Health is wealth, as the saying goes, and one of the most effective ways to safeguard this precious asset is through regular health screenings. At Prime MD of Naples, we emphasize the significance of these screenings as a cornerstone of preventive healthcare. Here’s why regular health screenings are vital and how Prime MD of Naples […]
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Why Should I Get the COVID Vaccine?
Written By Andre Nye, MD – As of June 2021 the virus known as SARS-CoV-2 (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2) infected 181 million people on the planet and killed an estimated 2 to 4 million people. By September 2021 it has killed over 675,000 Americans, more than the 1918 Spanish Flu US casualties. We […]
Mental Health Concerns: Speaking to Your Doctor
Written By Andre Nye, MD – It is common to see your doctor on an annual basis to discuss your medical problems or any preventative care you may need. During your doctor’s visit, there should always be a discussion about your overall mental health. Many times, we focus on taking care of a patient’s high […]
How To Get The Most Out of Your Doctor’s Appointment?
Written By Andre Nye, MD – Your health is priceless and getting the most out of your doctor’s appointment is very important. There are very few encounters in life that can potentially affect you as profoundly as 30-minutes with your doctor. During this time they may explain a complex health topic. In some cases, they […]
Back-to-School Health: Tips for Families
Written By Andre Nye, MD – Heading back to school after a long summer is as predictable as the leaves changing in the Fall. Defining back-to-school health goals at this time of year can be like a health “Fall Cleaning.” Families should not only consider their children but also themselves and perhaps their parents. Making […]
Pregnancy Appointments Timeline – What Happens at Each Visit?
Written By Andre Nye, MD – Congratulations on becoming pregnant! So, what’s next? Celebrate, tell your partner, and think of how life is going to change forever in a most wonderful way. There are lots and lots of questions that instantly flash through your mind, and it can be quite overwhelming. Am I having a […]
How To Find Reliable Online Health Information
Written By Andre Nye, MD – Perhaps one of the most remarkable changes that have occurred during the period I have been practicing as a physician is the availability of health information online. It can be empowering and liberating but it can also be dangerous and misleading. Prior to the year 2000, it was not […]
Best Way to Find A New Primary Care Doctor
Written By Andre Nye, MD – When trying to find a new primary care doctor, it is common to have a little anxiety. This is the only professional relationship in which you not only have to tell someone your medical problems, but you may also have to confess your intimate secrets and reveal your darkest […]