DEXA Bone Density Scans
It’s no secret that with age comes greater health risks, but this doesn’t mean you can’t live life to the fullest at an older age. The best way to stay healthy is to be in tune with your health and know what you’re up against. For women, osteoporosis is one of those diseases that becomes […]
Get to Know a Few of Our Women’s Health Providers
Whether you’re playing catch-up with work emails or playing catch with your kids, we understand it can be hard to make health a priority. The team at Riverview Health Physicians OB/GYN understands that each woman’s health needs and life circumstances are unique. By taking a personalized approach, our physicians work with each patient to help […]
#MyFocus: Made for Medicine
It’s not very often a child decides their future career at 6 years old. Many children aspire to be a police officer, a firefighter or a doctor – but change their minds as they get older. And many young adults set off for college with a career path in mind – only to change their […]
Menopause Symptoms? What You Eat Can Help
By Dennis L. Pippenger, MD Riverview Health Physicians OB/GYN Weight gain? Hot flashes? Your food choices can make things easier when you’re dealing with a mid-life transition. But first, know you’re not alone. Many women in their 40s or 50s find it difficult to keep extra pounds off. Because of lowering hormone levels and the […]