Welcome to Our Blog Associates in Family Medicine / News Get in the know! Getting Outdoors in Northern Colorado Summer is here. The outdoors beckons. Mind that calling and you'll be rewarded with various health benefits as well as a boatload of fun. Here are fou... Read more COVID-19 Vaccine Updates & FAQs Find information, receive updates, and see AFM’s plan for vaccine distribution. Read more Primary Care, Urgent Care, or Emergency Room? Making the right choice about where to go for medical care is important – both for your health and for your wallet. Read more Are you Ready for the Back to School Season? AFM is here to cover all of the bases for you and your family. While you might have all of the supplies the teachers requested, is your kid prepared f... Read more Our Providers' Top Tips for a Successful Virtual Visit Just scheduled your first Virtual Visit? Here are some tips and tricks to get the most out of your appointment. Read more More from AFM Filter CategoriesFilter - AllFeaturedHealthy LivingIn The CommunityNewsStaff Stories COVID-19, the flu, strep, and RSV—what’s the difference? [Infographic] Find out from a provider how AFM implemented our coronavirus response to slow the spread. Read more Seven lifestyle changes to reduce your risk of breast cancer Breast cancer is a disease where cancerous cells form in the tissues of a breast. It’s the second most common type of cancer for people with breasts i... Read more Where to Get Your Flu Shot & Other Ways to Fight the Flu Get your flu shot today to protect yourself and others. Read more Everything you need to know about 3D mammograms While the words “3D” might bring red-blue glasses or VR headsets to mind, it's a valuable new tool that can find an average of 41% more invasive breas... Read more Immunizations Vaccines are important and the best way to prevent or reduce severe symptoms from infectious diseases like the flu, Tetanus, Polio, Pertussis (whoopin... Read more Importance of water and how it affects your body Rethink what you drink… As it may seem easy to choose the best tasting option for your summer refreshment, nothing beats water when it comes to mainta... Read more Getting Outdoors in Northern Colorado Summer is here. The outdoors beckons. Mind that calling and you'll be rewarded with various health benefits as well as a boatload of fun. Here are fou... Read more COVID-19 Vaccine Updates & FAQs Find information, receive updates, and see AFM’s plan for vaccine distribution. Read more How to Tell the Difference Between COVID-19 and the Flu Find out from a provider how AFM implemented our coronavirus response to slow the spread. Read more How to Celebrate Thanksgiving Safely During COVID-19 COVID-19 in Colorado required some extreme measures to protect people. Find out from a provider how AFM implemented our coronavirus response to slow t... Read more [VIDEO] Introducing Urgent Care Virtual Visits with AFM Find out why an urgent care Virtual Visit could be right for you and how easy it is to get the care you need. Read more Why AFM Stopped Using X-ray Shields (and How Your Health Can Benefit) Patient gonadal and fetal shielding during X-ray were once considered best practice. But recent research shows they might do more harm than good. Read more Seizing Healthy Opportunities with Kierann Toth, MD A sound mind and a strong body go hand in hand; hear from Hannah Romano, Family Nurse Practitioner, for lessons on healthy balance. Read more Are Your Symptoms Due to Wildfire Smoke or COVID-19? How to tell the difference and how to stay safe. Read more [VIDEO] What You Need to Know about Wearing a Mask Masks are an important part of slowing the spread of COVID-19 and a requirement for visiting an AFM location in-person. AFM provider Emma Richardson, ... Read more Influenza (flu) during the COVID-19 Pandemic, and Why it is Different While the flu has stayed the same, circumstances have changed. This year, more than ever, it is critical that everyone over 6 months of age get their ... Read more Where to Go for Flu Shots This Cold and Flu Season Does it matter where you get your flu shot? When choosing between drugstore clinics or your primary care provider, remember that continuity is key. Read more How AFM Quickly Responded to COVID-19 to Protect Patients & Staff COVID-19 in Colorado required some extreme measures to protect people. Find out from a provider how AFM implemented our coronavirus response to slow t... Read more 4 Simple Tips for Sun Safety NewsJun 8, 20... Read more AFM Condemns All Forms of Racism We are