For Our Patients - Goodman & Partridge OB/GYN

Starting At and Maintaining a Healthy Weight in Pregnancy

Authored by Timesha Delk, PA-C on 4/30/2013

Authored by Timesha Delk, PA-C

4/30/2013

Categories: Health News, Pregnancy

You know the old cliché, “I’m eating for two”? Well guidelines and recommendations from National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE), have dispelled that misnomer.

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Whooping Cough Epidemic

Authored by Dr. Elizabeth Reynoso on 4/3/2013

Authored by Dr. Elizabeth Reynoso

4/3/2013

Categories: Health News

Did you know that there is a whooping cough or pertussis epidemic occurring in the United States right now? Just last month new cases of pertussis were found in Mohave county and last year there were close to 1000 cases reported in Arizona with at least one infant death.

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Great news about Pap smears!

Authored by Dr. Elizabeth Reynoso on 2/22/2013

Authored by Dr. Elizabeth Reynoso

2/22/2013

Categories: Health News, Female Sexual Health, Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology, Gynecology

As women growing up it has always been drilled into our heads to go get a dreaded Pap smear once a year every year from 18 years old on.

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Importance of vaccination- Gardasil

Authored by Timesha Delk, PA-C on 2/5/2013

Authored by Timesha Delk, PA-C

2/5/2013

Categories: Health News

With an increase in the number of patients we see with HPV, the Gardasil vaccination is becoming more important than ever.

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Post-menopause

Authored by Dr. Jen Iacovelli on 2/1/2013

Authored by Dr. Jen Iacovelli

2/1/2013

Categories: Newest Treatments, Health News, MomDocs Online, Menopause, Gynecology

Hormones could be an option to help alleviate urinary symptoms in post-menopausal women.

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Hormone Replacement Therapy

Authored by Dr. Jen Iacovelli on 1/24/2013

Authored by Dr. Jen Iacovelli

1/24/2013

Categories: Newest Treatments, Health News, MomDocs Online, Menopause, Gynecology

Over the past year, I have been focusing on caring for perimenopausal and menopausal women suffering from menopausal complaints.

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Does It Make a Difference If Your HPV Test Is FDA-Approved?

Authored by Dr. Cliff Goodman, Jr. on 1/16/2013

Authored by Dr. Cliff Goodman, Jr.

1/16/2013

Categories: Newest Treatments, Health News, MomDocs Online, Gynecology

We think it does, especially in this era of much less frequent PAP smears.

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Smoke-free environment

Authored by MomDoc News on 10/18/2012

Authored by MomDoc News

10/18/2012

Categories: Health News

Drs. Goodman & Partridge, OB/GYN has decided to refrain from hiring or re-hiring individuals who use tobacco.

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Gluten Sensitivity

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP on 10/1/2012

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP

10/1/2012

Categories: Health News

Gluten Sensitivity is a growing concern amongst many Americans. The new ways in which the factories produce bread and such allow for less gluten to be removed in the kneading process leading to more issues with digestion.

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Standing Work Stations

Authored by MomDoc News on 9/25/2012

Authored by MomDoc News

9/25/2012

Categories: Health News

We've incorporated standing work stations in our offices!

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Quin-o-What?

Authored by Christin Carbiener, WHNP on 5/22/2012

Authored by Christin Carbiener, WHNP

5/22/2012

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online, Just for Fun!

Quinoa (Keen-o-waa) is an increasingly popular food that is popping up in more and more recipes. But why?

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Avoiding Alcohol

Authored by Emily Tarazi, CNM, WHNP on 4/13/2012

Authored by Emily Tarazi, CNM, WHNP

4/13/2012

Categories: Health News

Women now have another reason to avoid alcohol. I was just reading an article this week about a study published last year that found that there is a significant increase in breast cancer risk in women who are “light” alcohol drinkers, meaning that they have one drink a day or less (3-6 drinks/week) (JAMA. 2011;306:1884-1890).

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Post-baby body

Authored by Lisa Cotten, WHNP on 4/5/2012

Authored by Lisa Cotten, WHNP

4/5/2012

Categories: Health News

So many women struggle with post baby body, and this might help cope

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Nutrition Notes: Welcome February!

