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Award-winning physicians caring exclusively for Kaiser Permanente patients in DC, MD, and VA.
We're proud that Military Times recognized the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group | Kaiser Permanente on its 2025: Best for Vets: Employers rankings.
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November 20, 2025 at 7:01 PM
We're proud that Military Times recognized the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group | Kaiser Permanente on its 2025: Best for Vets: Employers rankings.
Learn more about this recognition: https://k-p.li/4qY6S1w
Learn more about this recognition: https://k-p.li/4qY6S1w
Proud to announce that hundreds of physicians at Kaiser Permanente are recognized as Top Doctors in 2025 by Baltimore and Washingtonian Magazines!
Get to know the featured doctors. 🏆
🔗 Baltimore: https://k-p.li/3X6zMyS
🔗 Washingtonian: https://k-p.li/43aCzKW
Get to know the featured doctors. 🏆
🔗 Baltimore: https://k-p.li/3X6zMyS
🔗 Washingtonian: https://k-p.li/43aCzKW
November 19, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Proud to announce that hundreds of physicians at Kaiser Permanente are recognized as Top Doctors in 2025 by Baltimore and Washingtonian Magazines!
Get to know the featured doctors. 🏆
🔗 Baltimore: https://k-p.li/3X6zMyS
🔗 Washingtonian: https://k-p.li/43aCzKW
Get to know the featured doctors. 🏆
🔗 Baltimore: https://k-p.li/3X6zMyS
🔗 Washingtonian: https://k-p.li/43aCzKW
💉 IV therapy is trending on TikTok, but is it safe? Dr. Jennifer Dunlavy, an emergency medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente, tells WTOP that water is safest for hydration.
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🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/49iGFEx
ER doctor: ‘No robust clinical evidence’ that IV hydration spa trend provides a safe pick-me-up - WTOP News
Popular treatment methods on TikTok all point toward intravenous infusions of fluids, vitamins, minerals, and other compounds, which have become a $15 billion industry. But do they help?
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November 18, 2025 at 5:44 PM
💉 IV therapy is trending on TikTok, but is it safe? Dr. Jennifer Dunlavy, an emergency medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente, tells WTOP that water is safest for hydration.
🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/49iGFEx
🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/49iGFEx
🛒 Grocery shopping can teach kids healthy eating. Dr. Michele Arthurs, a family medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente, shares with NBC4 tips for making it educational and fun.
🔗 Watch to learn more: https://bit.ly/4odplVv
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How to make a grocery store visit with kids more fun and educational
How do we get our kids to eat healthy foods – and how do we make grocery store visits with them less miserable? Experts share tips on how to create educational games, including turning your cart into ...
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November 17, 2025 at 4:49 PM
🛒 Grocery shopping can teach kids healthy eating. Dr. Michele Arthurs, a family medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente, shares with NBC4 tips for making it educational and fun.
🔗 Watch to learn more: https://bit.ly/4odplVv
🔗 Watch to learn more: https://bit.ly/4odplVv
Younger veterans face higher PTSD rates, per new research. Dr. Farzaneh Sabi associate medical director at Kaiser Permanente, tells WTOP how loved ones can help: listen, create safe spaces, and show up to support their recovery.
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Younger veterans are 3 times more likely to have PTSD than older vets, study finds - WTOP News
As the nation prepares to commemorate Veterans Day on Tuesday, a new study suggests the challenge of returning home after military service is harder for younger veterans.
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November 16, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Younger veterans face higher PTSD rates, per new research. Dr. Farzaneh Sabi associate medical director at Kaiser Permanente, tells WTOP how loved ones can help: listen, create safe spaces, and show up to support their recovery.
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Headphones can cause permanent hearing damage if you're not careful. Dr. Nitinkumar Patel, a head and neck surgeon at Kaiser Permanente, shares safe listening habits.
🔗 Read to learn the warning signs: https://k-p.li/47tA3C4
🔗 Read to learn the warning signs: https://k-p.li/47tA3C4
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November 14, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Headphones can cause permanent hearing damage if you're not careful. Dr. Nitinkumar Patel, a head and neck surgeon at Kaiser Permanente, shares safe listening habits.
🔗 Read to learn the warning signs: https://k-p.li/47tA3C4
🔗 Read to learn the warning signs: https://k-p.li/47tA3C4
Falling back can leave you feeling groggy. Dr. Keisha Sullivan, a sleep medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente, shares sleep hygiene tips with WTOP—from avoiding caffeine to using sunlight as a natural cue.
🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/3JO59Lu
🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/3JO59Lu
Daylight saving time ends: Fall back without losing sleep - WTOP News
Technically, we’ll gain an extra hour of sleep when Daylight Saving Time ends on Nov. 2, and clocks “fall back.” But that time change can still throw off your sleep, leaving you feeling groggy and slu...
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November 13, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Falling back can leave you feeling groggy. Dr. Keisha Sullivan, a sleep medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente, shares sleep hygiene tips with WTOP—from avoiding caffeine to using sunlight as a natural cue.
🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/3JO59Lu
🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/3JO59Lu
Collagen supplements are trending, but the science isn't there yet. Dr. Randa Khoury, a dermatologist at Kaiser Permanente, shares what actually works to protect your skin's collagen.
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November 12, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Collagen supplements are trending, but the science isn't there yet. Dr. Randa Khoury, a dermatologist at Kaiser Permanente, shares what actually works to protect your skin's collagen.
🔗 https://k-p.li/3Xc5k6o
🔗 https://k-p.li/3Xc5k6o
75% of boys ages 11-17 regularly see "digital masculinity" content promoting unrealistic standards. Dr. Mutsa Nyakabau, a pediatrician at Kaiser Permanente, tells WTOP how parents can help.
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‘Digital masculinity’ bombarding teen boys with content, stereotypes of ‘what it means to be a man’ - WTOP News
Social media-fueled “digital masculinity” is shaping teen boys’ ideas on manhood and growing up.
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November 9, 2025 at 6:36 PM
75% of boys ages 11-17 regularly see "digital masculinity" content promoting unrealistic standards. Dr. Mutsa Nyakabau, a pediatrician at Kaiser Permanente, tells WTOP how parents can help.
🔗 https://bit.ly/3JkMg2L
🔗 https://bit.ly/3JkMg2L
Falling back doesn't mean staying up later. Dr. Julie Chen, an internal medicine specialist at Kaiser Permanente, tells FOX5 that changing your bedtime causes "daylight savings jetlag."
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November 8, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Falling back doesn't mean staying up later. Dr. Julie Chen, an internal medicine specialist at Kaiser Permanente, tells FOX5 that changing your bedtime causes "daylight savings jetlag."
🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/49CvR49
🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/49CvR49
Is sea moss safe? Dr. Eddye Bullock, an internal medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente, explains why this unregulated supplement lacks scientific backing and poses risks—especially for people with thyroid issues. Always consult your doctor.
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November 7, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Is sea moss safe? Dr. Eddye Bullock, an internal medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente, explains why this unregulated supplement lacks scientific backing and poses risks—especially for people with thyroid issues. Always consult your doctor.
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🔗 https://k-p.li/47RNNGE
Planning a cruise? Dr. Eddye Bullock, an internal medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente, recommends: update vaccinations, bring extra medication, practice frequent handwashing, and stay hydrated. Proper planning prevents common cruise illnesses.
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November 5, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Planning a cruise? Dr. Eddye Bullock, an internal medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente, recommends: update vaccinations, bring extra medication, practice frequent handwashing, and stay hydrated. Proper planning prevents common cruise illnesses.
🔗 https://k-p.li/3X40W9o
🔗 https://k-p.li/3X40W9o
Looking for teen health support? Dr. Christina Brown, a pediatrician at Kaiser Permanente, leads the Pediatric Lifestyle Medicine Program—offering personalized care, regular check-ins, and family-centered wellness tools. Read to learn more. 💪
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November 4, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Looking for teen health support? Dr. Christina Brown, a pediatrician at Kaiser Permanente, leads the Pediatric Lifestyle Medicine Program—offering personalized care, regular check-ins, and family-centered wellness tools. Read to learn more. 💪
🔗 https://k-p.li/49prA44
🔗 https://k-p.li/49prA44
🏆 Hundreds of physicians at Kaiser Permanente are recognized in Washingtonian's annual "Top Doctors" issue!
Get to know our Top Doctors: https://k-p.li/43aCzKW
Get to know our Top Doctors: https://k-p.li/43aCzKW
November 3, 2025 at 12:56 PM
🏆 Hundreds of physicians at Kaiser Permanente are recognized in Washingtonian's annual "Top Doctors" issue!
