February is here, and that means we are in the throes of the cold winter months. While this can be a great time to watch your favorite movie and stay cozy beneath a pile of blankets, it is also a perfect time to prioritize our health.
Have you made an appointment with your direct care physician for your yearly physical? Feeling SAD is real – and so is Seasonal Affective Disorder. It’s OK to not be OK with little sunlight and long nights. But fear not!
Here are a few ways to help if you feel SAD:
#ICYMI: Dr. Ashley Loughner has a NEW Wexford location at 1000 Brooktree Road, Suite 211, Wexford, PA 15090.
Dr. Natalie Gentile has a NEW East End location at 201 S. Highland Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15206. It’s also home to Rebel Wellness, her new community space for movement, learning and nutrition that had its grand opening in January.
Do you have questions about vaccines, boosters and staying healthy? We’re here to help you keep track of the latest health guidelines and what you can do to keep your family safe through the season.
The DCPP doctors have created online resources where you can learn about the latest on COVID-19, the latest variants and more at directcarepgh.com.
We are here to answer any questions or schedule visits as needed. We believe in healthcare without the hassle!
Rebel with a Cause: Dr. Gentile was recently featured on the cover of The City Scene’s inaugural issue talking all-things direct care! Check out her interview HERE.
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Marjorie Stein, NDIQ is an independent interior designer who’s worked in the field for 40-plus years and will celebrate her firm’s 18th anniversary this year. A certified designer by the Council for Interior Design Qualification, she specializes in higher education, healthcare and commercial interior design and is conscious of both ergonomics and sustainability in her projects. When selecting materials for the space, she considers a number of sustainability factors such as how long the item can remain in the site (and thus, how long it will stay out of the landfill), the item’s carbon footprint, how safe the item is etc. Marjorie emphasizes the importance of communication and collaboration in her position – there are many different disciplines that come together to create a space, all of which she coordinates.
Both Marjorie and her husband are patients of Direct Care Physicians of Pittsburgh practices, having discovered direct primary care while on a search for an independent doctor. She feels as though the doctors are very knowledgeable and is grateful they’re willing to do research on topics they may be less familiar with. She also appreciates how the doctors at DCPP prioritize patient care. “They’re a really good group of caring people,” Marjorie said.
Would you like to be spotlighted? Do you know another DCPP patient who would make for a great profile? Let us know, and you could be featured in a future newsletter.