Authored by Christin Carbiener, WHNP on 1/31/2012

Authored by Christin Carbiener, WHNP

1/31/2012

Categories: Health News

With the beginning of the new year, many of us are examining our diet and workout routines to try to improve our health in the upcoming year. Exercise has many benefits including helping regulate periods and increase fertility. This year, I will be focusing on maintaining a consistent exercise and healthy eating patterns. That includes undoing the havoc wreaked on my own patterns over the last month. Follow me on http://www.myfitnesspal.com/ (username: christinmarie) as I try to

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Nutrition and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Authored by Dr. Elizabeth Jarem on 1/23/2012

Authored by Dr. Elizabeth Jarem

1/23/2012

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online, Gynecology

Approximately 10% of reproductive aged women have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a condition that affects multiple organs and presents with a variety of symptoms. Some of them are: irregular menstruation, infertility, obesity, abnormal hair distribution, acne, diabetes, depression.

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DASH Diet

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP on 1/17/2012

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP

1/17/2012

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

As the new year begins, many people are considering the best plan to meet their weight loss goals and plans for healthier eating. The DASH diet has been ranked healthiest diet for the past two years by US News and World Reports.

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Opening Day at Our New Banner Estrella Office!

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 9/12/2011

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

9/12/2011

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online, Hospital News, Provider News

Today is Dr. Jennifer Shaw's first day of seeing patients for pregnancy and gynecology care at our New Banner Estrella Office! We are happy to bring a 35-year legacy of great patient care to the West Valley, with our all-female provider staff!

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Welcome, Elizabeth Reynoso, M.D.!

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 9/6/2011

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

9/6/2011

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online, Hospital News, Provider News

We are excited to welcome Dr. Elizabeth Reynoso to the Practice today! Dr. Reynoso has been practicing in Nebraska with the Air Force since completing her residency at University of Arizona in 2008. Dr. Reynoso will be seeing patients for pregnancy and gynecology care at our Chandler Office.

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Latex-Free for Patients and Staff!

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 8/25/2011

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

8/25/2011

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online, Provider News, Pregnancy, Gynecology

To promote health and safety in our offices, Drs. Goodman & Partridge, OB/GYN has become a latex-free Practice! Patients being seen for pregnancy and gynecology can be assured that their visit to our offices will be comfortable and safe.

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Helping the Community

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 7/20/2011

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

7/20/2011

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online, Provider News

For our 35th Anniversary, Drs. Goodman & Partridge, OB/GYN is happy to support the efforts of Pregnancy Care Center of Chandler! PCC provides services to women facing unplanned pregnancy, including counseling and parenting classes.

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Dieting? Move Away from the Diet Sodas!

Authored by Dr. Debra Wickman on 7/14/2011

Authored by Dr. Debra Wickman

7/14/2011

Categories: Health News

Diet soft drinks can be misleading. In the quest to lose weight, many women reach for the diet drink thinking they are safe. Two new studies have indicated that diet soda can be bad for your health.

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BIG Baby – Did Pregnancy Diabetes Play a Role?

Authored by Dr. Cliff Goodman, Jr. on 7/13/2011

Authored by Dr. Cliff Goodman, Jr.

7/13/2011

Categories: New Babies, Health News, Pregnancy

Under the headline “Whoa, Baby! Texas Mom Delivers 16-Pound Newborn,” a Texas newspaper wrote yesterday about a 16-pound, 1 oz boy born over the weekend. The news has provoked reactions ranging from “Wow!” to sheer terror from mothers all over the world. All expressed admiration and sympathy for Janet Johnson, the mother.

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Protect Yourself from Sunburns!

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP on 7/7/2011

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP

7/7/2011

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

Summer fun often brings threat of sunburn. Find out how you can protect yourself and recuperate from bad sunburns...

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When is it Safe to be Induced?

Authored by Dr. Cliff Goodman, Jr. on 7/1/2011

Authored by Dr. Cliff Goodman, Jr.