committed to denouncing racial inequalities and championing the health of every patient we serve. Read more 5 Ways to Choose a Primary Care Provider That Is Right for You NewsJun 8, 20... Read more [VIDEO] What You Need to Know about Virtual Visits at AFM Just scheduled your first Virtual Visit? Here are some tips and tricks to get the most out of your appointment. Read more Where Should You Go For COVID-19 Care and Testing? Does it matter where you get tested for COVID-19? When choosing between a community site or your primary care provider, remember that continuity is ke... Read more Our Providers' Top Tips for a Successful Virtual Visit Just scheduled your first Virtual Visit? Here are some tips and tricks to get the most out of your appointment. Read more Rest Easy with These Amazing Sleep Facts & Tips NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Everything You Need to Know About the Flu (and How to Fight It) From what it is to how it spreads and more, get expert answers to your top flu questions. Read more How Pets Can Make You Happier & Healthier Our favorite companions, our pets, can vary but they all have one constant…unwavering love. Let’s face it. Pets are paw-some. Read more Lessons on Balanced Health from Hannah Romano, NP-C A sound mind and a strong body go hand in hand; hear from Hannah Romano, Family Nurse Practitioner, for lessons on healthy balance. Read more Don’t Stress Over Strep With higher-than-normal cases of strep throat, learn when you should (and shouldn’t) get tested, best practices for treatment, how to contain the cont... Read more Over-the-counter Diet Pills: Can They Help You Lose Weight This Holiday Season? Get the skinny on the effectiveness and safety of non-prescription diet pills and supplements. Read more The Good, the Bad and the Bacteria When is it appropriate to use antibiotics and when should you stay away from them? Read more Let's Talk About Breast Cancer NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Get Clear Answers to Your Top Mammogram Questions While not the highlight of anyone’s day, Mammograms are an important part of your health journey. Read more How Are Books Related to Better Health? Ross Sheline, MD Has the Story Get his take on the link between reading and family medicine. Read more Are you Ready for the Back to School Season? AFM is here to cover all of the bases for you and your family. While you might have all of the supplies the teachers requested, is your kid prepared f... Read more Water Safety Tips for Lake Life and Tubing the Poudre Colorado may be land-locked, but with lakes like Boyd, reservoirs like Horsetooth, and waterslides like the Poudre River, there’s no shortage of optio... Read more 2019 Saturday Well Child Clinics Make sure your child is ready for the first day of school by visiting a well-child clinic. Read more Primary Care, Urgent Care, or Emergency Room? Making the right choice about where to go for medical care is important – both for your health and for your wallet. Read more Diabetes and Hypertension Many people with diabetes struggle with hypertension, or high blood pressure. Learn about the impacts to your health when these conditions coexist, an... Read more Flu and Pneumonia Immunizations for Patients with Diabetes Flu and pneumonia vaccines are critical for many populations. However, the flu and pneumonia are especially risky for people with diabetes and other f... Read more Recommended Lab Work and Other Exams for Diabetes The American Diabetes Association recommends that a person with diabetes stay up to date on the following to ensure that diabetes and its associated c... Read more How to Prevent Kidney Disease When You Have Diabetes Protect your kidneys – and your quality of life – by managing your blood sugar levels. Read more The Gardens on Spring Creek Are Expanding Their Sanctuary for Nature, Education – and Bikes If you’re not familiar with The Gardens on Spring Creek, do yourself a gigantic favor and get to know this FoCo oasis of nature, plants, education, an... Read more Born for the Wild: Zach Devilbiss, DO Answers the Call for Adventure Dr. Zachary Devilbiss has an intrepid inclination for adventure. As an avid outdoorsman and full-scope family physician, he’s finding plenty of it in ... Read more Walking in a “Windsor” Wonderland – Join AFM for Local Holiday Fun Having served the town of Windsor for the past 12 years, Associates in Family Medicine has come to know and love this close-knit community – a place t... Read more Holiday Traditions That Bring People