by Marie Wood | Nov 6, 2025 | (no category)
With the holiday season upon us, it’s the perfect time to add a healthy twist to your family traditions. Here are 5 ways to create new experiences that make your holidays more memorable and joyful! 1. Crafts – Look What I Made! Plan a craft day. Crafts are a...
by Marie Wood | Oct 2, 2025 | (no category)
Expert Advice from Allison Petzel, PT, DPT: Physical Therapy for Athletes From 2021-24, Hayden Ekern led Minnesota State University-Mankato as a standout quarterback. Football taught him life lessons in adversity, resilience and perseverance. When he got knocked down,...
by Marie Wood | Oct 2, 2025 | (no category)
With fall upon us, now is a great time to experiment with the many varieties of squash! Spaghetti Squash offers a mild flavor and separates into spaghetti-like strands when cooked. When roasted and shredded into strands, it can be used as a pasta substitute and tossed...
by Marie Wood | Apr 14, 2025 | (no category)
As spring break and proms approach, many young women turn to tanning beds to achieve a bronzed look. However, tanning beds carry risks of premature aging and skin cancer. As a dermatology provider, I encourage girls and women of all ages to prioritize their long-term...
by Marie Wood | Apr 11, 2025 | (no category)
Regular check-ups, also called well-child visits, play an important role in your child’s health. In these visits, your healthcare team measures growth and development, protects children from disease, and answers your questions. After all, every stage and age...
by Marie Wood | Sep 13, 2024 | (no category)
A bunion is a bump on the joint at the base of the big toe. This is your metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint. The bump or bunion forms when the big toe joint moves out of place. Then the toe bends toward the other toes. Untreated, the bunion and joint can be painful,...