7/1/2011

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online, Hospital News, Pregnancy

One of our core principles at Drs. Goodman & Partridge, OB/GYN is that mother and baby safety are far more important than the personal convenience and comfort of physicians, hospital staffs and individual patients. It's tough to be near term in pregnancy, and every day can seem like a miserable century...

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Help for Victims of Domestic Violence

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP on 5/9/2011

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP

5/9/2011

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

There is help for victims of domestic violence.

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Viagra Does Help Sexual Dysfunction in Women

Authored by Dr. Debra Wickman on 4/21/2011

Authored by Dr. Debra Wickman

4/21/2011

Categories: Newest Treatments, Health News, MomDocs Online, Provider News, Female Sexual Health, Gynecology

Viagra (Sildenafil) has been widely accepted as an agent to treat male erectile dysfunction. Now, it has been shown that some women may also benefit from this medication.

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It's Your Time!

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP on 4/21/2011

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP

4/21/2011

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

On May 8-12, the US Dept of Health and Human Services celebrates Women’s Health Week. Make your health a priority with physical activity, good nutrition and regular check-ups. It's Your Time!

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Good News for Hormone Therapy!

Authored by Dr. Debra Wickman on 4/11/2011

Authored by Dr. Debra Wickman

4/11/2011

Categories: Newest Treatments, Health News, Provider News

There is good news for women who choose to relieve their menopausal symptoms by starting bioidentical hormone pellet therapy.

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Should Your Teenage Daughter See a Gynecologist?

Authored by Mina Huff, WHCNP on 4/8/2011

Authored by Mina Huff, WHCNP

4/8/2011

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online, Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology

Have you ever wondered at what age your daughter should visit a gynecologist? Although it is recommended that a woman begin receiving pap smears at the age of 21, experts across the board, including the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), agree that teenage girls should first visit a gynecologist between the ages of 13 and 15 for education and prevention purposes.

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Establishing the Foundation for Good Healthcare Practices for a Lifetime

Authored by Dr. Grayson Guzman on 4/6/2011

Authored by Dr. Grayson Guzman

4/6/2011

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

Seek for your children a solid foundation upon which they may have good health practices.

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Your Birth Control Pill Can Be Harming Your Sex Life...

Authored by Dr. Debra Wickman on 3/31/2011

Authored by Dr. Debra Wickman

3/31/2011

Categories: Newest Treatments, Health News, MomDocs Online, Female Sexual Health

Oral contraceptives are wonderful for convenient, effective birth control. They are also great for improving your complexion and shortening your menstrual cycle. However, they can be hazardous to your sexual response.

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Channel 3 News Coverage of Phoenix Health Plan (PHP), AHCCCS and Drs. Goodman & Partridge, OB/GYN

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 3/31/2011

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

3/31/2011

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

Decreases in reimbursement rates for pregnancy and gynecological care have caused Drs. Goodman & Partridge, OB/GYN to terminate our agreement with the AHCCCS plan Phoenix Health Plan (PHP). As a Practice we continue to take all other AHCCCS plans. Channel 3 News will be coming to our Maricopa office today to interview a Dr. Karabinas and a patient about the situation.

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The Importance of Sexual Health

Authored by Dr. Debra Wickman on 3/31/2011

Authored by Dr. Debra Wickman

3/31/2011

Categories: Newest Treatments, Health News, MomDocs Online, Provider News, Female Sexual Health

More than 40% of women in the United States report distress about some aspect of their sexual function. There are many solutions available to help women improve their sexual health and well-being.

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The Vagina: An Owner's Manual

Authored by Dr. Cliff Goodman, Jr. on 3/10/2011

Authored by Dr. Cliff Goodman, Jr.

3/10/2011

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

With a little care and very light maintenance, your vagina should last a lifetime. First, it’s important to understand how the vagina works.

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Gardasil

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP on 3/4/2011

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP

3/4/2011

Categories: Newest Treatments, Health News, MomDocs Online

Gardasil can be effective in preventing certain types of HPV-related cancers.

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Genetic Testing During Pregnancy

Authored by Dr. Sheetal Kale on 3/3/2011

Authored by Dr. Sheetal Kale

3/3/2011

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

Genetic testing during pregnancy can help parents make educated plans and decisions regarding the healthcare of their baby.

