Insights
Patient-friendly health writing, reviewed by clinicians.
Practical articles on common conditions, treatments and preventative care. Every post lists its author's credentials and the medical reviewer who signed it off.
Understanding your blood pressure numbers
What systolic and diastolic actually mean, what counts as normal, and when to see a doctor.
Dr. Anita Rao, MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine)
When should you actually see a cardiologist?
Symptoms, risk factors and life stages that warrant a specialist visit — and what to expect at one.
Dr. Anita Rao, MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine)
Preparing for your first IVF consultation
What records to bring, questions to ask, and a realistic picture of timelines and costs.
Dr. Anita Rao, MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine)
Knee replacement: a realistic recovery timeline
Week-by-week expectations after total knee replacement, and signs you should call your surgeon.
Dr. Anita Rao, MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine)
When to get a second opinion — and how to do it gracefully
Asking for a second opinion is normal medical practice. Here is how to do it without damaging the relationship with your first doctor.
Dr. Anita Rao, MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine)
What to expect from a comprehensive eye exam after 40
The tests, the dilation, and the conditions a thorough exam can pick up before you notice symptoms.
Dr. Anita Rao, MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine)
Newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes? Start here.
The first three months matter most. A clinician-reviewed guide to what to ask, measure and change.
Dr. Anita Rao, MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine)
Choosing a pediatrician: a practical checklist
What to look for in your child's primary doctor — credentials, hospital affiliation, after-hours care and bedside manner.
Dr. Anita Rao, MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine)