Contrave vs Qsymia and Gut Health: Which Is Gentler on Your Stomach?
When it comes to prescription weight loss medications, two names often come up: Contrave and Qsymia. Many patients at Health Express Clinics in Lewisville ask, "Which one is easier on the stomach?"Gut health plays a crucial role in weight management and overall...
Annual Checkups for Athletes: Beyond the Basics (Heart, Joints, and Recovery Tests)
As a board-certified family physician and the Medical Director at Health Express Clinics in Lewisville, TX, I’ve worked with everyone from weekend warriors to competitive athletes. One thing I emphasize consistently: annual checkups for athletes must go beyond basic...
Gen Z’s Secret: Why Younger Adults Pair Semaglutide with Hormone Optimization
In recent years, semaglutide has become the go-to solution for medical weight loss. But what’s especially interesting is how younger adults — particularly Gen Z — are now combining semaglutide with hormone optimization to maximize not just fat loss, but overall...
The Hidden Link: How Semaglutide Impacts Estrogen, Testosterone, and Weight Loss
Semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist, has become a household name for medical weight loss — but what’s often overlooked is its effect on hormones like estrogen and testosterone. As a board-certified family physician and Medical Director at Health Express Clinics in...
10 Daily Habits to Fight Depression Naturally (Backed by Harvard Research)
When it comes to mental health, small daily habits can have a powerful cumulative impact—especially for those battling depression. While medications and therapy remain essential tools, many people are searching for natural ways to fight depression. At Health Express...
SSRIs vs. SNRIs: Which Antidepressant Is Right for You? A Psychiatrist Explains
If you've been diagnosed with depression or anxiety, your doctor may have recommended a class of medications called SSRIs or SNRIs. But what exactly are they—and how do they differ? At Health Express Clinics in Lewisville, Texas, we help patients navigate these...
Hypothyroidism in Seniors: Age-Specific Treatment Challenges and Solutions
As we age, our bodies change in countless ways—and the thyroid is no exception. Hypothyroidism in seniors presents unique diagnostic and treatment challenges compared to younger adults. At Health Express Clinics in Lewisville, Texas, we provide age-specific,...
Why You Need a Primary Care Specialist: 7 Lifesaving Benefits of Regular Check-Ups
As a family physician and owner of Health Express Clinics in Lewisville, Texas, I’ve witnessed firsthand the incredible value that regular check-ups with a primary care specialist can provide. Too often, people wait until symptoms become unbearable before seeing a...
Qsymia vs. Phentermine Alone: Which Works Better for Weight Loss, Backed by Research
As a family physician at Health Express Clinics in Lewisville, Texas, I often work with patients seeking medically supervised solutions for weight loss. Two common prescription options are Qsymia and phentermine. Both are FDA-approved and have helped many patients...