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National Condom Day

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP on 2/10/2011

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP

2/10/2011

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

Did you know that today is National Condom day? Here is some condom information for trivia lovers.

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New Info on Weight Gain with Hormonal Birth Control!

Authored by Dr. Cliff Goodman, Jr. on 2/4/2011

Authored by Dr. Cliff Goodman, Jr.

2/4/2011

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

Does The Pill really cause weight gain? A new study may prove otherwise....

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Single-Incision Hysterectomy

Authored by Dr. Natasha Laird on 1/20/2011

Authored by Dr. Natasha Laird

1/20/2011

Categories: Newest Treatments, Health News, Hospital News

On January 27th I’ll be doing a hysterectomy using the next generation SILS™ procedure. With the successful completion of this procedure, Drs. Goodman & Partridge, OB/GYN is now equipped to offer patients the most advanced form of laparoscopic hysterectomy.

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Birth Control Options

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP on 12/20/2010

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP

12/20/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

Ever get tired of taking your birth control pill every day? Maybe, you should consider getting an IUD.

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Healthy, Happy Christmas!

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP on 12/15/2010

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP

12/15/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

Christmas time can easily become a time of hustle and bustle instead of the celebration that it is meant to be. This blog is just a reminder that a healthier Christmas is one that involves some down time for mom, who is usually running behind the scenes to make everything happen!

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Staying Active and Eating Right in Pregnancy

Authored by Dr. Sheetal Kale on 12/15/2010

Authored by Dr. Sheetal Kale

12/15/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

We hear and see a lot of obesity around us. Now, more than ever before, we all need to understand the benefits of staying active in pregnancy.

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Learning colposcopy...

Authored by Abbey Copenhaver, PA-C on 12/15/2010

Authored by Abbey Copenhaver, PA-C

12/15/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

Learning colposcopy...

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Probably The Most Excited and Most Loving Family Ever at Banner Ironwood

Authored by Dr. Grayson Guzman on 11/5/2010

Authored by Dr. Grayson Guzman

11/5/2010

Categories: New Babies, Health News, MomDocs Online, Hospital News, Provider News

Today, I had the privilege to perform the first cesarean section and to deliver the first bouncing baby boy at Banner Ironwood Medical Center in Queen Creek.

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Join Elizabeth Jarem, MD for a Free Health Seminar on Osteoporosis

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 11/3/2010

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

11/3/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online, Provider News

Bone loss affects about half of all American women. Please join Dr. Elizabeth Jarem for a free women's health seminar on osteoporosis Thursday, November 4th at Mountain Vista Medical Center.

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Banner Ironwood Opening in Queen Creek November 1, 2010.

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 10/18/2010

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

10/18/2010

Categories: New Babies, Health News, MomDocs Online, Hospital News

Are you pregnant in the Queen Creek area and wondering where to go to deliver your baby? If you became pregnant after January 25, 2010, we have good news for you. Drs. Goodman & Partridge, OB/GYN and Banner Ironwood are teaming up to deliver women's health care in San Tan (the Queen Creek area) on November 1, 2010!

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Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP on 9/2/2010

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP

9/2/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. In the United States 22,000 women are newly diagnosed each year with ovarian cancer.

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Making life easier….

Authored by Dr. Mily Nieves on 8/27/2010

Authored by Dr. Mily Nieves

8/27/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

Many of our patients experience difficulty walking long distances during pregnancy, particularly during the final trimester. The state of Arizona Motor Vehicle Division provides temporary disability placards for those who have medical necessity.

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"The Pill" Celebrates 50 Years!

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP on 8/9/2010

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP

8/9/2010

Categories: Health News

In May of this year, the birth control pill celebrated its 50th anniversary!

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My 5 minutes of fame...

Authored by Dr. Jen Iacovelli on 6/29/2010

Authored by Dr. Jen Iacovelli

6/29/2010

Categories: Newest Treatments, Health News, MomDocs Online, Provider News

For those of you who didn't know, I had the pleasure to discuss Novasure uterine ablation and tell the Valley all about our Practice on ABC15 Sonoran Living earlier this week.

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Happy 34th Anniversary, Drs. Goodman & Partridge, OB/GYN!

