Archive for January 2022

When was the last time you got a complete evaluation of your health? A preventive physical exam allows you to obtain tests and treatments to stop health conditions before they start. At Ross Bridge Medical Center in Hoover, Alabama, Dr. Madhav Devani and our team of medical experts can complete a full preventive physical exam and get you prepared for a…

What’s life without some fun in the sun? But exposure to the sun over time can take its toll on your skin, causing age spots, vascular lesions, photodamage, redness, and discoloration. The professional team at Ross Bridge Medical Center in Hoover, Alabama, want your skin to look and feel its best. One way we achieve that goal…

Of the 29 million Americans with diabetes, nearly one in four don’t know they have the disease. Diabetes in all its forms is a chronic condition that affects your body’s ability to use glucose for energy. Your body needs insulin — a hormone that your pancreas creates — to convert the sugars and carbohydrates in…

Unwanted hair makes you a slave to its removal. Whether you choose a short-term solution like shaving or longer-term methods like waxing or plucking, before long you’re back where you started. Pool season may mean constant attention to stay smooth through to Labor Day. However, we have a permanent hair removal solution available, and if…

Picnics and BBQ dinners make for tons of fun in the sun, but here’s what you need to know to stay safe in summer. The team at Ross Bridge Medical Center in Hoover, AL, offers these tips to help keep you and your family ailment free this summer. The sun: An equal opportunity offender The very thing…

Summer is the time of year to let your hair down, travel, and enjoy the great outdoors. But, a fun time could turn into a visit to the doctor for poison ivy or sunburn if you’re not careful. Whether you’re joining friends for a hike or taking the family to the beach, follow these five…

If you’re overweight or obese, losing weight is essential. Otherwise, you’re at a higher risk of developing hypertension (high blood pressure), heart disease, and diabetes. These are all serious health conditions that could take years off your life. At Ross Bridge Medical Center, in Hoover, Alabama, Madhav Devani, MD, has helped scores of patients lose weight. In this blog, Dr. Devani…

Have you heard of microneedling? It’s a great way to rejuvenate your skin and get that fresh, healthy glow back. Madhav Devani, MD, offers it to men and women at Ross Bridge Medical Center, in Hoover, Alabama. In this blog, Dr. Devani discusses the benefits of microneedling and how it can help you look your best in no time.…

If you have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, you probably know it’s important to eat a healthy diet and exercise. But, do you know how much exercise you need and why it’s so important? In this blog, Madhav Devani, MD, at Ross Bridge Medical Center, in Hoover, Alabama, explains the benefits of exercise and how much you…

Do you get the requisite 7-9 hours of sleep each night? And is it quality sleep? If you answered no to either of these questions, you could be setting yourself up for heart problems down the road. If you need help with sleep problems or heart issues, Madhav Devani, MD, of Ross Bridge Medical Center in Hoover, Alabama, can help. Here’s what…