Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medicine
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Award-winning physicians dedicated to helping patients live longer, healthier lives. Caring exclusively for Kaiser Permanente members in MD, D.C. & VA.
Rockville, MD
Joined November 2016
Influencers often promote "quick fixes" and products that promise fast weight loss—but these often end up working against our long term goals. Dr. Michele Arthurs shares tips for a healthy weight loss journey.
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RT @NewCarrolltonMD: SUPER THANK YOU to @MdAtlPermanente & Dr. Michele Arthurs! Your dedication to health & wellness made a big impact toda…
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In the U.S., about 1 in 3 pregnant women deliver via C-section. When is a C-section needed? And are there any risks? Dr. Amy Banulis explains.
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With new, revised food labels, “it will be near impossible to miss the nutritional value of certain foods,” Dr. Julie Chen tells @WTOP.
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Congratulations to the approximately 200 doctors at Kaiser Permanente who are recognized in @NorthernVAMag's annual "Top Doctors" issue! Meet our #TopDoctors featured in the issue.
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Helping kids manage anger starts with understanding their triggers and teaching healthy coping strategies. 🧠💡 Psychiatrist Asha Patton-Smith, MD, shares expert tips on emotional expression and when to seek support. 👩⚕️
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There's more to health than BMI. Dr. Michele Arthur spoke with @Fox5DC about why BMI is outdated and how we should really define and measure health.
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A diagnosis of "heart failure" doesn't mean your heart has stopped working. In fact, 6.5 million Americans age 20+ are living with heart failure. So what exactly is heart failure? Dr. Joe Lodato, a cardiologist, explains.
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RT @NewCarrolltonMD: Join us for a Healthy Living presentation by Michele Arthur, MD, from @MdAtlPermanente during the Mayor's Meet and Gre…
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Seborrheic keratoses – sometimes called barnacles or age spots – are a normal part of aging. But many people still have questions about why they appear and whether anything can be done. Dr. Jamie Goldberg explains.
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February is American #HeartMonth! When we take care of our hearts, we set an example for others to do the same. Cardiologist @AmeyKulkarniMD shares easy ways to protect your heart health.
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Shoulder pain can affect people for a variety of reasons, and just as there are many different causes, there are also many different shoulder problems. An orthopedic surgeon at Kaiser Permanente explains how he treats shoulder pain.
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Even in the cold winter months, it's important to keep a regular exercise routine. Dr. Angela Hsu spoke with @WTOP about why swimming is an excellent choice, especially for older adults.
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HPV is very common—but thankfully, the HPV vaccine protects against at least six types of cancers. Writing for @PreventCancer, Dr. Katie Ryder shares answers to her patients' most common questions. #CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth
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Pelvic organ prolapse is common. While some women may experience mild prolapse without noticeable symptoms, others may need treatment. Dr. Amy Banulis explains how to prevent it, and how exercise, diet and lifestyle changes can help.
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RT @preventcancer: Katie Ryder, M.D. is a board-certified physician in internal medicine and pediatrics with @MdAtlPermanente. Here are her…
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RT @KPMidAtlantic: January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month 📅💡. Kaiser Permanente physician, Katie Ryder, MD, shared an article explainin…
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RT @KPMidAtlantic: So exciting that @VHCHealth's first baby of 2025 was both a Kaiser Permanente baby and a @Commanders baby. Congratulati…
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Is strep contagious? Can I treat strep with garlic? A pediatrician explains what parent should know about strep throat.
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Have a burning sensation in your chest after eating? Acid reflux can cause hoarseness, coughing, trouble swallowing and nausea. Thankfully, there are ways to treat and prevent it. Dr. Lakshmi Lattimer explains how.
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