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 6/23/2010

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

6/23/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online, Hospital News, Provider News

Happy anniversary to all of us today! 34 years ago today, Dr. Goodman opened this Practice in the small town of Chandler, Arizona. Today, the Practice has more active patients than the city of Chandler had on that great day in 1976 when Dr. Goodman saw his first patient!

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Impact of Retiring Doctors and Nurses on Health Care

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 6/21/2010

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

6/21/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online, Provider News

The debate over the health care bill recently passed by Congress continues with new studies that focus on the shrinking population of healthcare providers. The new legislation that was passed will provide millions of citizens with insurance. But can the legislation provide them with providers?

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Dr. Iacovelli on ABC15 Sonoran Living Live this Tuesday, June 15th at 11 am!

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 6/11/2010

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

6/11/2010

Categories: Newest Treatments, Health News, MomDocs Online, Provider News

Our very own Dr. Jennifer Iacovelli will be on ABC15’s Sonoran Living Live this Tuesday, June 15th at 11am so make sure to tune in! She will be discussing solutions to heavy periods, more specifically the Novasure procedure. Dr. Iacovelli is very experienced with Novasure and regularly performs the procedure in the comfort of our office.

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Please Welcome Dr. Sonia Matthews to the Town of Maricopa.

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 5/11/2010

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

5/11/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online, Hospital News, Provider News

After over three years of practicing in Tucson, Dr. Sonia Matthews brings her top flight skills in GYN surgery and OB care to the comfortable town of Maricopa. Dr. Matthews will deliver babies and perform surgery at Chandler Regional Medical Center. Please read the rest of her story here.....

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Touring Banner Ironwood Medical Center: My Perspective

Authored by Dr. Grayson Guzman on 5/10/2010

Authored by Dr. Grayson Guzman

5/10/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online, Hospital News, Provider News

This morning, I was privileged to tour the newly constructed Banner Ironwood facility in Queen Creek with management and Providers at Drs. Goodman & Partridge, OB/GYN as led by Deb Krmpotic, CEO for Banner Ironwood Medical Center.

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One step to lower blood pressure -- incorporate the DASH eating plan into your lifestyle!

Authored by Jenny Uretz, WHCNP on 4/29/2010

Authored by Jenny Uretz, WHCNP

4/29/2010

Categories: Newest Treatments, Health News

The DASH Eating Plan, which stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, is an example of such an eating plan. In studies, patients who were on the DASH-EP reduced their blood pressure within two weeks. Another eating plan -- DASH-Sodium -- calls for reducing sodium (salt) to 1,500 mg a day (about 2/3 teaspoon). Studies of patients on the DASH-Sodium plan significantly lowered their blood pressure.

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Five years and counting...

Authored by Dr. Elizabeth Jarem on 4/28/2010

Authored by Dr. Elizabeth Jarem

4/28/2010

Categories: Health News, Provider News

In my fifth year with the Practice, I am very grateful for being able to see growing families of our patients and staff, patients returning for their periodic exams, for expanding scope of procedures done at the office.

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Conducting Breast Self-Exams

Authored by Freida Billimoria, PA-C on 4/26/2010

Authored by Freida Billimoria, PA-C

4/26/2010

Categories: Health News

Self breast exams are an important form of preventative health that each woman should perform monthly after their menstrual cycle, or for postmenopausal women any certain time out of the month.

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Return to Work and to Family Sooner: Considering Minimally Invasive Therapy

Authored by Dr. Grayson Guzman on 4/26/2010

Authored by Dr. Grayson Guzman

4/26/2010

Categories: Newest Treatments, Health News, MomDocs Online

In order to optimize your quality of life and return to your work and/or to your family sooner, a serious thought should be given regarding daVinci robotic-assisted surgery if you present as a suitable candidate.

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Hello Maricopa!

Authored by Dr. Tay Karabinas on 4/22/2010

Authored by Dr. Tay Karabinas

4/22/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

Happy to be here in Maricopa!

