Articles by Nathan Parker, DO

There are few topics as taboo as sex. By extension, infections passed through sex (and yes, other non-sexual acts) often carry stigma. It’s even deeply embedded in the verbiage we use. I often hear patients say they are “clean” after negative sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing. This suggests having an STI makes you “dirty.” I…

Uterine fibroids are often misunderstood–which is understandable because we still don’t fully know how or why they develop! For many people, fibroids will be an inconsequential part of their lives. For others, fibroids can be disruptive with painful symptoms that require treatment. Here are some of the most common questions about fibroids–along with reasons for…