MedStar Health Blog

If going to the doctor makes you feel nervous or tense, you aren’t alone. Many patients experience anxiety around medical appointments, and for some, that fear can become strong enough to delay...

Stress is something we all deal with. A busy schedule, family responsibilities, and work deadlines can be normal stressors in our everyday lives. But did you know how closely connected stress is to y...

After more than two decades practicing medicine for high profile clients, I’ve come to believe that the most effective health care hinges on time, access, and trust. Throughout my career, I’ve had th...

It’s a common experience for anyone with a smartphone: You notice a sudden, unusual health symptom and, within moments, you’re punching phrases into a search bar.  Whether you&rsqu...

Managing or preventing chronic conditions such as diabetes, pre-diabetes, or heart disease  can feel overwhelming. But there’s a path to better health—one that helps you build health...

Since vaccination for smallpox was developed in 1796, the life-saving science of immunization has helped stop the spread of many serious illnesses. Once-common viruses like polio are rare today becau...