Here is a nine-question quiz that can help you assess whether or not you are a high risk for falls. Please note, as with any online quiz, these are not intended for diagnostic purposes and if you think you are at risk, speak with your Primary Care provider. Read more
Falls are the major cause of injury death for older adults. People of any age are at risk for taking a tumble and injuring themselves. Physical therapist Brian Schlattmann explains how to reduce your chances of falling and details fall prevention safeguards for your home’s interior and exterior. Read more
Think was voted the best Family Physicians Clinic by the Omaha World-Herald (OWH) Omaha’s Choice Awards and the Winner of the Private Practice Medical Clinic by Omaha Magazine’s Best of Omaha. Read more
Experience the delectable tastes of a Hawaiian luau in just a few simple steps.
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Save $100 with a Free Upgrade on Eyeglasses The Optical Department is serving up some Back-to-School savings from August 1 to October 31. For only $189, your child will receive a complimentary upgrade (a $100 value) to Transitions® Lenses when you order POWER Kids Lenses. These digital, Trivex or polycarbonate lenses are light, safe, impact resistant … Continue Reading Article
Fun in the sun needn’t necessarily be a worry, but it is important to protect yourself in various ways from UV radiation. With nearly 10,000 people in the United States being diagnosed with skin cancer every day, caution should be taken whether exposed to full-sun conditions or even on more cloudy/dreary days. Margo Anderson-Fowler, MD, think Family Medicine, shares who is at the highest risk and provides tips on how to stay safe. Read more
Several medical conditions from heat exhaustion to food poisoning can deplete your body of fluids and leave you in need of rehydration. Instead of visiting the emergency room or hospital, think healthcare professionals can get you feeling better quicky through intravenous (IV) hydration therapy. Read more
Think Family Medicine physician, Dr. Erika Rothgeb, was recently appointed a voting board member of the Nebraska Academy of Family Physicians (NAFP), a state chapter of the American Academy of Family Physicians. As an advocate for both patients and physicians, the NAFP provides support, learning opportunities and updated guidelines to doctors throughout Nebraska. As the New … Continue Reading Article
A sports physical helps ensure that the young athlete is healthy and physically able to join in the conditioning and challenges of their chosen sport. Pre-screening young people before they play sports helps reduce the risk of injuries and may catch other health problems that need attention. Read more
You’ll love this healthy, sweet and crunchy salad that takes less than 15 minutes to make. Read more