This month I have chosen to discuss a “hot topic” in both the political and medical news: Chronic Pain Management and Opiate Abuse in the US. I am also excited to share with you photos and my accountof my recent Aeromedicos trip, as well as the artichokes “From the Garden!” Enjoy!! Pain Management There has been … Continue reading
Spring is in the air!! Now that El Nino is behind us, it’s time to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather. Dust off the old bicycle, lace up the hiking shoes or jump into the pool and work towards the American Heart Association goal of regular cardiovascular exercise to improve your health!! Please enjoy … Continue reading
Now that 2016 is in full swing let’s keep the momentum going with a focus on health and nutrition. This month I will expand on cancer screening guidelines and share a recipe focusing on garden fresh ingredients. Please note that I will be out of the office Friday Feb 12 and Monday Feb 15 however staff will … Continue reading
***Happy New Year from Dr. Hrach*** Now that the holiday festivities have drawn to an end it’s time to change the focus back to you and your health. I hope that you find this month’s health bulletin informative and enjoyable. As always, your feedback is welcome. Breast Cancer Screening, the controversy continues… The United … Continue reading
HAPPY HOLIDAYS from Dr. Hrach and staff!! Please enjoy the December ExtraCare newsletter. I hope you find it informative and as always, your comments and feedback are appreciated. My goal is to have the happiest and healthiest patients in all of Santa Barbara. Please note that our office will be closed Thursday December 24, Friday December … Continue reading
Welcome to ExtraCare! This communication is designed to allow me to share important medical information with you and to keep you appraised of the services offered in the office. My goal is to have the happiest and healthiest patients in all of Santa Barbara. Calcium – Should you or shouldn’t you? That is the big question … Continue reading
Welcome to ExtraCare! I am so excited to be writing my very first ExtraCare newsletter. This communication is designed to allow me to share important medical information with you and to keep you appraised of the services offered in the office. My goal is to have the happiest and healthiest patients in all of Santa Barbara. … Continue reading
“A very accessible, knowledgeable, internist. She has been available in the off hours for emergencies. Her staff, especially Marisela, are easy to contact and helpful.”… Continue reading
I think that most people would agree that getting a flu shot is a good idea. But are you confused about which vaccine to get this year? If so, you are not alone. There are live vaccines and killed vaccines, trivalent and quadrivalent, high dose and regular dose. No wonder it’s so confusing. Here’s a … Continue reading
A great way to get motivated to exercise is to know the benefits of exercise ! An Editorial in the Annals of Internal Medicine discussed how 150 minutes of exercise weekly, 30 minutes 5 times a week can decrease abdominal obesity which is correlated with elevated cholesterol levels, insulin resistance and cardiovascular disease. The higher … Continue reading