Together (And Why It’s Not All About the Food) The holiday season is upon us! And with it comes a flood of fond traditions to celebrate with the people we love. Read more The Gardens on Spring Creek Five-acre Expansion (and Why We Can’t Stop Talking About It) For more than a decade, The Gardens on Spring Creek has been a special place where people of all ages can visit, explore, and learn – connecting with ... Read more From the Office to the Outdoors, David Jung, MD Never Stops Exploring While Iowa native Dr. David Jung might humbly characterize himself as “a simple man,” his interests and pursuits in both his personal and professional... Read more It’s Harvest Time! Where to Go for Fresh, Healthy Foods in Northern Colorado It’s harvest season, and there’s no better time to get out and reap the benefits of fresh, healthy foods. We’ve all heard the old saying, “You are wha... Read more AFM Announces Plans for 14,200-Square-Foot Medical Facility and Urgent Care in Windsor Northern Colorado-based medical practice Associates in Family Medicine announces plans for a newly constructed medical facility in Windsor, which is s... Read more [Infographic] Your Northern Colorado Hiking Toolkit Whether you’re a hardcore hiker with summit ambition to spare, a casual mountainside meanderer looking for new treks, or an outdoor enthusiast seeking... Read more The Shingrix Vaccine: What You Need To Know Due to the high levels of demand for the Shingrix vaccine, there have been order limits implemented and providers and pharmacies are experiencing ship... Read more Be Heard in Your Health Empowerment in your health is important, and engaging in meaningful conversations about it is a valuable way to voice your thoughts and gain insight i... Read more Summer Saturday Well-Child Visits Beat the back-to-school rush! We are offering convenient Saturday well-child appointments at three of our locations this summer! Read more Love Your Lunch! Secrets to a Healthy, Home-Packed Meal With ever increasing demands for our time and attention combined with widespread availability of convenience & fast foods, it can be tempting to skip ... Read more The Importance of Primary Care Access (and 5 Helpful Tips for Your Family) Healthcare access is a trending topic on a large national scale, but it’s a necessary conversation on a smaller, local level too. At AFM we typically ... Read more Associates In Family Medicine Earns National Recognition For Patient-Centered Care Associates in Family Medicine has received Level 3 NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Recognition for using... Read more 4 Habits for a Healthy Heart In Northern Colorado, we are extremely fortunate to have beautiful weather to call us outdoors, access to local farms and fresh produce, and bike trai... Read more Ring in the holiday season & see Santa at Fort Collins' own Garden of Lights On December 3 and 16, join Associates in Family Medicine for one of Fort Collins’ brightest holiday traditions — the annual Garden of Lights celebrati... Read more 5 Ways Being Grateful Makes You a Healthier, Happier Person While Mary Poppins believed in “a spoonful of sugar,” we’re in support of an alternative method to “help the medicine go down”: acts of gratitude. Pra... Read more From Pages to Patients, Physician Assistant Amy Patrick Loves a Good Story Amy Patrick has no shortage of activity in her life. From treating patients to hiking, skiing, and backcountry camping, this busy physician assistant,... Read more Diabetes Printed Resources Learn more about: Carb & Calorie Counting, Cookbooks & Recipes, Exercise and Weight Control, and Meal Planning & Nutrition! Read more Diabetes Online Resources Below are some apps for Android and/or iPhone as well as some online resources that you may find helpful for weight loss, tracking blood sugars, meal ... Read more Stress Reduction Tips Stress is a different experience for each of us and can have both mental and physical affects. Here are some tips to consider when trying to manage yo... Read more Managing Depression Depression can happen to anyone – and does happen to one in four of us over our lifetimes. Different factors that make depression more likely include ... Read more Living with a Chronic Illness Living with a chronic condition can have a substantial impact on your day-to-day emotions and overall mental health. It’s important to obtain the reso... Read more Hidden Carbs and Calories In Sweetened Beverages Having sweetened beverages throughout the day can quickly add extra sugar and calories to