Last year for Thyroid Awareness Month, I wrote about the advances in ultrasound and fine-needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy to identify patients requiring surgery for thyroid cancer. This year I would like to introduce next-generation sequencing (NGS). NGS can look at variable genetic alterations within a thyroid FNA specimen and provides a comprehensive understanding of tumor…

Many women of, all ages, contemplate changing the size and or shape of their breasts. This may be to improve perceived beauty, femininity, sexuality or improve body proportions or correct asymmetries. The decision to have a breast augmentation is a very personal decision that only you can make for yourself. It’s about what you want…

Many women of, all ages, contemplate changing the size and or shape of their breasts. This may be to improve perceived beauty, femininity, sexuality or improve body proportions or correct asymmetries. The decision to have a breast augmentation is a very personal decision that only you can make for yourself. It’s about what you want…

Information provided by Gina Baxter, UT Health East Texas Olympic Center Tyler Operations Manager.   Regardless of the type of diabetes you have, exercise and physical activity are important for overall health and wellness. Regular exercise has many benefits including improvement in blood sugar control, weight loss, improved insulin sensitivity and cardiovascular benefits. Engaging in…

As we quickly approach the holiday season, I hope that many of my patients will be experiencing much-needed relaxation and quality time with friends and family. However, they may also celebrate with some little overindulgences in fine food and alcohol, which could lead to another unwelcomed holiday gift. This is the time of year I…