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Yoga can complement arthritis treatment from your primary care physician by improving your physical symptoms and reduce the stress surrounding your condition. Yoga describes more than 100 different practices but usually describes an exercise and mind system during which you move through a series of standing, seated, and reclined poses while focusing on the breath. Yoga involves strengthening and stretching, as well as relaxation, all of which are extremely beneficial to those with arthritis....

Telemedicine refers to clinical services provided online by a healthcare professional to a patient who is in a different location. These services can include videoconferencing, email, text, and online patient portals. Since the pandemic, the use of telehealth has increased significantly. A survey conducted in 2022 showed that over 52% of American adults reported using telemedicine at least once for their healthcare, as opposed to less than 2% in 2018. While many patients are willing to embrace...

There’s no shortage of weight loss programs on the market. With the dizzying array of diet advice that’s available, it’s normal to feel confused and overwhelmed. If you’re struggling to lose weight, you’re not alone. More than 70% of adults have too much body fat, and many of them have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight on their own. Once you make the decision to trim down, you may feel discouraged by the sheer volume of programs to choose from. Many of these programs are advertised on TV and...

When most people think of summer, they imagine trips to the beach, lounging by the pool, and other fun-in-the-sun activities. But if you have eczema, summer might mean something very different. Learn how to control your eczema and enjoy summertime. Our Family Physicians Offer 5 Tips for Controlling Eczema This Summer If you have eczema, summer might mean staying in the air conditioning and wearing long sleeves. You may well feel as if you miss out on all of the fun your family and friends have...

Cultivating Value-Based Care Excellence: Maryland Doctors Leading the Way In an ever-evolving healthcare world, a huge shift is underway. Traditional fee-for-service models are giving way to value-based care, where quality and outcomes take precedence over quantity. First Medical Associates has emerged as a shining example of this transformation, with healthcare providers leading the way in cultivating value-based care excellence. We explore how the best primary care physicians in...