your daily recommended amounts. As a result, people who drin... Read more Carbohydrate Counting In a Nutshell Carbohydrate counting is a method of calculating the grams of carbohydrates you consume in your meals and snacks. It can help you manage your blood gl... Read more Healthy & Simple 15 gram Carb Snacks Find some great new low-carb snacks to help you out throughout day! Read more Reading a Nutrition Label Learning how to read a food label can help you manage your calorie, sodium, carb, and fat intake. On a whole, it is a great tool to help you make heal... Read more Meal Planning: The Plate Method A diabetes meal plan can help guide you through how much and what kinds of food you can choose to eat for meals and snacks. Creating a meal plan that ... Read more Physical Activity and Exercise Being physically active and getting enough exercise is important for everyone, but especially if you have diabetes. Exercise has so many health benefi... Read more Diabetes and Alcohol Use Have you wondered how alcohol can affect diabetes? Many people with diabetes can tolerate small to moderate amounts of alcohol, but it’s best to consu... Read more Traveling With Diabetes Having Diabetes shouldn’t stop you from doing the things you want to do. Keeping your diabetes in stable control will help with being able to Suitcas... Read more Tips For Eating Out With Diabetes While most people with diabetes understand the importance of eating food prepared at home where you can control the portions and amount of sugar used,... Read more Party Survival Tips We all love parties – the friends, the fun, the FOOD. But how can you survive the holiday party season without packing on the extra pounds? By followi... Read more A1c/eAG explained From the American Diabetes Association: What is an A1C? The A1C is a blood glucose test that may also be reported as estimated average blood glucose (... Read more Hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) with diabetes What to know about high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) when living with diabetes:What is hyperglycemia? Read more Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) with diabetes What to know about low (hypoglycemia) blood sugar when living with diabetes: What is hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)? Read more Diabetes and Dental Hygiene Diabetes increases risk of tooth decay, early gum disease (gingivitis) and late gum disease (periodontitis.) Gum disease can also cause higher blood ... Read more Sick Days – With Diabetes Here are some quick tips on how to manage your diabetes when you're feeling down and out. Read more Tips for Healthy Feet With Diabetes Foot care is important because diabetes can impair circulation and/or cause nerve damage and loss of sensation, which can lead to problems such as inf... Read more Dr. Bryan Reider Helps Patients Power On Colorado-born-and-bred Dr. Bryan Reider lives, works, and plays by the Spartan motto: “Commit. Be Fit. Do Work.” His love of a good challenge, not to ... Read more You have a positive pregnancy test – now what? Come in for an outpatient pregnancy test! We like to have you come in for a urine pregnancy test so we can get you set up for the care you need right ... Read more AFM Cultivates Healthier Communities Through Fort Collins Farm Weekend At Associates in Family Medicine, we’ve always known that healthy communities don’t just happen. They require planning, support, and action. Which is ... Read more Eye Care with Diabetes Tips for maintaining healthy eyes and vision with diabetes. Aim to keep both your blood sugar levels and your blood pressure under control. Complete a... Read more From Patient Relationships to Picturesque Paintings, Dr. Tom Nevrivy is Called to Create While the study of medicine requires hefty doses of science, the practice of medicine is in many ways an art. Just ask Dr. Tom Nevrivy, veteran family... Read more AFM + CSU = Same compassionate care, new convenient location At Associates in Family Medicine, we take pride in cultivating community-centered care, which is why we’re excited to bring our services to an expandi... Read more Heirloom Tomato Salad Don’t be fooled by the gnarly appearance of these oddly shaped tomatoes. With 40 percent of your daily vitamin C requirement, heirloom tomatoes pack q... Read more For Dr. Johns, Giving and Guiding Go Hand in Hand When you first encounter Dr. Stacie Johns, a few things really stand out about this seasoned family physician: her warm smile, personable nature, and ... Read