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In my early years as a physician I worked in the Emergency Department of a busy Trauma Center in Dallas. Here I mastered the art of putting out fires. After retiring from the chaos of putting out fires, I moved into the practice of preventing fires. I am Board Certified in Family Medicine. My practice interests are centered in an Integrative philosophy. Integrative Medicine is the practice of healing the mind-body-spirit. Treating the whole person, and empowering self regulating healing mechanisms are my approach.
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.
Family Medicine
Licenses
United States: Hawaii, Idaho, Texas, Washington
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Yes: Initiation of therapy usually results in a temporary rise in blood pressure. After this, the over conversion of testosterone into estrogen by the aro... Read More
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Numerous: Coxsackie virus is a pretty common one. Herpes is another. Adenovirus is a more aggressive virus that can infect the oral region and cause severe s... Read More
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Dehydration possible: Extensive vomiting can lead to dehydration and more importantly electrolyte abnormalities. Pedialyte was formulated for re-hydration. Inability to hol... Read More
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A 40-year-old male asked:
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Need Evaluation: Fever for 10 days warrants a medical evaluation. Possible causes include viruses, but also pneumonia, meningitis, bronchitis to name a few. Have you... Read More
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A 54-year-old female asked:
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Normal: A laser is a "controlled burn". Should heal in 7-10 days. Keep clean and don't pick at peeling skin. Gentle soap cleaning once a day.
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Maybe Maybe Not: Birthcontrol pills taken properly are a guarantee against pregnancy. Missing a dose decreases effectiveness even more
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A 27-year-old male asked:
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Relative Risk: Anything that can enter a mothers body whether ingestion, skin contact, or inhalation can effect the fetus. You wouldn't let her hang out in a garage ... Read More
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Yes: Yes sitting long periods of time can inflame a lumbar region that as severe spinal stenosis. The pain in your hip and groin can be from aggravated ne... Read More
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Pregnancy Possible: Pregnancy is possible. Your doctor or an Urgent Care provider can discuss options.
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Possibly: Most psychotropics can have endocrine dysfunction as a side effect. More important than androgen deficiency side effect would be the link between the... Read More
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Possible: Bad combination. High blood pressure or tachycardia can occur. Refrain from strenuous activity until they wear off. If you feel bad seek medical att... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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30 days: Good rule of thumb is to wait an entire 30 day cycle before expecting the best birth control efficacy.
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A 22-year-old female asked:
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Yes: Pre-jaculate fluid is shown to have sperm. So "pull out method" has failure history. Take a pregnancy test. If negative, take again in a week.
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Enlarged Ovaries: A physician performing the appropriate physical exam could feel enlarged ovaries, but the term "blocked ovaries" is not something that is noted on a t... Read More
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Yes: The episodes of inflammation are usually the reason a person gets diagnosed. More important for a person with this condition is that it can be a symp... Read More
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12-24 hrs: It is dosed twice a day because of its 1/2 life. 12-24 hrs expected infection fighting concentration after last dose.
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See a Counselor: See a counselor to be evaluated and be taught coping strategies before it becomes a permanent condition.
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Other Causes: History of traumatic brain injury aka TBI, concussions, and chronic opiate use also can cause low T.
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Doctors Splint: Splints provided by your doctor are usually specifically made for proper anatomical immobilization. When healing a fracture site it is important to m... Read More
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Ovulation: Ovulation usually occurs between 12-21 days after the last day of your last menstrual period. It varies from woman to woman. Ovulation usually result... Read More
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Seek evaluation: Chronic infections conditions in this area may warrant a multifaceted approach, which may include a wound culture to determine the appropriate antibio... Read More
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Go to ER: Tongue and throat swelling can be life threatening. It can be an allergic reaction. You never want to wait until it obstructs your airway to react. ... Read More
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Not Likely: It is not likely. Vi peel is a chemical peel that often causes an inflammatory reaction as the superficial "burn" removes superficial skin damage. S... Read More
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Seek evaluation: Could be peri-rectal abscess. Seek evaluation as soon as possible.
