Support for Breastfeeding Moms
By Women's Health Center
Breastfeeding can be a rewarding but challenging experience for many new moms. At Quincy Medical Group, our lactation specialists are here to help guide and support you.
Breastfeeding can be a rewarding but challenging experience for many new moms. At Quincy Medical Group, our lactation specialists are here to help guide and support you.
Being a doctor wasn’t always what Dr. Mary Doellman, an ENT physician at Quincy Medical Group (QMG), had in mind. As a child, her first dream was to be a roller skate waitress, but she quickly discovered that roller skating wasn’t her talent.
A care navigator is by your side. We’re here to listen, understand, and support you through your cancer journey.
In no way am I trying to ruin Thanksgiving, but we have to talk about one little culprit that makes the holidays a lot less heart-healthy. Salt added to food is a combination of sodium and chloride, and this small crystal has a huge effect on our health. Too much salt can raise blood pressure and lead to dangerous fluid retention, especially in those with diseases like kidney disease or heart failure. The biggest problem is rarely the salt shaker, but rather foods found on grocery store shelves or at restaurants.
With March being National Kidney Month, now is the perfect time to give your kidneys some love and attention. One of the best ways to do this is through proper nutrition. Angie Zanger-Geiselman is the Dialysis Coordinator at Quincy Medical Group (QMG) and a Registered Dietitian specializing in renal health.
Cold and flu season has arrived, bringing with it a resurgence of myths and old wives’ tales regarding remedies and preventions. You may have come across some of these time-honored pieces of advice handed down through generations, but how much truth do they hold? To help us navigate the facts and fiction, we consulted Dr. Ernest Wallace, a physician with QMG Now Urgent Care at Quincy Medical Group.
February is American Heart Month. It’s the shortest month of the year, but this topic should extend to every day of our lives. I’d like to explain a little about how what we eat affects our hearts. I even have a few tips on healthier habits that won’t make you miserable.
World AIDS Day is recognized each year on December 1. The recognition offers an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, show support for those living with HIV/AIDS, and to commemorate those who have died.
A diagnosis of breast cancer comes with a range of emotions and decisions for patients. Dr. Christian Zwick, of Quincy Medical Group, specializes in the treatment of breast cancer patients and provides options that improve both the well-being and quality of life for women seeking reconstructive options.
Most people think of Botox as a treatment to fight the appearance of facial wrinkles. However, you may be surprised to know that Botox actually has medical uses for other health conditions, including migraines.