDVIP discusses the mechanisms and causes, & signs of heart attacks.

09/15/2022

If you’ve kept the same primary care physician for a while, here’s some good news: Patients who continuously use the same primary care doctor live longer, according to a recent study. Results also suggest a consistent primary care doctor is particularly valuable for patients living with chronic conditions or mental illness. Here’s what you need to know.

If you’ve been a loyal patient of your primary care physician, here’s some good news: Patients who continuously use the same primary care doctor live longer, according to a recent study published in BMJ Open journal. Results also suggest continuity of care from your primary care doctor is partic...