The Importance of Setting Accurate Heart Rate Zones
Recently I had a patient come to me during his appointment very concerned. He explained to me that he was a member of one of those HIIT heart-rate based fitness class gyms. He went on to say that he was concerned about his health because he could never get his heart rate as high as ...
Read more Guide to Free or Reduced Cost Healthcare Resources in Duval County: Mental Health, LGBTQ+ Care, Diabetes & STD Services
Note: This is not an exhaustive list of healthcare resources in Duval County. If you are seeking a specific service, please feel free to contact me—I’m happy to help in any way I can. This list is continuously evolving and will be updated as new resources become available. General Medical and Diabetes Care: Mental Health ...
Read more Why LGBTQ Healthcare Matters: The importance of identifying Unique Needs for Inclusive, Equitable Care
The Importance of LGBTQ-Inclusive Healthcare Inclusive healthcare isn’t simply a moral responsibility—it’s essential for quality care. LGBTQ+ individuals face unique health challenges, ranging from familiar diagnoses framed in a new context to complex issues that intertwine physical, mental, social, and legal factors. When the healthcare system and its providers fail to acknowledge the unique needs ...
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