Get to know our Top Doctors: https://k-p.li/43aCzKW
Get to know our Top Doctors: https://k-p.li/43aCzKW
Acetaminophen is safe during pregnancy when used appropriately. Dr. Amy Banulis, an ob-gyn at Kaiser Permanente, tells NOVA Magazine—decades of research and guidance from ACOG confirm it.
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An OB-GYN Shares What to Know About Tylenol During Pregnancy
A Kaiser Permanente doctor debunks myths about Tylenol during pregnancy and explains how to use the medication safely.
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November 1, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Acetaminophen is safe during pregnancy when used appropriately. Dr. Amy Banulis, an ob-gyn at Kaiser Permanente, tells NOVA Magazine—decades of research and guidance from ACOG confirm it.
🔗 https://bit.ly/3Lg9GXt
🔗 https://bit.ly/3Lg9GXt
Early detection prevents heart disease. Dr. Ameya Kulkarni, a cardiologist at Kaiser Permanente, shares with FOX5 how to monitor your blood pressure accurately at home. 120/80 is normal—know your numbers.
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October 31, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Early detection prevents heart disease. Dr. Ameya Kulkarni, a cardiologist at Kaiser Permanente, shares with FOX5 how to monitor your blood pressure accurately at home. 120/80 is normal—know your numbers.
🔗 https://bit.ly/47sBUWo
🔗 https://bit.ly/47sBUWo
Not all foot pain is inevitable. Sometimes it's just a matter of finding shoes that fit properly.
Dr. Kristy Golden joins the Healthier You podcast to explain what to look for—and what red flags to avoid—when shopping for footwear.
🎙️ Listen here: https://bit.ly/4o7BGuZ
Dr. Kristy Golden joins the Healthier You podcast to explain what to look for—and what red flags to avoid—when shopping for footwear.
🎙️ Listen here: https://bit.ly/4o7BGuZ
October 30, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Not all foot pain is inevitable. Sometimes it's just a matter of finding shoes that fit properly.
Dr. Kristy Golden joins the Healthier You podcast to explain what to look for—and what red flags to avoid—when shopping for footwear.
🎙️ Listen here: https://bit.ly/4o7BGuZ
Dr. Kristy Golden joins the Healthier You podcast to explain what to look for—and what red flags to avoid—when shopping for footwear.
🎙️ Listen here: https://bit.ly/4o7BGuZ
"Children with Down syndrome have a range of intellectual and developmental abilities—just like kids without this genetic condition," says Dr. Pim Suwannarat.
This #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth, Dr. Suwannarat explains what to know: https://t.co/tyH2Lmt9nx https://t.co/LNBc75jxnD
This #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth, Dr. Suwannarat explains what to know: https://t.co/tyH2Lmt9nx https://t.co/LNBc75jxnD
October 28, 2025 at 5:20 PM
"Children with Down syndrome have a range of intellectual and developmental abilities—just like kids without this genetic condition," says Dr. Pim Suwannarat.
This #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth, Dr. Suwannarat explains what to know: https://t.co/tyH2Lmt9nx https://t.co/LNBc75jxnD
This #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth, Dr. Suwannarat explains what to know: https://t.co/tyH2Lmt9nx https://t.co/LNBc75jxnD
Many new moms wonder how and when to start working out again after giving birth.
An ob-gyn shares advice on when to start, what to expect, and how to ease back into a fitness routine without the pressure to “bounce back.”
An ob-gyn shares advice on when to start, what to expect, and how to ease back into a fitness routine without the pressure to “bounce back.”
How to Safely Get Back into Exercise After Pregnancy
New moms often wonder how and when to start working out again after giving birth. An ob-gyn shares her advice on when to start, what to expect, and how to ease back into a fitness routine without the pressure to “bounce back.”
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October 25, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Many new moms wonder how and when to start working out again after giving birth.
An ob-gyn shares advice on when to start, what to expect, and how to ease back into a fitness routine without the pressure to “bounce back.”
An ob-gyn shares advice on when to start, what to expect, and how to ease back into a fitness routine without the pressure to “bounce back.”
Chronic low back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide. Dr. Jennifer Gourdin, a primary care sports medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente, tells WTOP that evidence-based treatment now emphasizes movement and exercise over bed rest.