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Breast Self-Exams

Authored by Abbey Copenhaver, PA-C on 4/21/2010

Authored by Abbey Copenhaver, PA-C

4/21/2010

Categories: Health News

While recent studies have found that breast self-exams do not offer the benefits of other breast cancer screening tests and should never be a substitute for clinical breast exams, mammograms or other screening tests, they are a useful tool, and give women a chance to become more aware of their own bodies and play an active role in their health.

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Who should be tested for the BRCA Gene

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP on 4/20/2010

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP

4/20/2010

Categories: Health News

Every woman has BRCA genes, however there is a group of women who suffer from BRCA gene mutation. This mutation can occur at birth or over time. Researchers don't know why this occurs, but it seems to be genetic in nature. Women who experience this mutation have a 1 in 3 chance of developing breast cancer in their lifetime.

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Having a Baby? OB/GYN or Non? An Obstetrician's Perspective

Authored by Dr. Sheetal Kale on 4/13/2010

Authored by Dr. Sheetal Kale

4/13/2010

Categories: New Babies, Health News

Having a baby is probably the biggest life changing event any woman or couple goes through. For such an important event, it is really important to seek the very best of obstetric care in trained Obstetricians. Can you imagine if you were in labor and your baby’s heart rate was such that required delivery within 3 minutes and you were stuck with a provider who did not perform cesarean sections or vacuum deliveries?

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What is the "One Hospital Philosophy," and why does it matter?

Authored by Dr. Christine McClusky on 4/12/2010

Authored by Dr. Christine McClusky

4/12/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online, Hospital News

“One Hospital Philosophy” is the way to provide the most focused and attentive care to each patient, during delivery and throughout your life.

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Education and Progress.

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 4/5/2010

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

4/5/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

Drs. Goodman & Partridge, OB/GYN is enjoying a period of solid growth and sustained progress during the last decade. We are grateful to our patients for their continued confidence and trust in us. We are making great strides in providing innovative patient service and advanced health care that have been unprecedented in this geographical region by our specialty. We anticipate that we will continue to be able to provide excellent care to the women of the East Valley.

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Fertility: Facing Challenging Fertility Issues

Authored by Dr. Deborah Rowan on 4/2/2010

Authored by Dr. Deborah Rowan

4/2/2010

Categories: Newest Treatments, Health News

For many couples, a wish is all it takes to start a family. For millions of others, fulfilling the dream to have a child can be a long and difficult journey. These struggling couples learn that fertility is just not fair. They spend time and money in their early years trying not to get pregnant, only to find out that when they are ready to have children, it might not be all that easy.

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New Hospital Coming to Queen Creek!

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 4/1/2010

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

4/1/2010

Categories: New Babies, Health News, MomDocs Online, Hospital News

Are you pregnant in the Queen Creek area and wondering where to go to deliver your baby? If you became pregnant after January 25, 2010, we have good news for you.

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"I Want the Best": Laboring and Delivering at Mountain Vista Medical Center

Authored by Dr. Grayson Guzman on 3/28/2010

Authored by Dr. Grayson Guzman

3/28/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

When choosing a medical center for laboring and delivering that new special addition to your family, you must take into account certain characteristics that will ultimately make a difference in the outcome of your delivery.

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Today is a day For Her!

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 3/25/2010

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

3/25/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

We are pleased to announce the release the inaugural issue of For Her Magazine. Phoenix Health & Wellness Magazine and Drs. Goodman & Partridge, OB/GYN have teamed up to bring you a magazine dedicated to educating and informing our patients and the community about the latest developments in Women’s Health and pregnancy.

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AWARD WINNING MEDICAL CENTERS

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 3/24/2010

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

3/24/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online, Hospital News

Banner Gateway Medical Center in Gilbert was just ranked as Arizona’s #1 Small Hospital. This award is voted on by the public, and published in Arizona Business Magazine’s Ranking Arizona book. Banner Gateway was voted by the community as the #1 hospital in Arizona under 200 beds. In addition, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center received the award as the #1 healing hospital in the nation.

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Welcome Dr. Tay Karabinas to the town of Maricopa.

