Most patients I see in my office are surprised when I tell them they already have stage three or stage four chronic kidney disease. By the time symptoms appear, kidney disease has often been present for years. This is one…
A diagnosis of kidney failure is frightening, and one of the first questions most patients ask is simple: what happens now? As a nephrologist, I want every patient facing this decision to understand that dialysis is a significant change, but…
For decades, diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease relied almost entirely on clinical judgment: a physician’s conversation with the patient, a history from family members, and a set of standard questions. That has changed. Khurram Nazir, MD, a board-certified neurologist and a past…
Almost everyone gets a headache now and then. Khurram Nazir, MD, a board-certified neurologist and a past member of the Emerald Coast Medical Association board, wants patients to understand the difference between an occasional headache and one that needs medical…
Lindsey Weintritt Davis, MD I have been a member of the Emerald Coast Medical Association for more than 10 years and value their dedication to supporting physicians and fostering collaboration. Our group utilizes many of the resources available to independent…
The Growing Importance of Digital Accessibility in Medicine Your website is more than a place to list office hours. Patients depend on it for everyday tasks like booking appointments, paying bills, checking results, and filling out forms. When that site…
The Emerald Coast Medical Association (ECMA) is excited to accelerate our planning for our January 16-18, 2026, CME Beach Retreat, as we enjoy the beautiful Gulf Coast at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa for another weekend of…
This past weekend, Daniel “Skip” Daube, MD, Andy Borom, MD and Michelle Flaat, Executive Director from the Emerald Coast Medical Association joined colleagues and physician leaders from across Florida at the FMA Board of Governors meeting—right in the heart of…
A Risk Assessment Isn’t an Audit Hearing the words “risk assessment” might bring to mind something formal or punitive, but that’s not what this is. A MedPro risk assessment is a supportive, collaborative service designed to help your practice identify…
Coverage Isn’t the Whole Story Malpractice insurance is an essential part of practicing medicine, but it only comes into play after a claim is made. While having strong coverage matters, preventing those situations from occurring in the first place is…