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October 24, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Chronic low back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide. Dr. Jennifer Gourdin, a primary care sports medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente, tells WTOP that evidence-based treatment now emphasizes movement and exercise over bed rest.
🔗 https://bit.ly/47fhYGj
🔗 https://bit.ly/47fhYGj
Have you learned you have a BRCA gene mutation? If so, you may be worried about what’s next.
Dr. Monica Peravali, an oncologist, writes for the @preventcancer.org about steps that people with BRCA mutations can take to lower their risk of developing breast cancer.
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
Dr. Monica Peravali, an oncologist, writes for the @preventcancer.org about steps that people with BRCA mutations can take to lower their risk of developing breast cancer.
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
What to know about living with a BRCA mutation
Dr. Monica Peravali explains what the BRCA mutation is, who is at increased risk, what happens when you're diagnosed and what screening and preventive options there are.
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October 23, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Have you learned you have a BRCA gene mutation? If so, you may be worried about what’s next.
Dr. Monica Peravali, an oncologist, writes for the @preventcancer.org about steps that people with BRCA mutations can take to lower their risk of developing breast cancer.
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
Dr. Monica Peravali, an oncologist, writes for the @preventcancer.org about steps that people with BRCA mutations can take to lower their risk of developing breast cancer.
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
Research shows that introducing peanuts during the first year of life may prevent children from developing peanut allergies.
How can parents do so safely? Dr. Meredith Heltzer, an allergist at Kaiser Permanente, explains: https://k-p.li/3MJ1bk0
How can parents do so safely? Dr. Meredith Heltzer, an allergist at Kaiser Permanente, explains: https://k-p.li/3MJ1bk0
October 22, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Research shows that introducing peanuts during the first year of life may prevent children from developing peanut allergies.
How can parents do so safely? Dr. Meredith Heltzer, an allergist at Kaiser Permanente, explains: https://k-p.li/3MJ1bk0
How can parents do so safely? Dr. Meredith Heltzer, an allergist at Kaiser Permanente, explains: https://k-p.li/3MJ1bk0
Urinary incontinence is highly treatable, yet stigma keeps millions of women from seeking help.
Dr. Nwamaka Fadahunsi joins the Healthier You podcast to outline effective solutions—from physical therapy to outpatient procedures.
🎙️ Listen here: https://bit.ly/4hexy9G
Dr. Nwamaka Fadahunsi joins the Healthier You podcast to outline effective solutions—from physical therapy to outpatient procedures.
🎙️ Listen here: https://bit.ly/4hexy9G
October 21, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Urinary incontinence is highly treatable, yet stigma keeps millions of women from seeking help.
Dr. Nwamaka Fadahunsi joins the Healthier You podcast to outline effective solutions—from physical therapy to outpatient procedures.
🎙️ Listen here: https://bit.ly/4hexy9G
Dr. Nwamaka Fadahunsi joins the Healthier You podcast to outline effective solutions—from physical therapy to outpatient procedures.
🎙️ Listen here: https://bit.ly/4hexy9G
Sex drive naturally fluctuates, but persistent low libido can affect your mental health and relationships.
Dr. Dock Winston explains many ways to address and overcome low libido.
Dr. Dock Winston explains many ways to address and overcome low libido.
Solutions for Low Libido in Men
Changes in a man's sex drive are more common than most people realize and its nothing to be ashamed of. Here's what you need to know and how to get help.
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October 21, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Sex drive naturally fluctuates, but persistent low libido can affect your mental health and relationships.
Dr. Dock Winston explains many ways to address and overcome low libido.
Dr. Dock Winston explains many ways to address and overcome low libido.
Up to 50% of women and 25% of men have an osteoporosis-related fracture in their lifetime.
On #WorldOsteoporosisDay, learn the best ways to protect your bones and prevent debilitating fractures: https://k-p.li/3JmfbNw
On #WorldOsteoporosisDay, learn the best ways to protect your bones and prevent debilitating fractures: https://k-p.li/3JmfbNw
October 20, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Up to 50% of women and 25% of men have an osteoporosis-related fracture in their lifetime.
On #WorldOsteoporosisDay, learn the best ways to protect your bones and prevent debilitating fractures: https://k-p.li/3JmfbNw
On #WorldOsteoporosisDay, learn the best ways to protect your bones and prevent debilitating fractures: https://k-p.li/3JmfbNw