https://www.revmedrva.com https://www.revmedrva.com/top-10-reasons-that-having-a-primary-care-physician-is-essential <div> <img src="https://irp.cdn-website.com/18e77527/dms3rep/multi/primary-care.jpg"/> </div> <div data-rss-type="text"> <h3> <span> Health Monitoring: </span> </h3> <p> <span> Your primary care doctor does more than just treat sickness; they ensure your ongoing well-being. Regular check-ups help detect serious conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure. </span> </p> <p> <br/> </p> <h3> <span> Chronic Illness Management: </span> </h3> <p> <span> Chronic illnesses affect a significant portion of Americans, leading to disability and high healthcare costs. Conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease can be managed effectively with the help of a primary care physician. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <h3> <span> Medical Home Establishment: </span> </h3> <p> <span> Having a primary care doctor means having a central point for healthcare needs, from acute illnesses to routine check-ups. It ensures continuity of care and allows for long-term health monitoring. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <h3> <span> Specialist Access: </span> </h3> <p> <span> Primary care doctors facilitate access to specialists when needed, ensuring coordinated care and comprehensive treatment. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <h3> <span> Health Maintenance: </span> </h3> <p> <span> Research suggests that individuals with primary care physicians tend to be healthier, adhering better to medications and receiving regular screenings like mammograms. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <h3> <span> Cost Reduction: </span> </h3> <p> <span> Regular visits to a primary care doctor can lower overall healthcare costs by preventing serious illnesses and detecting conditions early, when they're more manageable. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <h3> <span> Health History Management: </span> </h3> <p> <span> Your primary care doctor maintains a comprehensive record of your health history, facilitating referrals and ensuring specialists have necessary information. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <h3> <span> Reduced Hospital Visits: </span> </h3> <p> <span> Regular primary care visits are associated with fewer hospitalizations and emergency room visits, as early intervention can prevent complications. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <h3> <span> Enhanced Communication: </span> </h3> <p> <span> Effective communication between doctor and patient is crucial for understanding treatment plans and addressing concerns. Establishing a rapport with a primary care physician fosters ongoing dialogue and clarity in healthcare decisions. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <h3> <span> Routine Screenings: </span> </h3> <p> <span> Annual check-ups include essential screenings for cholesterol, blood sugar, and organ function, helping to identify health issues early on. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <br/> </p> </div> Fri, 31 May 2024 18:44:06 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/top-10-reasons-that-having-a-primary-care-physician-is-essential thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/children-on-montelukast FDA requires Boxed Warning about serious mental health side effects for asthma and allergy drug montelukast (Singulair); advises restricting use for allergic rhinitis - Risks may include suicidal thoughts or actions <div data-rss-type="text"> <h2> <span> FDA requires Boxed Warning about serious mental health side effects for asthma and allergy drug montelukast (Singulair); advises restricting use for allergic rhinitis </span> </h2> <h2> <span> ***Risks may include suicidal thoughts or actions </span> <span> <br/> </span> </h2> </div> <div> <img src="https://irp.cdn-website.com/18e77527/dms3rep/multi/Children-on-Montelukast.jpg"/> </div> <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> One of my main concerns as a physician is whether the benefit of a medication outweighs the side effects. </span> <span> <span> </span> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> A young teenager that I've been treating has always had a measure of mood issues, distractibility and social anxiety. These symptoms are common in the adolescent population; you don’t have to be a doctor to know that! And so I attributed it to their personality. But recently they stopped a common drug prescribed to treat asthma, montelukast. And as a result of stopping the montelukast, they have had a profound improvement in their psychiatric symptoms. My patient is more focused, their thoughts are clearer and they feel more like themself. Their parents feel like the child they knew four years ago is back! </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> There are two things I take away from this experience. First, even though a side effect of a medication may be rare, it doesn't mean that it is insignificant in our patient population. Next, it is imperative on us to not give too much weight to anecdotal evidence. The Richmond area is infamous for exacerbating asthma symptoms. As a result, a number of our young people are started on montelukast and similar leukotriene receptor antagonists because we want to be able to provide relief from asthma symptoms. For many of these people, it's possible that the drug has prevented exacerbations, which may have landed them in the hospital or worse. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> For those of us who do treat children with montelukast, we may want to consider trials off the medication to see if there are any changes in common psychiatric conditions, particularly if the child has been taking montelukast for some time. Childhood and adolescent mental illness is certainly not unusual, and there can be many, many causes but oftentimes we can fail to consider drugs that we consider relatively innocuous. