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News Osteopathic Medicine
What is Osteopathic Medicine? Learn about Osteopathic Medicine Treatment and how it can be used to benefit patient healthcare in a variety of ways, featuring Dr. Erica Mirigliani. -
News Seasonal Wellness
Learn about Seasonal Wellness, including at-home and over-the-counter remedies for seasonal allergies and the symptoms and treatments for stress, anxiety and depression. -
News Preventive Healthcare
Early detection and prevention saves lives. Stay proactive about your health by talking with your clinical team about your health risks and learning about the screening options that are right for you. -
News Healthy Aging
As we age, it is essential for us to take better care of our physical and mental health. Common issues affecting aging adults include heart disease, chronic disease, mental health, and diabetes. -
News Welcoming Erica Mirigliani
Erica Mirigliani, DO attended Medical School at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her Family Medicine Residency in Florida at AdventHealth. -
News Children’s Health & Wellness
Developing an active lifestyle, routine sleep schedule and mindful habits in the kitchen can benefit your child and help keep them healthy and happy now and in the future. -
News Men’s Health & Wellness
We sat down with Clinician Patrick Aquino Vergel De Dios to talk about some of the major issues that impact men’s health and wellness, including Heart Health, Prostate Cancer, Diabetes, and Mental Health. -
News Welcoming Brendan Sharer
Brendan Sharer, MPAS, PA-C completed his undergraduate and graduate studies at Mercyhurst University. He is passionate about building relationships with patients and focuses on preventative medicine and overall wellness, with a special interest in cardiology and orthopedics. -
News Women’s Health & Wellness
We sat down with Clinician Juliana Caram to talk about Women’s Health and Wellness, from awareness to prevention and beyond. We’ll be taking an in-depth look at issues that impact women’s health, including Stress, Breast and Gynecological Health, and Bone Health. -
News Make the Most of Your Appointment
You’ve scheduled your appointment with us, and it’s almost time for you to come in. Whether you’re a new or established patient, we’ve put together a quick and easy checklist to help you make the most of your appointment. -
News Understanding Heart Disease
Heart Disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States, contributing to approximately 1 in 4 deaths. The key risk factors for heart disease are high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and smoking. Nearly half of Americans have at least one of these three risk factors. -
News New Year. New You.
The new year is a great time to instill new habits and commit to your health. A great way to start is by caring for your diet and what you put in your body. We’ve gathered some helpful tips that can benefit your overall health, even for those with a busy schedule. -
News Keep the ER for Emergencies
Holidays are the busiest time of the year for lots of stores, restaurants, and, unfortunately, Emergency Rooms. We’ve gathered some resources together to help you have a better understanding of when to seek Primary Care, Urgent Care, or Emergency Care. -
News Holiday Safety Tips
Between decorating and cooking, you’re bound to be reaching tall spaces and working more actively around the house and while running errands. Be safe and use ladders, step stools, and materials appropriately. If you get injured, be sure to seek help from… -
News Holiday Health Tips
Holidays are an exciting and festive time of year! Here at Southwest Orlando Family Medicine, we want you to enjoy your family time in a healthy and safe way. We’ve gathered some helpful tips to keep in mind throughout the holidays. -
News Review Your Visit
By now, you’ve successful enrolled in your insurance coverage, selected your Primary Care Provider, prepared for your visit, and completed your appointment… but wait, there’s more! Follow-up appointments, prescription pick-ups, and lab results are all common things that you may need to review after your appointment. -
News The Day of Your Visit
Exams and physical check-ups are an important part of your visit, but so are conversations about what’s new in your diet, work life, home life, and more. Spending time talking you’re your Clinician helps them to anticipate and suggest preventative healthcare recommendations. It’s important to be completely honest with your Clinician -
News Before Your Visit
In our previous article, we discussed important factors to keep in mind when selecting a provider for your healthcare needs. This week, we’ll cover how to prepare for your upcoming visit with your healthcare provider. We recommend you always come to your visit prepared with your questions and concerns. Here are a few things to keep in mind. -
News Find Your Healthcare Provider
Seeking the best healthcare for you and your family can be overwhelming. At Southwest Orlando Family Medicine, P.L., our goal is to provide you and your family with exceptional medical care from our experienced clinicians. With open enrollment upon us, we wanted to share some resources for helpful tips on navigating your healthcare choices. -
News Welcoming Juliana Caram
Juliana Caram completed her graduate studies from Nova Southeastern University with honors. She is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and her professional clinical experiences include critical care medicine and hematology/oncology. -
News Welcoming Dr. Rica Jester
Rica Jester, MD is a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine. She completed her residency in Family Medicine at the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL. She is thrilled to be practicing medicine back at home in Orlando. Her passions in family medicine include preventive care and managing chronic illnesses. -
News Top 5 Flu Shot Myths We Hear
Every year, we encourage our patients to get the flu shot. Chances are, you’ve heard a few arguments or stories cautioning you to avoid it, “if you don’t need it.” We’re here to debunk the myths and provide responses to some of the most popular arguments against it. Here are the Top 5 Myths we hear about the flu shot. -
News Welcoming Grace Pagtakhan
Grace completed her undergraduate degree in Nursing at Virginia Commonwealth University and her graduate studies at Chamberlain College of Nursing. Grace brings with her over 10 years of experience in cardiology and nursing leadership, and has lived in the Philippines; Brooklyn, NY; Virginia Beach, VA; and now, Orlando, FL. -
News Welcome to Our New Website
We’re happy to welcome you to our brand new Southwest Orlando Family Medicine, P.L. website! You’ll find all the information you need from your phone or computer on our new site, and enjoy a faster and easier online experience. Be sure to visit our Getting Started page if you’d like to become a new patient,… View Article -
News Keep Safe in the Sun
Just a reminder from your clinicians at Southwest Orlando Family Medicine, P.L. to keep sunscreen handy for you and your family when you’re out having fun in the sun! -
News Introducing Our New Mobile Site
Now you can browse our website from your phone for a faster and easier mobile experience.
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