May, 2020
The unprecedented changes in life with covid-19 have now been a reality for over two months. We hope you are all doing well and staying healthy! These changes are challenging in many ways and the added stress certainly can have negative effects. Recognize the importance of practicing self-care during this time by tending to your mental/emotional, social, nutritional, and physical health. Remember to pay attention to your regular follow-up appointments and to reach out if you have any health concerns. We are continuing to offer telehealth appointments and are beginning to offer more in-clinic appointments when needed.
April, 2020
Carrie Oss is a Physician Assistant who has joined our team at Green Mountain Partners for Health. She will primarily be assisting Dr. Francavilla with the weight loss patients in her practice and will be focusing on assisting with education and encouragement of healthy lifestyle choices. You may be hearing from her soon to remind you to check in! She will also be doing our group sessions, when we can restart those.
March, 2020
Our goal is continue to provide high level, personalized medical care to our patients. We know when you are sick you want a doctor you know and trust to see you. We will continue to make every attempt to see all patients within 24 hours, and the same day they call whenever possible.
March, 2020
Your doctors at Green Mountain Partners for Health want to let you know we are still here for all your health care needs. Our clinic remains open, though to help social distancing, most our interactions are virtual. However, we still can perform vaccines, blood draws, urine testing and even COVID testing if appropriate. Our doctors can even do stitches and glue wounds- just like an urgent care but without the exposure risks. We even have hours on Saturdays!
November - December, 2019
Dr. Francavilla was recognized as a Fellow of the Obesity Medicine Association this month. Becoming a Fellow of the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) is one of the highest honors reserved for those who demonstrate dedication and commitment to the clinical treatment of obesity and obesity-related diseases.
October, 2019
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! This is a great time to come in for your annual wellness exam and make sure your mammogram, breast exam or other breast screening tests have been done as needed. There are a lot of confusing guidelines out about what women should do, and talking with your physician is the best way to choose the ideal plan for your breast health.
September, 2019
According to the CDC everyone age 6 months and older should get a flu vaccine every season. It is ideal to get the flu vaccine before the end of October, but still worth getting at any point in flu season. The “flu” is not just a “cold” but a severe respiratory illness that can lead to hospitalization and even death (thousands die from the flu yearly). The flu shot is strongly recommended for people with diabetes, with a lung disease such as asthma, or other health conditions.
August, 2019
School is starting just around the corner in Lakewood! Beat the rush by scheduling your back to school and/or sports physicals now! Aside from possible school requirements, these preventative visits are a great time to discuss general health, and vaccinations. We will go through a general health history as well as possible inheritable issues from family. So many routine aspects of life can have beneficial or detrimental effects on health, and it is important to take time at least once a year to discuss these, with the hope of improving overall health. These can include diet/exercise, sleep, tobacco exposure, peer pressures, dental care, safety measures, among others. We will go through the recommended vaccine schedule, and ensure everything is up to date.
These visits are also a time to discuss the upcoming stage in life, from simply a new school year, to upcoming pubertal changes. Teenagers also get time to speak with their doctor privately to ensure their concerns can be addressed fully. For sports physicals, we also discuss the nature of the sport, risks, how the child's current health may be affected, and if there is any family history that would increase any concerns. We want to especially ensure a review of heart health, mental health, concussion risk, and nutrition. All of these visits include a full physical exam, with possible lab or imaging testing as determined appropriate by your physician. It is extremely helpful if you bring your vaccination records, and any possible forms that may need signed (ex. childcare, school, sports) with you to the visit. We look forward to seeing you, and helping with this step in back-to-school preparations!
