Dr. Robert E. Ellis, MDVIP

10/06/2021

Busy Internal Medicine practice seeking experienced MA to join our team. Must have excellent customer relations and interpersonal skills. You will perform routine administrative and clinical assignments to keep the medical facility running smoothly. The hours for this position are 7:45 a.m.-5 p.m, Monday-Thursday.

​Qualifications:

Previous experience in healthcare as a Medical Assistant is required
Familiarity with medical billing procedures
Strong organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Professionalism
Job Requirements

Responsibilities:

Handle all administrative duties in a timely manner
Perform routine clinical tasks to support medical staff
Communicate with insurance companies for proper billing procedures
Es**rt patients to exam rooms and perform vitals
Phlebotomy
Salary open to discussion during interview.

Please give my office manager, Veronica a call if you are interested 502-719-0782.

01/26/2021

Chronic inflammation is linked to many diseases from musculoskeletal pain to heart disease. Medications are often used to lower inflammation, but psychological and behavioral therapies may be just as effective. Here’s what you need to know.

Chronic inflammation has been linked to chronic diseases, autoimmune disorders, musculoskeletal pain, mental health issues and gut biome-related problems. And while medications are often the treatment of choice in lowering inflammation, psychological and behavioral therapies may be just as effective...

01/24/2021

Maintaining a strong immune system is important right now. This means getting quality sleep, exercising, managing stress and eating nutritious foods. It also means curbing foods with ingredients that can suppress your immune system like sugar and the other white stuff – salt. That’s right; too much salt may impair your immune system. Here’s what you need to know.

It doesn’t look like COVID-19 is going away any time soon, which means it’s important to keep your immune system strong. This means getting good quality sleep, exercising regularly, managing stress and eating vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins and healthy fats.

01/22/2021

Most people who contract COVID-19 experience symptoms similar to a strong cold or bout of flu and recover within a few weeks. Of course, some develop serious complications such as lung infections, pneumonia and acute respiratory failure and may be saddled with permanent damage to the liver, kidneys, lungs and heart. But there’s one complication that’s been largely overlooked: mental health illnesses. One in five people who recover from COVID-19 are diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder within three months. Please reach out to me if you are feeling alone, stressed, anxious or depressed – whether you’ve had COVID or not.

Discover why people who have seen the other side of COVID-19 may have a higher risk for mental health issues.

01/20/2021

If you have a stress-related disorder like PTSD, it can raise your risk for developing cardiovascular disease, according to a study. If you’re struggling with a stress disorder, let’s talk about a strategy to control the stress and maintain your cardiovascular health at your next appointment.

If you have a stress-related disorder, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (or PTSD), acute stress reaction or adjustment disorder, you may have a higher risk for developing cardiovascular disease, according to a study published in The BMJ.

01/18/2021

I’ve always realized that my pet-owning patients benefit from the companionship, joy and stress-relief their dog or cat offers. But now there is scientific support as to how your dog may help you live longer. Here’s what you need to know.

Ever notice “Who Rescued Who” bumper stickers while in traffic? What seems like pet owner sentiment actually has some scientific support. For years, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention credited pet ownership with decreasing stress, cholesterol levels, triglyceride levels and lone...

01/16/2021

Many of my patients claim they eat a healthy diet; in fact, about 75 percent of Americans claim to eat healthy diets. But most of us are still eating too many low-quality carbs and too much saturated fat. Here are some nutrition red flags to watch out for.

Do you eat a healthy diet? If you’re like most people, you probably said “yes.” About 75 percent of Americans claim to eat healthy diets. But most of us do not.

01/14/2021

If you’re like most people, weight loss is probably on your list of resolutions. But there are so many diets touted in the media, it’s tough deciding which one to try. Please consult with me before making any drastic changes to your diet. Here’s an overview of some of the popular diets being touted right now.

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