Marijuana/Cannabis Use in Pregnancy – with Dr. Torri Metz
In a recent episode of the Healthful Woman podcast, Dr. Nathan Fox sat down with Dr. Torri Metz, a specialist in maternal-fetal medicine, to discuss cannabis use during pregnancy. Together, they explored the latest research and insights on the potential risks of cannabis for both expectant mothers and their babies. This blog will highlight key
When the OB becomes the High-Risk Patient
In a recent episode of the “Healthful Woman” podcast, “When the OB becomes the High-Risk Patient,” Dr. Nathan Fox is joined by Dr. Stephanie Melka, an OB/GYN who shares her personal journey through a high-risk pregnancy. As both a physician and a patient, Dr. Melka discusses the challenges she faced, from choosing her own OB/GYN
PUBERTY IN GIRLS: WHAT TO EXPECT, Michael Silverstein, MD (Digital)
Puberty is a difficult time for a lot of reasons, but it’s also an important time for the body. Puberty is when some significant changes begin to happen, so it can often be helpful to know what to expect for your pre-teen. Here’s what to know about puberty, its timeline, and how it affects the
BONE LOSS IN WOMEN AND HOW TO PREVENT IT, Michael Silverstein, MD (Digital)
Imagine your bones as a series of bricks; by age 25, in the majority of women, all the bricks have been set in place. Over time, however, these bricks can begin to wear away. Bone loss is something that almost every woman experiences, but to a different degree. If bone loss becomes significant, it can
WHY DO WOMEN LIVE LONGER THAN MEN?, Michael Silverstein, MD (Digital)
Women’s health has come a long way in making sure women can live long, successful, healthy lives. That being said, there’s still the conundrum of why women regularly live longer than men, especially when this hasn’t always been the case. It’s believed that there are a few different factors that contribute to a rise in
THE IMPORTANCE OF ANNUAL OB-GYN EXAMS, Aren Gottlieb, MD (Video)
It is the standard of care for women to see a gynecologist once a year, and it is a great opportunity to undergo a comprehensive exam. At MFMA, we start the exam speaking to the patient and going over their history. This includes not only their medical or surgical problems or medications but we also
OB-GYN ANNUAL HEALTH EXAMS, Michael Silverstein, MD (Video)
As a general OB-GYN, Dr. Michael Silverstein sees many patients for their annual health exam. Many of these patients are adolescents starting in college or have just finished college and are starting relationships. In general, the annual health exam is a routine physical exam. At MFM we offer counseling and discuss health maintenance issues. We
HEALTH SCREENING FOR MAINTAINING REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH, Michael Silverstein, MD (Digital)
Many women rely on their gynecologist for general health care. We appreciate the confidence you have in us, and since we were trained in an era of being General Providers, there are guidelines for prevention and treatment. Keep reading to learn more about the different types of preventative care offered by gynecologists to help patients