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Depends: Depends what kind of virus. Influenza like virus related syndrome can take a couple of weeks to recover from. Epstein barr virus can cause chronic t... Read More
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See Provider: Persistent pain in this area needs evaluation. Persistent pain with fever needs to be evaluated now. Hernias can cause pain in this area, as well as... Read More
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See Doctor: Sexually transmitted diseases can present like this. Some may go away temporarily only to reoccur later. It is helpful to your doctor if they can see... Read More
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Depends: Depends. If they are already present then you don't get rid of them. Some skin care lines claim they can but this isn't really the case for existing ... Read More
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Sebacious Cyst: Sebacious cysts can behave like this. Seek evaluation when it is in painful state. A condition called hidradenitis supporative can exist in the arm p... Read More
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Herpes: Herpes can be reoccurring. Won't show up on uti. Usually reoccurs in same area. Have doctor examine when red spot present. Blood test can confirm... Read More
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Protein: For those on cost conscious budgets, a high protein shake supplement is usually a reasonable priced foundation to start with.
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Not 100 % effective: While more effective that not taking anything, no birth control is 100 % effective. Sometimes changes in the metabolism of hormones due to changes in... Read More
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Normal: That blood pressure is considered normal. Your bottom number isn't high. However in cases of elevation, both anxiety and lack of sleep contribute. C... Read More
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Worsen: Pueraria mirifica has estrogenic effects so for a woman experiencing estrogen dominance this could worsen the situation.
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Surgical Reversal: You will need surgical reversal if you wish to get pregnant the old fashion way.
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Return to ER: Unless you had high fever, your high heart rate may or may not be related to the strep. Return to the er or go to another er and get rechecked. Ches... Read More
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No: Under your jawline would be lymph nodes. Enlarged lymph nodes can indicate infection. Progressively enlarging or persistently enlarged lymph nodes n... Read More
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Probably not: Usually high dose vitamin c will cause diarrhea if not tolerated well. It can also cause hypoglycemia and low potassium depending on the dose and tim... Read More
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Yes: Anything that doesn't incur increase in intra-abdominal pressure such as holding your breath with activity shouldn't cause any additional risk than ge... Read More
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3-7 days: Bacterial bronchitis usual begins resolving in 3-7 days after antibiotic initiation. If is is viral bronchitis then antibiotics will have no effect o... Read More
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See a Doctor: See your doctor. This forum is not for diagnosis. Possible causes are herpes, syphilis, mrsa, chanchroid . Syphilis sores can go away on their own, ... Read More
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Need Evaluation: This needs evaluation has it could represent a deep vein thrombosis. Lymphatic blockage can also cause this, and since it sounds like a sudden acute ... Read More
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See Doctor: Since our hands are such necessary functional units of our body, you never want to lose even 5% function. A hand injury necessitates careful medical... Read More
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GI studies: Need further GI studies. Stool culture etc. Also food allergy testing and celiac panel.
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Swimming: Rehab of a injured hamstring should be done with consultation of a physical therapist. These can be nagging prolonged injuries. Swimming is a choice ... Read More
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See Doctor: Cough congestion sore throat all sound like influence like illness. However, since sob is in the mix it would be best to be evaluated by your doctor.
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Rest and Stretch: Mckenzie back exercises are helpful for rehabing a back injury. Fever, incontinence, or leg dysfunction warrant an immediate medical evaluation. Oth... Read More
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Ligament Tear: Even if you had negative x-rays, ligaments tears can cause joint instability that can cause continuing pain. See your doctor regarding appropriate sp... Read More
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Depends: Depends whether this has been a life long issue which is usually a food allergy or intolerance. If this is a relatively new thing, a trip to the gast... Read More
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My pilonidal cyst won't stop bleeding, is there anything i can do until i can finally see my doctor?
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Keep open: You actually want to keep the cyst open. Premature closure can lead to abscess. Unfortunately the area involved is sensitive. Usually keeping this ... Read More
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Jul 29, 2014
Oustanding Dr! Extremely knowledgable and caring for your individual health. I was low "T" and no other Dr or specialist could get me back to "normal". I now feel great, lost weight and improved my...Read More
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Nov 13, 2014
Dr. Fox is one of the most caring insightful doctors I have seen. I can recommend Dr. Fox whole heartedly to anyone seeking care
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Fox is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Thanks I'll seek medical help in the morning now I lmow its necessary.
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, CA
MD
Residency
University of North Texas
Awards
Top Family Physician, First Place, Seattle Region - Summer
2014
Thought Leader Doctor, Second Place, Seattle Region - Summer
2014
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