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <span> I hope in writing this blog is to draw attention to </span> </span> <a href="https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/fda-requires-boxed-warning-about-serious-mental-health-side-effects-asthma-and-allergy-drug" target="_blank"> the new black box warning </a> <span> <span> that has been placed on Montelukast and to discuss my experience with my own patient. The boxed warning isn’t new, it was issued by the FDA in March of 2020. But I was slightly focused on other health news at that time, and hadn’t really noted this warning. Patients can be more informed, particularly parents of children who are taking this medication, and physicians can be more aware of potential pitfalls that can come with prescribing this medicine. </span> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> One reason I like to have the type of practice I have is that we can talk about potential issues with medications and really address trials of going off of a medicine. For this particular patient, I've prescribed an alternative leukotriene receptor antagonist, but at this point parents are hesitant to start that. And I certainly can understand their hesitancy. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> </div> Wed, 01 May 2024 19:00:08 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/children-on-montelukast Health Tips thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/is-it-allergies-or-something-else Tips for recognizing symptoms, early for allergies, the flu, COVID-19, and the common cold <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> Yes, it is allergy season in Virginia. But how do you know if what you are experiencing is actually allergies and not the flu, COVID-19 or a common cold? Recognizing what your symptoms are early on can help in seeking the right medical advice and taking appropriate precautions.  </span> </p> <p> <br/> </p> <p> <span> Here are some tips: </span> <span> <br/> </span> </p> </div> <div> <img src="https://irp.cdn-website.com/18e77527/dms3rep/multi/is-it-the-flu.jpg"/> </div> <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> Seasonal Allergies </span> </span> <span> <br/> </span> <span> <span> are usually triggered in vulnerable people by exposure to allergens such as tree pollen, mold spores, ragweed and grass.  The symptoms are usually milder than a virus but will persist as long as someone is exposed to the allergen, which often means symptoms persist for months.  </span> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> Common symptoms include: </span> </p> <ul> <li> <span> Sneezing </span> </li> <li> <span> Itchy or watery eyes </span> </li> <li> <span> Scratchy throat </span> </li> <li> <span> Runny or stuffy nose </span> </li> <li> <span> Skin rashes or hives </span> </li> <li> <span> Coughing </span> </li> </ul> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <span> The flu </span> </span> <span> <br/> </span> <span> is caused by the influenza virus and can have symptoms that overlap with other illnesses.  Intense symptoms often last four to five days, but are often followed by a cough that can persist for weeks to months.  </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> Key symptoms include: </span> </p> <ul> <li> <span> High fever </span> </li> <li> <span> Body aches and chills </span> </li> <li> <span> Fatigue </span> </li> <li> <span> Cough and sore throat </span> </li> <li> <span> Headache </span> </li> </ul> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <span> COVID-19 </span> </span> <span> <br/> </span> <span> <span> is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Like other viruses, a residual cough is usually present for weeks afterwards.  </span> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> Symptoms can vary widely, but common ones include: </span> </p> <ul> <li> <span> Fever or chills </span> </li> <li> <span> Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing </span> </li> <li> <span> Cough </span> </li> <li> <span> Loss of taste or smell </span> </li> <li> <span> Fatigue </span> </li> <li> <span> Muscle or body aches </span> </li> </ul> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <span> Colds </span> </span> <span> <br/> </span> <span> are caused by hundreds of different viruses and can share symptoms with allergies and the flu.  </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> Common cold symptoms include: </span> </p> <ul> <li> <span> Runny or stuffy nose </span> </li> <li> <span> Sneezing </span> </li> <li> <span> Sore throat </span> </li> <li> <span> Mild fever </span> </li> <li> <span> Body aches and pains </span> </li> <li> <span> Fatigue </span> </li> <li> <span> Cough </span> </li> </ul> <p> <span> <br/> </span> <span> There’s a lot of overlap in symptoms between all of these illnesses, but different treatments for each of them.  And in most cases the symptoms can be treated, but the illness itself can’t be cured.  Coughs that persist after viral infections are notorious for being resistant to treatment. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> <span> If you experience symptoms like shortness of breath, persistent chest pain, confusion, or bluish lips or face, seek immediate medical attention, as these could be signs of a severe illness.  Those who have pre-existing conditions, especially respiratory conditions like asthma or emphysema, need to be especially careful. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> <span> If you're unsure about your symptoms, it's advisable to consult with a healthcare professional for guidance. If you  </span> </p> <p> <span> would like a consultation with RevMed, you can contact us here to become a member of the practice. