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Q: If a baby testicles haven’t dropped, do you recommend surgery, if so what age? Ans: If the testicles truly have not dropped at all, then yes a surgical consult is needed. That will generally be by one year of age. Typically the testicles will be high in the inguinal canal and will drop intermittently. […]

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Q:  Should I get vit K wen my baby is born? Ans: That is a good question. It is a personal choice. In all my years of practice I have not had an issue with it in any newborn.It is not a vaccine- it is a vitamin shot and ot prevents spontaneous bleeding when the […]

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Q: Do you have any general tips for the holidays? Ans: Yes I do. Eat well. Overeating causes misery. If you know your Body Type- stick to your diet during the holidays. The price you pay if you eat what is not beneficial to you is generally not worth it. Keep poisonous plants away from […]