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Dr. Lisa Hogan earned both her Bachelor of Science degree in biology and her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, NC. She completed her residency in general and vascular surgery at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY, including a year of research in vascular surgery. She is board certified in general and vascular surgery, and practiced this specialty in Kentucky for 16 years. Lisa became interested in cosmetic procedures early in her surgical career and obtained training from nationally recognized experts in liposuction and laser therapy. She has 12 years experience in cosmetic procedures and integrative medicine with an established reputation as an expert in the use of cosmetic lasers and a pioneer in aesthetic/cosmetic techniques.
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
General Surgery
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General Surgery 37 years experience
Depends: Flavored tea can contain sugar or artificial colors & sweeteners that can be harmful. Green tea (brewed, not instant) contains powerful antioxidants i... Read More
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Distention, pain: Volvulus can occur in different parts of the GI tract including stomach, small intestine and different parts of the colon. Symptoms are from obstructi... Read More
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Many places: Thyroid blood tests can be performed anywhere where phlebotomy (professional blood drawing) is performed. This would include labs, hospitals, emergen... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Sebum: Your skin produces sebum, which is an oily substance designed to moisturize the skin and hair, keep it waterproof & keep it acidic. Sebum also contain... Read More
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A 38-year-old male asked:
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Depends: Red meat is an excellent source of protein and iron; in the good for you column. What you should know is that grass-fed animals, for example free-ran... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Varies with type: Breast biopsy can be performed on a breast mass that can be palpated (felt) in a doctor's office or clinic. If the breast abnormality can only be seen... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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May not be possible: The problem of redundant or hanging skin after weight loss is more likely with large amounts of weight loss. The younger you are the more likely you a... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Health risks: Obesity can lead to reduced life expectancy and/or health problems. Body mass index (bmi) compares wt to ht; overweight bmi is 25-30 kg/m2; obese bmi ... Read More
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A 36-year-old male asked:
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Ignore: Do allow yourself time to meditate; don't make performance demands on yourself; just be.
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A 36-year-old male asked:
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Ignore: Vit d is a super important hormone, sun is unsafe. Take 5000 units vit d3 per day to keep healthy.
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A 36-year-old male asked:
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No: No smoking; reduce muscle spasm with heat; physical therapy to increase strength & flexibility.
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Need more info: Low abdominal pain with radiation into lower back can indicate many different conditions. Coughing increases the pressure in the abdomen, so pain with... Read More
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A 57-year-old male asked:
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Maybe: Triglyceride levels under 500 usually prevent pancreatitis, & relationship to heart disease is controversial. Fruit & whole grains are high in carbs, ... Read More
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A 36-year-old male asked:
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Ignore: Neuromodulators like Botox are safe and predictable with repeatable results that are seen quickly!
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A 35-year-old female asked:
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serious condition: Uc is serious; stress makes it worse.Definitely avoid gluten ; dairy products as these may aggravate inflammation.Take large doses of probiotics (you ... Read More
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A 58-year-old female asked:
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Definitely yes: A doctor with an interest in skin care can provide you with much more powerful products to help reverse sun damage. There are many non-invasive ways ... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Experienced doctor: Currently cosmetic procedures are performed by doctors with many different backgrounds. Laser skin resurfacing is nowadays commonly performed with fra... Read More
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Not necessary: Currently laser skin resurfacing is more often performed with a fractional laser, which decreases the amount of discomfort, downtime and potential und... Read More
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Pump!: There are breast enlargement pumps that are without dangerous side effects and that have some success at increasing breast size. Consider also, though... Read More
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My recipe: Consistent, good skincare is powerful & leads to healthy, glowing skin. Exfoliation every day with glycolic acid wash & topical keeps your skin acidic... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Usually no: Chemical peels are usually relatively superficial and can help improve skin smoothness, reduce acne and create more even pigmentation or color. Curren... Read More
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No, don't skip meds: Addison's disease is serious; represents adrenal failure (lack of glucocorticoids, mineralocorticoids & sex hormones.) without these important hormone... Read More
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Healthy: Healthy substitutes are same, rhodiola, st. John's wort. Also important are sleep, exercise, diet.
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No cure: Symptoms of neurofibromatosis are usually managed surgically, when possible. At this point in time there is no other treatment or cure available.