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> <span> Take care of yourself!  </span> </p> <p> <span> Best, </span> </p> <p> <span> Dr. Dan Moore  </span> </p> <p> <span> RevMed <br/> </span> </p> </div> <div> <img src="https://irp.cdn-website.com/18e77527/dms3rep/multi/dr+dan+signature+for+amcards.jpg" alt=""/> </div> Thu, 14 Mar 2024 19:46:51 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/is-it-allergies-or-something-else Health Tips thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/how-to-help-prevent-a-heart-attack <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </p> </div> Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:16:37 GMT jessica@rivercityconsulting.com (Jessica Ellett) https://www.revmedrva.com/how-to-help-prevent-a-heart-attack video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/if-i-ve-had-chickenpox-can-i-get-the-shingles <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </p> </div> Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:16:36 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/if-i-ve-had-chickenpox-can-i-get-the-shingles video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/talking-to-kids-about-prescription-drugs <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </p> </div> Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:16:34 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/talking-to-kids-about-prescription-drugs video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/what-if-i-swallow-something-poisonous <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </p> </div> Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:16:34 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/what-if-i-swallow-something-poisonous video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/is-it-a-mole-or-melanoma <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </p> </div> Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:16:33 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/is-it-a-mole-or-melanoma video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/what-should-i-do-if-i-feel-a-lump-in-my-breast <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </p> </div> Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:16:30 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/what-should-i-do-if-i-feel-a-lump-in-my-breast video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/am-i-lazy-or-is-it-in-low-testosterone <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </p> </div> Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:16:29 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/am-i-lazy-or-is-it-in-low-testosterone video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/when-should-i-get-screened-for-cancer <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </p> </div> Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:16:28 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/when-should-i-get-screened-for-cancer video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/how-do-i-know-if-i-m-dehydrated <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </p> </div> Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:16:26 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/how-do-i-know-if-i-m-dehydrated video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/is-it-a-heart-attack-or-panic-attack <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </p> </div> Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:16:24 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/is-it-a-heart-attack-or-panic-attack video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/tips-on-positive-habits-and-creating-successful-exercise-routines <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 21:13:03 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/tips-on-positive-habits-and-creating-successful-exercise-routines video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/is-it-allergies-or-a-cold <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 21:11:14 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/is-it-allergies-or-a-cold video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/what-to-do-about-a-sinus-infection <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 21:11:13 GMT justin@rivercityconsulting.com (Justin Ellett) https://www.revmedrva.com/what-to-do-about-a-sinus-infection video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/what-do-you-do-when-you-re-bleeding-on-your-finger-nail <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 21:11:13 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/what-do-you-do-when-you-re-bleeding-on-your-finger-nail video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/what-are-the-pros-and-cons-for-preventative-screening <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 21:11:12 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/what-are-the-pros-and-cons-for-preventative-screening video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/how-much-sunscreen-should-i-use-and-what-spf <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 21:11:09 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/how-much-sunscreen-should-i-use-and-what-spf video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/what-do-you-do-if-you-get-bit-by-a-poisonous-snake-like-a-copperhead <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 21:11:09 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/what-do-you-do-if-you-get-bit-by-a-poisonous-snake-like-a-copperhead video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/the-importance-of-regularly-checking-your-blood-pressure-and-the-effects-of-long-term-high-blood-pressure <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 21:11:08 