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Who Is Most Affected by Menopause Symptoms?
Happy women with menopause! Menopause is a natural stage of life, but the way women experience it is not the same for everyone. Research...
D. Medina, M.D., MSCP, DABOM
Sep 162 min read


Understanding Menopause: A Natural Life Transition
Menopause is not an illness to be cured, but a powerful transition to be understood and embraced. Menopause is a stage every woman will...
D. Medina, MD
Sep 52 min read


Cheers to Your Health? Understanding Alcohol's Impact
Night out regrets go beyond a headache. We all know the struggle of feeling worse for wear after a night of heavy drinking. But the...
D. Medina, MD
Apr 24, 20242 min read


How Exercise Can Revolutionize Your Health and Happiness
You will find that if you exercise daily, you will feel much more energized. I encourage all patients to engage with some exercise. Don’t...
D. Medina, MD
Mar 27, 20241 min read


Gut Health and the Battle Against Processed Foods: Let's Taco 'Bout It!
Today, I want to chat about the ways processed foods can disrupt your gut health. Picture this: you're devouring your favorite bag of...
D. Medina, MD
Mar 20, 20242 min read


What are the benefits of exercising?
Many people see exercise as a chore or something that they must do to lose weight. Only 1 in 5 adults fully meet the physical activity...
Dr. Medina Galvan
Jun 8, 20213 min read


How high is your blood pressure?
Understanding High Blood Pressure: Beyond White Coat Syndrome In primary care offices, high blood pressure is a commonly diagnosed...
Dr. Medina Galvan
Feb 3, 20212 min read
The Vampiress Facial (PRP facial)
Did you know that after the age of 18, we begin to lose about 1% of collagen yearly? Our skin is being damaged daily, whether it's due...
Dr. Medina Galvan
Nov 12, 20202 min read


Why is vitamin D important?
Unlocking Immune Health: The Power of Vitamin D In times of uncertainty, questions about immune function flood in. Let's delve into the...
Dr. Medina Galvan
Sep 30, 20201 min read


Why did I choose direct primary care?
Revolutionizing Healthcare: Embracing Direct Primary Care Embark on a transformative journey with me as I transition from traditional...
Dr. Medina Galvan
Sep 24, 20201 min read
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