Fromm Mitchell MD

World Renowned Heart Surgeon Speaks Out On What Really Causes Heart Disease

We physicians with all our training, knowledge and authority often acquire a rather large ego that tends to make it difficult to admit we are wrong. So, here it is. I freely admit to being wrong. As a heart surgeon with 25 years experience, having performed over 5,000 open-heart surgeries, today is my day to …

Tattoo complications surprisingly common

The rising popularity of body art raises longer-term medical concerns

Is Red Light Therapy the Key to Skin Rejuvenation?

Your skin is the largest organ in your body, and it also plays a vital role in keeping you alive by protecting your internal organs from the elements and getting rid of harmful toxins through sweating. As you age, your skin will begin to lose its youthful appearance and elasticity, which can cause wrinkles, blemishes, […]

10 Great Underrated Whiskeys You Need to Know About

A too-cautious approach to buying booze might be causing you to miss out on something great, like these underrated whiskeys.

Sticker shock: Secrets of hospital billing revealed

Hospital charges are closely guarded secrets, but not anymore. KRQE News 13 has compiled a first-ever comparison of actual patient charges from all 44 New Mexico hospitals. And what it shows is a b…

9 Health Rules That Doctors Never Break

Top doctors share the best health tips and health advice they themselves follow to prevent skin cancer and breast cancer, reduce back pain, prevent stress and more.

Is It Indigestion or A Heart Attack?

The holiday season can sometimes lead to unhealthy behaviors. We indulge at holiday buffets, enjoy an extra cocktail, skip our regular exercise and stress about everything that needs to be done. Perhaps that’s why there’s an increase in heart-related deaths during the holiday season. After analyzing 25 years of data and 53-million U.S. death certificates, researchers discovered the correlation, with heart-breaking numbers peaking on Christmas, the…

Things Your Family Doctor Wants You to Know

Patients often seek out specialists to fix what ails them. But often, a family physician is more than capable of handling health needs as these practicing doctors explain.

Can family doctors diagnose you with anxiety disorders?

I feel like my anxiety is out of control, especially this past six months. I was told by several adults to look into GAD. Unfortunately my family doctor is kind of snobby; when my sister couldn't stop throwing up he said it was normal and refused to believe us. I really don't know a good therapist/psychologist, and we don't really have the money for me to go to two doctors. I was wondering if family doctors can diagnose you with anxiety disorders and…

What's Right for Your Child: Family Doctor or Pediatrician?

Family doctors are trained to care for patients of all ages. Here's why you should consider taking your child to a family doctor.

4 Things to Look For During Your Search For a Family Doctor

What to look for during your family doctor search.

Yes, I am a Rhodes Scholar who is "just" a family doctor. Here's why.

Yes, I am a family doctor. And I couldn’t be prouder of my choice.

Are physical examinations by family doctors still needed?

Are you wondering if an annual or regular physical examination is still necessary? A new study reveals that it’s an integral part of relationship-centered care and detection of diseases early on.

Family Doctors Who Do More, Save More

A study suggests that coordinated care, led by a family doctor who is judicious about referring patients to specialists, leads to cost savings.

Why sometimes you need to be your family's doctor

I know there are many factors that influenced the circumstances of his death, but I can’t help but feel that I’m one of those factors.

Why this physician still loves medicine

As a physician, we have a unique responsibility and a privilege. It is called the doctor-patient relationship.

5 Benefits of Using Concierge Medicine for Geriatric Doctors

Geriatric doctors don’t experience the same demands as general practice doctors. So how do geriatric patients benefit from concierge care?

Family medicine or internal medicine doctor?

Are millennial doctors ready for 21st century medicine?

I believe how millennial doctors are educated may make them less adequately prepared than previous generations.