It’s taken many years to comprehend that I am not defined by my mind or my thoughts. This awareness has invited the exploration of a deeper self that quiets the daily internal chatter which, in the past, has attempted to define me and sadly at times has won. The knowledge, however, that I can master… Read more »

Health advocate and Rancho Mirage resident Michele Stone had a vision to help others in her community live long and thrive. As a nutritional consultant with over 30 years of experience implementing educational programs, she saw the positive change that advocacy and action can instill. Inspired years ago by the international work of the Blue… Read more »

In today’s hyper-connected world, social media has transformed from a place to share photos and updates to a powerful tool for business growth. It’s where brands can build relationships, reach new audiences, and most importantly, drive sales with just a few clicks.  But merely having presence on social media isn’t enough anymore. The real magic… Read more »

The holiday season is a wonderful time for celebration, reflection and gratitude. As we wrap up the last quarter of the year, it is also an ideal time for entrepreneurs, small business owners and professionals to come together to give backthrough volunteering.  The saying, “a rising tide lifts all boats,” embodies the potential and power… Read more »

As a nurse and care manager who has worked in the homes and at the bedside of older adults for many years, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the profound impact that a good caregiver can have on someone’s life. I’ve also seen the unfortunate effects of when a caregiver isn’t quite the right fit.… Read more »

Aging should be something to look forward to: more time to travel and spend with family and friends. After all, it’s a part of life, albeit one that comes with a variety of changes—physical, emotional and social. One major challenge, especially as more seniors choose to live alone, is building social connections. Studies show that… Read more »

We often get calls to our office from prospective clients interested in meeting specific staff members featured on our website. Those receiving the most requests include Bobby, director of fun; Tug, VP of treat acquisitions; and Miss Lulu, our anxiety specialist. You guessed it; they fall under the professional category of Canis lupus, aka dog. … Read more »

The fear of recurrence is one of the greatest challenges of surviving cancer. Sometimes fleeting, sometimes lingering, the uncertainty can be a source of concern for many cancer survivors, including myself. Recent advancements in medical technology now offer new ways to monitor for recurrence, giving people a sense of control and peace that once seemed… Read more »

In the hustle and bustle of adult life, it’s easy to overlook the significance of friendships. Yet, these relationships play a crucial role in your overall well-being. Unlike the friendships of your youth, adult friendships often require more effort to maintain but offer profound rewards. They provide emotional support, ward off depression and anxiety and… Read more »

The Palm Springs Academy for Learning Medicine (PALM) at Palm Springs High School offers academic classes focusing on medicine, certifications and practical skills development. The academy aims to help students achieve academic success, personal growth and career readiness through a supportive and engaging learning environment.  One of the significant advantages of this four-year program is… Read more »

Our plan was in place. After 40 years of hard work, we retired, sold our house and moved to the desert. We were living our dream. Then at our annual wellness checkup, my husband received the news – mild cognitive impairment – which two years later was diagnosed as vascular dementia. I had been in… Read more »

Visceral manipulation (VM) is an osteopathic technique developed by French osteopath and physical therapist Jean-Pierre Barral. Dr. Barral spent hours studying anatomy in the cadaver lab and observed soft tissue connections within the abdominal cavity to the rest of the skeleton. He began to perform manual therapy techniques on live patients to improve organ mobility… Read more »

The latest epidemic hitting the valley is definitely Firebird Fever. Young and old, large and small have all gone crazy for the American Hockey League’s newest team, and our community’s first franchise team, the Coachella Valley Firebirds. Powered by fan enthusiasm, the team returned to the championship circle in their second season for the Calder… Read more »

Have you ever considered that your medical practice has similarities to your patients? Both medical practices and humans are systems made up of many subsystems, and each subsystem contributes to the overall health of the entity. Just as experts in medicine are now taking a more holistic approach when assessing the health of a patient,… Read more »

There has been a shift in symptoms presenting in therapists and family doctors’ offices. Ten years ago, it was rare to come across adolescent clients in counseling centers with active psychosis (other than that produced by methamphetamine, another problem). Now, we get calls about this issue several times per week.  In our clinic, we provide… Read more »

Authors Leroy Hood, MD and Nathan Price have a bold vision for the future of health care in their new book The Age of Scientific Wellness (2023). They see the future moving away from a disease-oriented system to one based on the “science of wellness.” The tools to do this are available today, and they… Read more »

In September 2023, students from Coachella Valley HS Health Academy (CVHS) and their Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) chapter brainstormed their next community awareness project. There are plenty of causes and needs in the world, but the fentanyl crisis stood out as the main contender of issues that needed attention. Already in conversations with… Read more »

It’s Sunday morning and you’re relaxing, enjoying a cup of coffee outside on the patio relishing the sounds of nature, giving your busy mind and body a break. At least that was your intention. But once again, your thoughts are getting in the way of what seemed like a good idea at the moment. Worries… Read more »

Burning, tingling or numbness in your hands or feet coupled with muscle weakness and discomfort are often signs of peripheral neuropathy, a condition that affects over 30 million Americans, typically those over 45.1 Peripheral neuropathy is caused by damage to nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. Diabetes is the most common culprit, but other… Read more »

On May 4, 2024 I was honored to represent HALO Precision Diagnostics at the American Urological Association (AUA) annual meeting in San Antonio, Texas. HALO, formerly Desert Medical Imaging, has been at the forefront of developing focal laser therapy as a less invasive treatment for prostate cancer.  At this year’s conference, focal therapy was openly… Read more »