
Why Every Child Should Learn to Swim
By Mark Francis, MD Department of Pediatrics Most children have a natural affinity for the water. Water play is a particularly fun activity for children. However, being around the …
All Reliant Medical Group locations are closed for Memorial Day, Monday, May 29th. LEARN MORE
By Mark Francis, MD Department of Pediatrics Most children have a natural affinity for the water. Water play is a particularly fun activity for children. However, being around the …
By Marc Braithwaite, OD Chief Optometrist, Department of Eye Services We know, you’re busy. But just like you need to see your primary care provider on a regular basis …
Known as a superfood, blueberries are low in calories and high in nutrients.
By Inmay MacNeil, MS, RD, LDN Reliant Nutrition Team, Bariatric Case Manager Known as a superfood, blueberries are low in calories and high in nutrients. However, there’s many more …
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
By Kate Williams, NP Division of Neurology June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, an ideal time to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease, including risk factors and how it …
Olive oil - the healthy fat
By David Stein, MD Department of Internal Medicine We all get a lot of advice on what is, and what isn’t, a healthy diet. Fortunately, there’s one food that …
By Matthew Waugh, MD Department of Pediatrics A stay at a sleep-away summer camp can be a memorable and cherished experience of childhood. While summer camp can often help …
During the summer months, we all like to go out and enjoy ourselves more. From vacations at the shore to neighborhood barbecues, June, July and August are usually the …
By Jason I. Kass, MD, PhD Division of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Getting a good night’s sleep is something we all want. Unfortunately, for the 50-70 million …
If you are struggling to find baby formula during this shortage, check out these helpful tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics for guidance.
Memorial Day kicks off the summer cookout season. It’s the perfect time to socialize with friends and family in the great outdoors while enjoying delicious food. Staying in tune …
By Rochelle Fritz, PhD Pediatric Behavioral Health Clinical Lead Integrated Behavioral Health Provider May is Mental Health Awareness Month, an ideal time to learn more about how mental health …
By Chris Leahy, PA-C Orthopedic and Reconstructive Surgery Chances are, you’ve had a sudden muscle cramp, often referred to as a “charley horse.” This type of cramp usually affects …
By Kenneth Kronlun, MD Department of Internal Medicine Medical Director, Quality and Patient Safety Whatever medical provider you see, whether it’s your PCP, a specialist, a provider at …
You’ve probably noticed that when you call or visit a Reliant office, we ask you a lot of questions. Starting soon, we are going to be asking you some …
By Kia McCarthy, NP Department of Pediatrics For seemingly forever, a host of symptoms and behaviors have been attributed to infant teething – including fever. However, it’s important for …
By: Dan Delisle, Registered Optician IN Style OPTICAL For many of us, picking out a new pair of eyeglasses can be a challenge. Although it seems there are endless …
At the Heart and Stroke Ball held on Saturday, April 2nd in Worcester, Chair of Medical Specialties Dr. Daniel Carlucci accepted one of the American Heart Association’s highest honors, …
By Leah Barker, NP Division of Urogynecology and Pelvic Surgery Bladder leakage can be a difficult, and sometimes embarrassing problem. It might prevent you from going to exercise class …
When your child is feeling sick, particularly in the evening or on a weekend, it can be difficult to get to the doctor’s office. With Virtual ReadyMED, children age …
As we move into a different phase of the COVID-19 pandemic with more and more people having protection through both vaccination and infection and with the availability of effective …
By Lauren Katz, NP Department of Family Practice Everyone seems to have a lot to worry about these days. From rising prices, to COVID-19, to a war in Europe, …
By Kenneth Kronlund, MD, FACP Medical Director, Quality and Risk Management It’s always a good time to think about the importance of heart health and ways to adopt healthier …
By Dr. Louis Jenis Spine Specialist Reliant Medical Group Orthopedics Most of us have experienced back pain at some point in our lives. Back pain can be very severe …
By Linda Dylewicz, PT Director of Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Many people who wear fitness trackers set a goal of reaching 10,000 steps per day as part of their …
By Mila Carabello, DNP Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Certified Lactation Counselor Breastfeeding has many benefits for mother and baby, but sometimes breastfeeding your child doesn’t always go smoothly. In fact, …