Posted July 15, 2011
The common cold is something most of us take for granted as an inevitable part of life. During the warm and balmy summer months we hardly think about it at all. When patients are considering plastic surgery they must be healthy for the best surgical patient experience. Dr.
Posted July 13, 2011
Stress has many negative effects whether you are the boss or not. It can become evident rather quickly when a person looks stressed. It is important for people to maintain a calm and relaxed look because in most circles that equals a healthy and happy person. Although the rule is: you cannot judge a book by its cover, it is done every day.
Posted July 11, 2011
The new push to display nutrition labels for everything from grocery items to restaurant choices as people firmly planted on both sides of the debate. History shows us that most are apathetic. Dr. O’Toole shares with his middle-aged female patients that diet is very important; however, it is not everything.
Posted July 11, 2011
As American children continue to gain weight to the point of what some call an obesity epidemic, experts have widely mixed opinion when it comes to providing solutions. At the very least we can all agree that eating less and exercising more is effective. For many young women who are in their late teens or early 20s excessively large breasts prevent them from experiencing the benefits of regular exercise.
Posted July 08, 2011
Most likely, not many women would find having a mammogram a reason to party. More realistically women shudder at the thought of what can only be described in the kindest terms as uncomfortable. The purpose of mammograms is to detect breast cancer risk early. Women are not routinely taking advantage of the screenings. Dr.
Posted July 08, 2011
The DEA has released their findings that marijuana does not have any medicinal value. Patients considering plastic surgery should be prepared to disclose all medications that are being taken. Dr. O’Toole uses a medical history intake form to assess the medical history of patients. Many drugs including supplements and over-the-counter products are omitted by patients.
Posted July 04, 2011
Diet soda may seem to be an unlikely source of weight gain but some say that is not so.
Posted June 30, 2011
Americans are living longer than ever before, much of it due to early screening.
Posted June 29, 2011
While the best method to quit smoking will be continually debated, few will deny the deadly effects of smoking. Dr. O’Toole explains to his patients that smoking can considerably increase the risks associated with plastic surgery.
Posted June 28, 2011
Obesity has many risk for health complications. Dr. O’Toole explains to his patients that even after major weight loss there will will be residual health conditions.