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/the-importance-of-regularly-checking-your-blood-pressure-and-the-effects-of-long-term-high-blood-pressure video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/treating-chronic-asthma <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 21:11:07 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/treating-chronic-asthma video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/what-do-you-do-when-your-cut-and-bleeding <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 20:50:38 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/what-do-you-do-when-your-cut-and-bleeding video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/what-should-i-do-first-for-a-bee-sting <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 20:50:38 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/what-should-i-do-first-for-a-bee-sting video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/how-do-our-bodies-react-to-heat-and-how-to-manage-it <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 20:50:37 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/how-do-our-bodies-react-to-heat-and-how-to-manage-it video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/what-do-i-do-when-i-have-an-ear-ache <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 20:50:35 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/what-do-i-do-when-i-have-an-ear-ache video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/what-to-do-first-when-you-meet-a-new-dog <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 20:50:34 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/what-to-do-first-when-you-meet-a-new-dog video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/how-do-you-properly-lift-heavy-objects <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 20:32:31 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/how-do-you-properly-lift-heavy-objects video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/how-do-you-recognize-pink-eye <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 20:30:43 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/how-do-you-recognize-pink-eye video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/https-youtu-be-63ylomjer6i <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 20:30:40 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/https-youtu-be-63ylomjer6i video thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/let-s-talk-hot-flashes-revmed-infinity-health <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> Dr. Dan Moore of RevMed and Madison Kiley of Infinity Health join River City Podcasts to discuss all things menopause! This is a topic that all women face, yet it is rarely discussed in a way that we can learn and understand what is happening to our bodies as we age. Get information and tips from our medical experts!  <br/> <br/> www.InfinityHealthVA.com <br/> <br/> www.RevMedRVA.com </span> </p> <p> <br/> </p> <p> <span> <span> Thanks for listening to River City Podcast! A River City Consulting Production.  </span> </span> <a href="https://www.rivercityconsulting.com/podcasts" target="_blank"> www.RiverCityPodcast.com <br/> </a> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 20:22:31 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/let-s-talk-hot-flashes-revmed-infinity-health podcast thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/mold-patrol-with-wilton-construction-and-revmed <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> Today we are also joined by Sarah Bradley and Dr. Dan Moore. Sarah is the Communications Manager for Wilton Construction. Dr. Dan is the owner the RevMed in Richmond, Virginia and he is a Direct Primary Care physician. We also have a call in to Jessie Black who is the Mitigation Manager for Wilton Construction.  <br/> <br/> We have a big issue with mold in Virginia with the extreme humidity combined with rainy days - especially in the spring. And that leads to a much higher level of mold than in dryer states. Mold grows wherever moisture or humidity is present. Because this is such a huge issue in the state, we sit down to discuss how to recognize if you have an issue in your home, how to get ride of mold safely, when to call in an expert and what the health issues are related to exposure to mold.  <br/> <br/> To learn more about Wilton Construction visit:  </span> </span> <a href="https://www.wiltonconstruction.com/" target="_blank"> wiltonconstruction.com </a> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <span> To learn more about Dr. Dan Moore and RevMed visit:  </span> </span> <a href="https://www.rvadpc.com/%20" target="_blank"> rvadpc.com <br/> </a> </p> <p> <br/> </p> <p> <span> <span> To listen in visit:  </span> </span> <a href="https://www.rivercityconsulting.com/podcasts" target="_blank"> rivercitypodcast.com </a> <a href="https://www.rvadpc.com/%20" target="_blank"> <br/> </a> </p> </div> Mon, 22 May 2023 20:22:30 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/mold-patrol-with-wilton-construction-and-revmed podcast thumbnail main image https://www.revmedrva.com/how-to-avoid-hot-tub-folliculitis-the-itchy-red-rash <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Thu, 18 May 2023 14:35:44 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/how-to-avoid-hot-tub-folliculitis-the-itchy-red-rash video thumbnail https://www.revmedrva.com/do-i-need-to-worry-about-rabies <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Thu, 18 May 2023 14:34:07 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/do-i-need-to-worry-about-rabies video thumbnail https://www.revmedrva.com/what-do-you-do-when-your-tooth-is-knocked-out <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> View this quick video to get a few quick tips. </span> </span> </p> </div> Thu, 18 May 2023 14:26:37 GMT https://www.revmedrva.com/what-do-you-do-when-your-tooth-is-knocked-out video thumbnail