Expert Advice Blog

Expert Advice: Aquatic Therapy

People are turning to aquatic therapy to decrease pressure on their bones, joints and muscles while working to improve their physical ailments. Michigan Primary Care Partners Physical Therapist, Nicky Snyman, PT, shares som Expert Advice about how the therapeutic option can help even non-swimmers get back moving again.

August 13, 2019

Posted by Elizabeth Meeth

Tags in Aquatic Therapy, Aquatic Treadmill, Arthritis, back pain, Big Rapids MI, Chronic Pain, michigan primary care partners, muscle pain, nerve pain, Nicky Snyman, Physical Therapy

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Expert Advice: Preventing Lyme Disease

If you like to hike, garden, picnic, or work outdoors – you know how easy it is for one of these little guys to hitch a ride on your clothing. Michigan Primary Care Partners Internal Medicine physician Rashmi Juneja, MD, shares some Expert Advice on what you should do to control your risk for lyme […]

July 23, 2019

Posted by Elizabeth Meeth

Tags in Big Rapids MI, Canadian Lakes MI, Doxycycline, fever, Grand Rapids MI, Internal Medicine, joint pain, Lyme Disease, michigan primary care partners, Rashmi Juneja MD, Reed City MI, swelling, target reaction, tick bites, ticks, titers

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Expert Advice: Dementia Warning Signs

Worried someone you know may be exhibiting some early signs of dementia? Michigan Primary Care Partners Internal Medicine provider, Phillis Boone, NP, shares some Expert Advice on what to look for and how to get help.

July 11, 2019

Posted by Elizabeth Meeth

Tags in Big Rapids MI, Canadian Lakes MI, Cognitive Function, dementia, elder care, Elderly, elderly safetly, forgetfulness, Grand Rapids MI, memory loss, memory testing, michigan primary care partners, Phillis Boone NP, Reed City MI, senior safety in the home, SLUMS Test

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Expert Advice: Heat Stroke and Dehydration

The hot summer days are upon us. A time when the elderly are particularly at risk from dehydration and heat stroke. Learn the signs to look for from Family Medicine physician Susan Davis, DO, as she shares some Expert Advice.

July 8, 2019

Posted by Elizabeth Meeth

Tags in Big Rapids MI, Canadian Lakes MI, Dehyration, DO, Elderly, Grand Rapids MI, Heat Stroke, michigan primary care partners, Reed City MI, Susan Davis

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Expert Advice: West Michigan Pharmacy

Convenience is a must when you are trying to get well. That’s why we offer pharmacy service right in the same building as Michigan Primary Care Partners in Big Rapids.

June 24, 2019

Posted by Elizabeth Meeth

Tags in Ashley Goote, big rapids, In-house Pharmacy, MI, michigan primary care partners, Pharmacist, RPh, West Michigan Pharmacy

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Expert Advice: New Blood Pressure Guidelines

Relaxed blood pressure guidelines by the Joint National Committee have many wondering whether they should rethink their target number. With almost half the adult population considered hypertensive in the US, there are ways to keep your blood pressure under control. Michigan Primary Care Partners Family Medicine physician, Neil Goodman, DO, has some Expert Advice.

June 10, 2019

Posted by Elizabeth Meeth

Tags in big rapids, Canadian Lakes, DO, Grand Rapids, Hypertension, JNC8, MI, michigan primary care partners, Neil Goodman, New Blood Pressure Guidelines, Nutrition for Blood Pressure, Reed City, stroke risk

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Colonoscopy Screening

It’s the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths – yet it is preventable. Listen below as Michigan Primary Care Partners Internal Medicine physician, Rashmi Juneja, MD, shares how you can protect yourself from Colon Cancer. You do not need a referral to get a colonoscopy. To schedule your appointment visit: http://bit.ly/WhychooseWMSC

June 10, 2019

Posted by Elizabeth Meeth

Tags in big rapids, Canadian Lakes, Colon Cancer, Colon Cancer Screening, Colonoscopy, Endoscopy, Grand Rapids, MD, MI, michigan primary care partners, polyp, rashmi juneja, Reed City, West Michigan Surgery Center

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Internal Medicine versus Family Medicine

Expert Advice: Internal Medicine versus Family Practice

Family practice or Internal Medicine – there are key differences when considering who should be in charge of your healthcare. Michigan Primary Care Partners physician Rashmi Juneja, MD, shares some Expert Advice on the topic. We have Family and Internal Medicine providers accepting patients at our four locations. For details, visit our Care Team page […]

May 24, 2019

Posted by Elizabeth Meeth

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Expert Advice: Skin Cancer Checks

The return of warm weather means many of us will be back enjoying outdoor activities. May is Skin Cancer awareness month. A great time for you to learn more about how to protect yourself and the people you love. Here’s some Expert Advice:

May 14, 2019

Posted by Elizabeth Meeth

Tags in big rapids, Canadian Lakes, Family Nurse Practitioner, Grand Rapids, Lyni Nowak, melanoma, michigan primary care partners, Reed City, skin cancer, skin checks

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Be FAST with Stroke

May is Stroke awareness month. A great time to learn your risk for the condition that is the leading cause of long term disability. Strokes occur every 40 seconds and take a life every four minutes. Consider a stroke like an attack on your brain. During a stroke vital blood flow and oxygen are withheld […]

May 10, 2019

Posted by Elizabeth Meeth

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