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 3/22/2010

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

3/22/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online, Hospital News

Drs. Goodman & Partridge, OB/GYN is pleased to announce the addition of Aristea “Tay” R. Karabinas, MD! Dr. Karabinas will be joining the team on March 23, 2010. She will be seeing patients in our Maricopa Office, so we thought you might all like to get to know Dr. Karabinas a little bit better.

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What's the deal with HPV+ Pap Smears?

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP on 3/16/2010

Authored by Terri Larkin, WHCNP

3/16/2010

Categories: Health News

Several of my patients have recently asked questions regarding the meaning of an HPV + pap smear, and why sometimes their test comes back positive, and other times, it is negative! HPV stands for human papillomavirus. While many people associate this virus with venereal warts, HPV encompasses more than that. This post discusses why this virus comes and goes, why follow up is important,how to avoid HPV, keeping HPV in remission, and what is on the horizon for this disease process.

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Why Do We Have Periods?

Authored by Dr. Cliff Goodman, Jr. on 1/30/2010

Authored by Dr. Cliff Goodman, Jr.

1/30/2010

Categories: Health News, MomDocs Online

A lot of women have easy, normal periods throughout their lives. Others have problems with their periods, sometimes severe problems that cause them a lot of inconvenience, discomfort, or even interfere with their daily lives. For many women, these problems get worse as the years go by.

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Olympian Picabo Street Announces She Just Had the Essure® Permanent Birth Control Procedure

Authored by Dr. Jen Iacovelli on 1/27/2010

Authored by Dr. Jen Iacovelli

1/27/2010

Categories: Newest Treatments, Health News, MomDocs Online

Olympian Picabo Street Announces She Just Had the Essure® Permanent Birth Control Procedure. Picabo Street, Three-Time Olympian in Alpine Skiing, Speaks Out about Her Birth Control Choice to Empower and Educate Women about Their Health Options

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Your Due Date: Science or Black Magic?

Authored by Dr. Cliff Goodman, Jr. on 1/26/2010

Authored by Dr. Cliff Goodman, Jr.

1/26/2010

Categories: New Babies, Health News, MomDocs Online

How do we decide when a baby is due? How accurate are our determinations? Why is the due date important? These are questions we will try to answer in this article. The first and third questions require long, detailed answers. The answer to the second question is “not very.” You will understand why after reading this article.

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Queen Creek's First Hospital to Open November 1, 2010 with a Labor & Delivery!

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 1/26/2010

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

1/26/2010

Categories: New Babies, Health News, MomDocs Online, Hospital News

The first phase of Banner Ironwood Medical Center will open with a full-service Emergency department, 36 inpatient beds and a focus on general and intensive care, obstetrics and surgery. The obstetrics program will include 12 postpartum beds along with four labor/delivery/recovery rooms and two c-section suites.

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Banner Ironwood Medical Center names CEO; opening on Nov. 1, 2010

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO on 1/15/2010

Authored by Nick Goodman, CEO

1/15/2010

Categories: New Babies, Health News, MomDocs Online, Hospital News

Deb Krmpotic, RN, has been named Chief Executive Officer for Banner Ironwood Medical Center at Combs and Gantzel Roads in Pinal County, which will open on Nov. 1, 2010.

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The FALSE Notion that Thimerosal in Vaccine Causes Autism in Children

Authored by Dr. Cliff Goodman, Jr. on 12/10/2009

Authored by Dr. Cliff Goodman, Jr.

12/10/2009

Categories: Health News

The increase in the number of diagnosed cases of autism in recent years has sparked concern that environmental toxins may cause this complex disorder. However, a 2007 University of Missouri-Columbia study concludes that exposure to Rh immune globulin preserved with mercury-containing thimerosal before birth was no higher for children with autism.

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Should Your Teenage Daughter See a Gynecologist?

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Hello Maricopa!

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What's the deal with HPV+ Pap Smears?

Why Do We Have Periods?

Olympian Picabo Street Announces She Just Had the Essure® Permanent Birth Control Procedure

Your Due Date: Science or Black Magic?

Queen Creek's First Hospital to Open November 1, 2010 with a Labor & Delivery!

Banner Ironwood Medical Center names CEO; opening on Nov. 1, 2010

The FALSE Notion that Thimerosal in Vaccine Causes Autism in Children

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