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The first Top Docs meeting of 2025 was a night of genuine connection and education.  Thank you Dr. Hamed Abbaszadegan, MD, MBA  for...

“It’s All About the Climb” are the lyrics to a Miley Cyrus song and while hiking this weekend, they came to mind as they are applicable...

TRAUMA has many triggers and symptoms that are debilitating. Left untreated, future generations carry the fears, thoughts, and...

While parents put so much into children, spouses, and careers, we sometimes forget to show up for ourselves.  It was such a pleasure...

According to research, yoga has many benefits.  *Decreases symptoms of anxiety and depression.  *Improves mood, coping skills, sleep, and...

For many, January 1st creates expectations.  In our family, there is long standing tradition and expectation to watch snow fall and go...

I absolutely loved my time with these adorable babies and their kind mothers talking about realistic expectations, self-compassion,...

My childhood was filled with board games such as Monopoly . When playing board games, I was able to block out everything and focus on...

As we find ourselves in the midst of the holiday season it is easy to feel the stress and also excitement of cooking special recipes,...

Researchers have found that a warm, close bond with a sibling in early adult life is predictive of greater resilience later in life, with...

I loved spending time with Annie and the women at mvmtfitclub 💪🏋️‍♀️👟last week. The holidays can be an especially stressful time. I...

I'm grateful for: A partner whose support and compassion fuel my journey every step of the way. Watching my son's passion for his...

While in my old stomping grounds this week, I took a detour to the basketball court that is dedicated in memory of my childhood friend. ...

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (PrTMS) which is a non-invasive alternative to medication to treat severe symptoms related to mental...

It was an honor to talk with Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, a well respected cardiologist on his podcast. https://youtu.be/J4Sfx51pXao?si=fEfaT6p...

GROUNDING is one of my favorite coping skills.  A trip to the pumpkin patch or apple orchard allows you to appreciate the little details...

Consistency may be the most challenging yet most important aspect of creating a healthy, balanced life.  Being a Phoenix native, I find...

I really enjoyed speaking to the “Wise Aging” group about challenges and strategies for coping with sleep difficulties and chronic pain....

I am humbled by the stories of courage and bravery of the veterans I’ve had the opportunity to work with over the years.  While many only...

Can you imagine the responsibility of being the White House Doctor? It was such an honor to meet  Dr. Connie Mariano  and learn from her...