What Are Diagnostic Tests? Chances are, anytime you’ve gone to the doctor’s office presenting symptoms of an illness or injury, your healthcare provider has requested that you undergo diagnostic testing of some sort. Medical diagnostic tests encompass a wide variety of physical examinations—both invasive and non-invasive—given by medical professionals to confirm the presence or absence…
As of January 2, 2020, OakBend Medical Group will add four new orthopedic doctors. Dr. Scott Breeze, a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, founded an orthopedic practice after graduating from medical school and residency in Houston, Texas at Baylor College of Medicine. Breeze’s vision was to…
Sometimes we dread going to the doctor, especially if we feel fine. Usually people only feel the need to see their doctors if they feel sick or something feels wrong. Therefore, we put off doctor’s visits and check-ups if we feel healthy. However, these days, preventative healthcare is becoming more common and encouraged. A yearly…
OakBend Medical Center has completed two of its three scheduled sports physicals and sudden cardiac death screenings in the Fort Bend and Wharton area. This Saturday, July 13 from 8am – Noon at the Williams Way location, 22003 SW Freeway, Richmond is the remaining sports physicals for this summer. The cost is $20 cash. Unlike…
Each year, the World Health Organization estimates that vaccines prevent two to three million deaths of adults and children. This safe and effective preventative care is one of the most important things you can do for your health and can sometimes mean the difference between life and death. World Immunization Week is an annual recognition…
It’s that time again! The final days of summer before school means that it is time to start planning for the upcoming school year. Whether you have a pre-schooler, or a house full of high schoolers, being prepared will make the transition back to school much easier. Refuel. Just as a car needs a full tank…
