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There are two types of diabetes, type 1 and type 2. In this video, Karon LoCicero, MD, of Memorial Hospital of Tampa, describes the symptoms of each type.

Numbness is a symptom that suggests a spinal nerve is being compressed. It's not an indication for surgery, but you should consult a doctor. Watch this video to learn more about spine surgery from Constantine Toumbis, MD at Citrus Memorial Hospital.

To learn more about Dr. Constantine Toumbis, please visit: http://www.citrusmh.com/physicians/pr...

Dr. Carlos Pottinger practices at Genesis Women's Center in Inverness, Florida. His specialty is Obstetrics and Gynecology. He graduated from Ross University in the Caribbean after attending the University of South Florida. In his profile video he explains how he was attending USF and was a junior seeking a degree in engineering. But he realized during that time that he did not want to pursue that degree. After getting a job in school at a medical college he realized he wanted to be a physician. He explains that he loves his job and states there is nothing better than delivering babies. He enjoys getting to know the families over the nine month pregnancy and then enjoys seeing their baby enter the world. His philosophy of patient care is to treat his patients as he would his mother, sister or female family friend.

People with diabetes can live a healthy lifestyle. In this video, Karon LoCicero, MD, of Memorial Hospital of Tampa, shares tips on how to stay healthy while managing diabetes.

Our heart experts are committed to the health of all our friends and
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Amir Ahmadian, MD from Medical Center of Trinity discusses the different parts of the spine, their location and the services they provide in this video.

The Maternity Suites at Oak Hill Hospital is ready to welcome your baby to the world with a team of board certified OB/GYN physicians and midwives, as well as board certified, experienced nurses. With state-of-the art technology and a comfortable, calming, homey atmosphere, we wish to make your experience even more memorable. Learn more at www.OakHillHospital.com/Maternity.

Dr. Richard Prazak practices at Palms Primary Care in St. Petersburg, Florida. During this video he explains how he grew up in a family of doctors and chose to pursue a medical career in college. He explains how he worked as an orderly at a hospital but occasionally had the chance to view surgeries. He states he was interested in becoming a physician from that time onward. He has now practiced internal medicine for more than 38 years. He says he has an old school approach to medicine with a very personal connection to his patients. He says he works with his patients as a partner in their healthcare. His goal is to help patients improve their lives through better health.

As your pregnancy progresses, you should see your doctor more frequently. Watch Thomas Antony, MD, of Citrus Memorial Hospital, detail how often pregnant women should see their doctor.

Foods with high fat content can raise your bad, or low-density lipoprotein (LDL), cholesterol. In this video, Karon LoCicero, MD, of Memorial Hospital of Tampa, shares some examples of foods to avoid.

Heart disease can differ between men and women through their symptoms and the age at which the disease begins. In this video, Karon LoCicero, MD, of Memorial Hospital of Tampa, describes the differences in heart disease based on gender.

Constantine Toumbis, MD at Citrus Memorial Hospital suggests that you have a thorough discussion of your clinical symptoms the first time you see your spine surgeon. Watch this video to learn more about spine surgery.

To learn more about Dr. Constantine Toumbis, please visit: http://www.citrusmh.com/physicians/pr...

Women can reduce their risk of heart disease in the same way that men can. In this video, Karon LoCicero, MD, of Memorial Hospital of Tampa, describes ways to live a healthy lifestyle to help prevent heart disease.

Dr. William Minnix practices at Palms Primary Care in St. Petersburg, Florida. During this video he explains how he always wanted to be a physician. He says he feels like it was his calling in life to be a doctor. He says he enjoys his career and finds it satisfying both professionally and personally. He chose internal medicine as his specialty because the field encompasses a vast amount of health issues which he finds challenging and interesting. He considers his patients to be his extended family and considers caring for them as his responsibility. He believes his role is to guide them through aging as well as through illness and disease. He enjoys getting to know his patients and is dedicated to listening and caring for them.

Choosing to undergo joint replacement or spine surgery is a monumental task. We want to prepare you for the journey and inform you on what to expect before, during, and after surgery. We invite you to view this video of our pre-operative surgical class for total joint and spine.

Monitor your diet if you're concerned about cholesterol, says Karon LoCicero, MD, of Memorial Hospital of Tampa. In this video, she explains that genetics may also affect cholesterol levels, and she recommends talking to your doctor about treatment.

When Joe Corcoran was in need of spinal surgery, he chose Doctors
Hospital of Sarasota's Orthopedic & Spine Institute.

"Having been a physician and a patient at Doctors Hospital, I can
honestly say their patients are always number one."

The most recent advancement in spinal surgery is that surgery has shifted from an in-patient basis to an out-patient procedure. Watch this video to learn more about spine surgery from Constantine Toumbis, MD at Citrus Memorial Hospital.

To learn more about Dr. Constantine Toumbis, please visit: http://www.citrusmh.com/physicians/pr...

In this video, doctors at Citrus Memorial Hospital explain what they like most about the hospital and the hospital community.

It's very important to get an accurate blood pressure reading, says Karon LoCicero, MD, of Memorial Hospital of Tampa. In this video, she gives tips on how to check someone's blood pressure.