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Usually no: During the time a woman is perimenopausal hormonal manipulation can cause some spotting or bleeding depending on how the hormones are dosed. Once a wo... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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No dessert!: With regard to weight control & healthy lifestyle it is better to avoid what is typically dessert, i.e., foods with loads of sugar, white flour, proce... Read More
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Depends: Blood loss in any surgical procedure depends on the circumstances of the surgery and the skill of the surgeon. So, it is possible to have a below the ... Read More
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Increased risk: Having a first degree relative with a history of breast cancer can increase your risk of breast cancer, colon cancer and ovarian or prostate cancer. I... Read More
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Not necessary: The key to healthy skin is avoid sun exposure & smoking. Important skincare includes exfoliation, collagen stimulation & sun protection on a daily bas... Read More
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They won't compare: There are a lot of excellent skin care products available these days. What you put together at home will not be as powerful or as effective as what y... Read More
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A 35-year-old female asked:
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Need more info: It would be helpful to know how long ago your gall bladder surgery was and also if you have fever or chills. I notice you also have a history of pe? ... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Inguinal hernia: You may inherit anatomical properties, that predispose to inguinal (most common type) hernia formation. This does not mean if your parent had a hernia... Read More
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Yes: It is possible to have a whole organ pancreas transplant, in diabetics often done in conjunction with kidney transplantation. It is also possible to h... Read More
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Yes: In a recent review of 85, 248 people taking synthroid (thyroxine) and reporting side effects, 210 of them reported enlarged liver (0.25%). It was note... Read More
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Get tested: Inability to gain weight is a non specific sign that something is wrong. You could have a metabolic problem like hyperthyroidism or an absorption pro... Read More
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A 32-year-old female asked:
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Need more info: This could be related to your heart, & women often have different symptoms from men when it comes to heart problems. It could also be related to the e... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Caveat emptor!: Buyer beware! many of the best products for anti aging skincare are sold exclusively through mds or by prescription. Although you can find these "prod... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Yes: In diabetics a pancreas transplant is often performed together with a kidney transplant. There is also research into using pancreatic islet cell trans... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Inguinal hernia: Inguinal hernia (groin hernia) is the most common type of hernia, and does have a hereditary association. Inguinal hernia in a close relative increase... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Thrombosis=clot: Thrombosis=clot, ; refers to clot within a blood vessel, meaning artery or vein. Embolism=clot or other material that is loose and is traveling or has... Read More
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Not addison's: Adrenal tumors can cause cushing's disease (excess of hormones), usually not addison's disease. Adrenal tumors can cause hypertension and symptoms of ... Read More
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Check with surgeon: You want to make sure your surgeon is ok with you doing some exercises after your surgery. You may be able to see a physical therapist who could show ... Read More
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Need more info: It would be helpful to know which hand you have symptoms in, whether it is your dominant hand, what the symptoms are and where they are located. I can... Read More
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Need diagnosis: There are so many causes of male breast enlargement or gynecomastia, including medications ; drugs, breast cancer, benign lesions, tumors of adrenal o... Read More
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Can be complications: There are two types of sliding hernia: hiatal hernia ; abdominal wall hernia where part of the wall of the hernia is an internal organ. Both can have ... Read More
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Yes: Gall bladder removal does not treat habba syndrome and does not affect the symptoms of habba syndrome. The primary symptom is diarrhea following eatin... Read More
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Ignore: Don't smoke or use tobacco in any form, exercise by walking every day, keep feet clean and dry.
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Where labs are: A blood alcohol level is just a lab test done on blood that is drawn, so wherever phlebotomy (professional blood drawing) is done the labwork can be a... Read More
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Normal development: It is completely normal for one breast to begin enlarging before the other breast prior to menstruation. Don't worry, the other breast will also begin... Read More
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Probably not: True varicosities will probably need to be treated by endolaser or ligation & division of the saphenofemoral junction followed by sclerotherapy. Neith... Read More
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Nov 3, 2014
A respected expert in General Surgery and Vascular Surgery. Great answers given with a caring attitude. Highly recommend.
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Hogan is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Hogan is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thanks for your quick reply! My med hx shows I already have IBS & gluetin intolerance. For 3yrs off wheat. This is worse thn usual. Now what
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Thank u, I appreciate ur advice :) it has certainly been a major source of frustration for me!
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Thanks. But is it possible for person 22 yrs old to havr sucha problem
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of North Carolina School of Medicine, NC
Graduated 1986MD
Residency
University of Kentucky
Awards
Top Doctor, Third Place, Raleigh, NC - Winter
2013
Most Influential, Third Place, Raleigh, NC - Winter
2013
Top General Surgeon , First Place, North Carolina - Winter
2013
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