By Deborah Westergaard, MD Pain Experts Lack of Collaboration in Healthcare Hurts Patient Outcomes: Physicians Should Embrace Chiropractors Healthcare often suffers from a lack of collaboration among some healthcare professionals, which can hinder comprehensive patient care. For patients seeking optimal health and non-surgical solutions, these gaps in teamwork and communication are frustrating. They deserve a healthcare team that integrates diverse expertise to provide a trul

By Deborah Westergaard, MD Pain Experts Why I Love My Patients: The Joy of Helping Others As a physician, there's something deeply fulfilling about helping people. While taking care of your own health and well-being is important, the true joy comes from seeing someone else thrive because of the care you've provided. It's an experience that goes far beyond the technicalities of medicine and speaks to the heart of why I love what I do. The Impact of Pain on Life When patients f

By Deborah Westergaard, MD As a doctor who specializes in helping patients recover from joint pain and injuries, I’ve always believed in the importance of connecting with my patients. But now, having gone through hip replacement surgery myself, I’m even more aware of the nuances of the healing process. About two months into my post-operative journey, I continue to work with an incredible physical therapist who is guiding me through every stage of recovery. Yet, what amazes m