From time to time, I have the opportunity to host a medical talk radio show (The Weekly Check Up). Recently, my guest was a rheumatologist. One of the callers asked about the effectiveness of glucosamine and chondroitin for joint pain. Our expert told the listeners that there is no clinical data that supports the efficacy […]
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You may recall the Jim Carrey movie, Bruce Almighty, in which Bruce is a down-on-his-luck TV reporter who is given almighty powers for a week. But I want to tell you about another Bruce who happens to be an endearing patient of mine. Like Carrey’s character, he is both funny and amazing. Unlike the fictional […]
For couples trying to have children, infertility can be an issue that causes a significant amount of anxiety. There are several reasons that men experience infertility, which can be related to sperm production. Sperm is produced in the testicles then stored in the epididymis above each testicle. If male hormones are working correctly, the sperm […]
The South is known for its great cooking and sweet tea, but did you know Southerners have a higher rate of developing kidney stones compared to the national average? Read why the South is particularly prone to kidney stones and learn some of the best ways to avoid them below. What Are Kidney Stones? Kidney […]
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Night vision technology is not just for the military. We also use it in robotic surgery in the battle against disease. Many robotic surgical systems are equipped with “firefly” technology. This typically involves an intravenous injection of an immunofluorescent dye. Moments later, your surgeon can switch their camera light from white to near-infrared (similar to […]
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No, I don’t mean what happens when your YouTube video goes viral. Viruses can play many important and beneficial roles in your health. A common example is the flu shot. Without getting into the heated debate of the risks of vaccinations, the flu shot is a clear example of how the benefits far outweigh the […]
That little three letter word often used on Halloween. This year Halloween falls on a Monday, and I will be working in the operating room all day. That kind of scared is no fun for patients and their loved ones. So how do I alleviate some of that fear? I never tell a patient not […]
Ben Stiller made news headlines earlier this week when he revealed that he was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2014. Stiller has since made a full recovery and credits an early, preventative PSA test for this positive outcome. The actor was 46 years old and held no high-risk factors when he underwent the “baseline” PSA […]
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Urodynamic tests are performed to evaluate the bladder and how the urethra processes urine. Patients who are unable to urinate consistently, who urinate too frequently, who have painful urination, or who have the urge to urinate but can’t do so are often good candidates for urodynamic testing. People who have urinary tract infections regularly may […]
You will often hear the phrase “sooner is better than later” when it comes to many things in life, such as saving for retirement. When it comes to sexual intercourse, sooner may not always be better, but it is a reality many couples face. This “sooner” is referred to as premature ejaculation, which is when […]
Do What Works For You
/in Blog, Health and WellnessFrom time to time, I have the opportunity to host a medical talk radio show (The Weekly Check Up). Recently, my guest was a rheumatologist. One of the callers asked about the effectiveness of glucosamine and chondroitin for joint pain. Our expert told the listeners that there is no clinical data that supports the efficacy […]
Bruce Almighty
/in Blog, From Dr. MillerYou may recall the Jim Carrey movie, Bruce Almighty, in which Bruce is a down-on-his-luck TV reporter who is given almighty powers for a week. But I want to tell you about another Bruce who happens to be an endearing patient of mine. Like Carrey’s character, he is both funny and amazing. Unlike the fictional […]
What Causes Male Infertility?
/in BlogFor couples trying to have children, infertility can be an issue that causes a significant amount of anxiety. There are several reasons that men experience infertility, which can be related to sperm production. Sperm is produced in the testicles then stored in the epididymis above each testicle. If male hormones are working correctly, the sperm […]
The Risks of Living in the Kidney Stone Belt
/in BlogThe South is known for its great cooking and sweet tea, but did you know Southerners have a higher rate of developing kidney stones compared to the national average? Read why the South is particularly prone to kidney stones and learn some of the best ways to avoid them below. What Are Kidney Stones? Kidney […]
Night Vision In Surgery – Using Immunofluorescent Dye
/in Blog, Innovations in Minimally Invasive SurgeryNight vision technology is not just for the military. We also use it in robotic surgery in the battle against disease. Many robotic surgical systems are equipped with “firefly” technology. This typically involves an intravenous injection of an immunofluorescent dye. Moments later, your surgeon can switch their camera light from white to near-infrared (similar to […]
Good Viruses
/in Blog, Health and WellnessNo, I don’t mean what happens when your YouTube video goes viral. Viruses can play many important and beneficial roles in your health. A common example is the flu shot. Without getting into the heated debate of the risks of vaccinations, the flu shot is a clear example of how the benefits far outweigh the […]
Boo!
/in Blog, From Dr. MillerThat little three letter word often used on Halloween. This year Halloween falls on a Monday, and I will be working in the operating room all day. That kind of scared is no fun for patients and their loved ones. So how do I alleviate some of that fear? I never tell a patient not […]
Dr. Miller Discusses Ben Stiller Prostate Cancer News and the Importance of Early Detection
/in Blog, NewsBen Stiller made news headlines earlier this week when he revealed that he was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2014. Stiller has since made a full recovery and credits an early, preventative PSA test for this positive outcome. The actor was 46 years old and held no high-risk factors when he underwent the “baseline” PSA […]
What is Urodynamic Testing?
/in BlogUrodynamic tests are performed to evaluate the bladder and how the urethra processes urine. Patients who are unable to urinate consistently, who urinate too frequently, who have painful urination, or who have the urge to urinate but can’t do so are often good candidates for urodynamic testing. People who have urinary tract infections regularly may […]
4 Facts You Probably Didn’t Know About Premature Ejaculation
/in BlogYou will often hear the phrase “sooner is better than later” when it comes to many things in life, such as saving for retirement. When it comes to sexual intercourse, sooner may not always be better, but it is a reality many couples face. This “sooner” is referred to as premature ejaculation, which is when […]