 | Wellness Services Allergy testing
Allergy is defined as a "harmful, increased susceptibility to a specific substance," also known as hypersensitivity. Allergic diseases are the sixth leading cause of chronic disease in the United States. Approximately 20 percent of the U.S. population suffers from allergic diseases and it is estimated that in 1998, increased absenteeism and reduced productivity due to allergies cost U.S. companies more than $250 million. (American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology)
Allergies are a common problem in the Hill Country and I would like to help you make them a thing of the past. Medication, education on how to avoid allergens, and immunotherapy can make you feel like a new person. So many of us deal with allergies on a daily basis and think that it is normal. The truth is many allergy sufferers do not realize what it feels like to be normal. Immunotherapy is a long term process that can desensitize a patient to the source of his allergies. |
|  | | Weight Loss Clinic Obesity affects nearly one-third of the adult American population. The number of overweight and obese Americans continues to increase. Over half of our adult population can be classified as overweight. This is based on BMI. BMI is calculated by dividing a person's body weight in kilograms by their height in meters squared (weight [kg] height [m]2) or by using the conversion with pounds (lbs) and inches (in) squared as shown below. This number can be misleading, however, for very muscular people, or for pregnant or lactating women.
Despite the growing epidemic that is obesity insurance companies typically do not pay claims on weight loss counseling. I do offer this service along with close follow up. Anxioretics used to treat obesity are controlled medications and do have risks just like all medications.
However, if weight is a problem for you, I would be happy for you to attend a weight loss class with close one on one supervision.
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| | I would like to personally welcome you to Randolph Family Medicine. The aim of Randolph Family Medicine is to allow you to live a fuller healthier life. I see patients from two years of age and all the way up for primary care needs. My office with its relaxed atmosphere will help you forget that you are even at the doctor's office, and we like it this way. We pride ourselves on providing prompt service that is patient centered. If you are already a patient of mine, thank you. If you have not had a chance to make Randolph Family Medicine your home for healthcare, then allow me to invite you to all we have to offer. Sincerely,
Mark B. Randolph MD |
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| Doctor Bio |
Dr. Randolph matriculated to the University of Texas at Houston. He took special interest in Family Medicine taking part in the Texas State Wide Family Practice Preceptorship program during his first and fourth years of medical school. Dr. Randolph also spent a month in China during his fourth year of medical school learning about Eastern Medicine and culture.
Dr. Randolph matched to Memorial Family Medicine Residency program at Memorial Southwest Hospital in Houston, Texas (http://www.memorialhermann.org/education/RESfp_locationsxx.html) This highly regarded community based Family Medicine program with its distinguished volunteer and full time faculty served as an excellent learning environment. Dr. Randolph took a special interest in sports medicine volunteering at the Houston Marathon, and performing research at the Texas Sports Combine at Reliant Center collecting data for a Sudden Cardiac Death Study. Dr. Randolph also participated in the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board sponsored Rural Rotation where he spent a month in Hondo, Texas at Medina County Hospital. Dr. Randolph was active in his residency starting his intern year where he was on the research committee. He continued his active role by performing the duties of Chief Resident during his third year.
At the completion of his residency Dr. Randolph worked with locum tenens agencies and traveled to Europe as tour manager for a USO tour before joining Allergy and Family Medicine in San Marcos. While at Allergy and Family Medicine Dr. Randolph joined the Pan American Allergy Society, with this event and continued work with his colleagues he was able to expand his knowledge of allergy testing and treatment.
In July of 2006 Dr. Randolph started his own practice in San Marcos. His goal is for the practice is to have a kind, caring environment that not only treats, but also educates patients for a healthier life. This practice is growing to meet the needs. |
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