by Dogwood Family Medicine | Aug 24, 2024 | Practice News
Derek Riseden, FNP We are truly grateful for Derek’s incredible dedication to our practice. Originally hired as a part-time team member, Derek stepped up without hesitation to full-time when we needed him most during our recent changes. Thanks to him, our...
by Dogwood Family Medicine | Aug 23, 2024 | Primary Care
Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in your blood that is essential for building healthy cells. However, when cholesterol levels become too high, it can lead to serious health complications, including heart disease and stroke. Managing your cholesterol is crucial...
by Dogwood Family Medicine | Jul 29, 2024 | Men's Health, Pediatric Health, Primary Care, Women's Health
Introduction Are you one of those people who only visits the doctor when you’re feeling unwell? You’re not alone. Many adults neglect regular health check-ups, assuming they’re unnecessary if they feel fine. However, annual physicals play a crucial role in...
by Dogwood Family Medicine | Jul 28, 2024 | Women's Health
Imagine having a powerful tool that can catch one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide before it even shows symptoms. That tool is a mammogram—a specialized X-ray of the breast used to detect and diagnose breast diseases. Often, the mere mention of a...
by Dogwood Family Medicine | Jul 27, 2024 | Men's Health, Pediatric Health, Primary Care, Women's Health
When you think about medical diagnostics, ultrasounds might not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, this versatile tool plays a crucial role in modern healthcare. In this blog post, we’ll explore why ultrasounds are indispensable in diagnosing medical...
