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Mold-Related Biotoxin Illness: A Four Part Series
In this article series, Dr. Aaron Hartman discusses Mold-Related Biotoxin Illness or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome. Part I describes the potential disease load in our country. Part II lays out its history of discovery. Part III unpacks the biotoxin pathway and diagnostic process. Finally, part IV describes a treatment protocol.
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New Service: Weight Loss Management
Most of us know that eating a well-balanced diet and maintaining an active lifestyle are critical to maintaining good health. But, often we need someone to keep us accountable, give us guidance, and encourage us along the way. Our goal is to provide a safe, personal...
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Family Practice Associates Welcomes Dr. Gretchen Lockard
Dr. Lockard has been named numerous years in a row as Vitals Patient’s Choice Award winner. Dr. Lockard graduated with honors from Brown University School of Medicine in 1999. She then completed her specialty training in Family Medicine at the top residency program in...
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Detox: A Four Part Series
In this four-part series, Dr. Aaron Hartman paints a picture of our current state of toxin exposure and helps guide you through an orderly program to maximize your body’s natural ability to expel these substances—a process commonly called detoxification. Part 1:...
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New research study for the prevention of Clostridium difficile (C. diff)
Dr. Aaron N. Hartman, Dr. Raymond Decker, and Lind Reiss, CFNP are evaluating a potential prevention for Clostridium difficile. C. difficile (C. diff) is one of the most common causes of healthcare-related infections. A clinical research study is currently evaluating...
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Family Practice Associates Welcomes Scott Trawick
Scott is excited to be back at FPA, working with providers and nurses that he knows well and admires. Scott Trawick grew up in Midlothian and graduated from Virginia Tech with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications, and a Minor in History. After working in film...
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Family Practice Associates Welcomes Dr. Rishika Kuandal
I chose Family Medicine because it allows me to care for the full spectrum of patients — from newborn babies to the elderly. Dr. Kaundal grew up in Alexandria, Virginia, and is a graduate of the University of Virginia where she obtained a B.A. in Cognitive Science....
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New Research Study for Adults with Type 2 Diabetes
Eligible participants will receive trial medication, glucometer, strips, and lancets at no cost. Compensation for time & travel may be provided for eligible participants. Participants must meet eligibility criteria to qualify.
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New Web Resource
Dr. Aaron Hartman has released a new web resource: Richmond Integrative & Functional Medicine. Discover a model of medicine that incorporates the standards of care in conventional medicine with the best diagnostic and clinical tools, technologies,...
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Online Patient Portal
Family Practice Associates is now offering patients the opportunity to access their health records online. This will occur through a secure, HIPPA compliant, online portal. When you come in for your next visit you will be asked for your email address and...
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New Study: Chronic Low Back Pain
Dr. Aaron Hartman is offering a new clinical study for chronic low back pain. Visit Virginia Research Center for more details about the study.
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New Study: COPD
Dr. Aaron Hartman is offering a new clinical study for current and former smokers struggling with COPD. Visit Virginia Research Center for more details about the study.
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