Dr. David Wendt, a Chattanooga-based cardiologist and consulting physician for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says people sometimes use these terms interchangeably, but they describe different things.
Dr. Catherine Payne, senior medical director for BlueCare, says that high blood pressure is often called “the silent killer” since most people don’t show any obvious symptoms
Dr. John Calvin Channell, an OB-GYN and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says women can reduce their risk of developing advanced cervical cancer by getting screened regularly.
Dr. Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says whooping cough is more serious than many people realize.
Dr. Judith Overton, a psychiatrist and medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says if you’re dreading the holidays, you’re not alone.
Dr. Daniel Cusator, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says early diagnosis and treatment can improve vision and prevent further vision loss.
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Monica Peeler, a physician and medical director for pharmacy management for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to separate fact from fiction.
Dr. Lisa Staton, a medical director for BlueCare Tennessee, explains what females should know about breast cancer detection and treatments.
Dr. Judith Overton, a psychiatrist and medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, outlines teen suicide risk factors, warning signs and how to get help.
Dr. Julie Joseph, an infectious diseases and internal medicine physician and chief medical officer at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says misuse of antibiotics can lead to the development of drug-resistant bacteria, making them less effective.