more What About Beer Keep health conditions at bay with a pint (or two) a day. “Mary Poppins” taught us that “a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down.” But sugar’s ... Read more Whole Health Initiative Associates in Family Medicine (AFM) has always made it a point to treat the whole person—body and mind. We’ve never been fans of slapping a Band-Aid o... Read more In Step with Kristina Sandstedt, PA For physician assistant Kristina Sandstedt, the words of the late great American psychologist Abraham Maslow pretty much sum up her philosophy on life... Read more AFM builds more than relationships Like good health, one of the other factors that can play a large role in someone’s well-being involves having a place to call home. Read more An Unbridled Conversation with Lindsay Conway, NP When asked what she would be if she weren’t a nurse practitioner, horse enthusiast Lindsay Conway can hardly rein in her excitement. “Well, if I could... Read more Whole Health Initiative Associates in Family Medicine (AFM) has always made it a point to treat the whole person—body and mind. We’ve never been fans of slapping a Band-Aid o... Read more Once again, we’re list-worthy! File this under “Things we already know but never tire of hearing,” kind of like when your test results come back and your cholesterol has dropped aga... Read more A Deeper Dive With Dr. Mellyna McGlothlin For Dr. Mellyna McGlothlin, life has been an ebb-and-flow journey of tough currents and smooth seas. Yet from her early years growing up in Brazil (an... Read more Join AFM and Santa for Holiday Fun at the Gardens on Spring Creek On December 3 and 18, join Associates in Family Medicine for one of Northern Colorado’s best holiday traditions—the annual Garden of Lights celebratio... Read more Halloween 2016 at the Gardens on Spring Creek We were spellbound by the magical amusement and bewitching backdrop of the Halloween Enchanted Garden at the Gardens on Spring Creek! Our amazing volu... Read more Small Steps Can Make Big Differences. Just Ask Dr. Rellas. The pounding of cleats on the grass, the swish of the net as the ball soars past the goalie, and the deafening cheers of the home stadium. These are s... Read more For Dr. Schrunk, the Journey Is Always Worthwhile They say it’s all about the journey, not the destination. We say that the destination is still worth celebrating—especially when it involves having a ... Read more Photos and Fun at the Food Truck Rally NewsJun 8, 20... Read more A Kick Start to Fall at Nature’s Harvest Fest Autumn was definitely in the air this past weekend at the Gardens on Spring Creek Nature’s Harvest Fest. AFM loved taking part in this local celebrati... Read more We Say Cheers to Craft Beers and Local Foods AFM closed out August with amazing foods and expertly paired beers at the Garden a’Fare Beer Tour at the Gardens on Spring Creek. We enjoyed an evenin... Read more August Farmers' Market 2016 Last week we had a great time out in the sun at the Harmony Farmers’ Market. Our chefs, Vanessa Schmidt, Dr. Dave Schmidt, and Cate Withrow (Dr. Morga... Read more Fresh Peach Salsa NewsJun 8, 20... Read more A Fancy a'Fare Indeed Recently AFM was at the Garden a’Fare wine tour at the Gardens on Spring Creek. We had a grand time eating fantastic food from some of Fort Collins’ f... Read more Cherry Heirloom Bruschetta With Garlic-Herb Artichoke Cream Cheese Though small, cherry heirloom tomatoes pack a big punch, with exceptional antioxidant qualities plus vitamin B-6 to support cognitive development and ... Read more Reasons to Love Lavender It’s well known that lavender’s pleasing aroma can help calm the mind, but did you know that this fragrant herb can also soothe the stomach? With poly... Read more Moroccan Couscous With Pineapple Mint and Gooseberries Besides being tart, tasty treats, gooseberries boast impressive health benefits too. Just one cup of these delectable berries supplies up to 55 percen... Read more Shrimp Spring Rolls With Garden Fresh Bell Peppers With plenty of vitamin C to power your immune system and the rich antioxidant properties of beta-carotene, bell peppers are a low-calorie veggie you c... Read more Summer Beet and Cucumber Gazpacho NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Basil Pesto If your busy schedule has you stressed, turn to basil to help calm you down. It just so happens that this flavorful herb contains powerful phytochemic... Read more The Garden a'Fare Wine Tour Summer is in full bloom, and so are The Gardens on Spring Creek! AFM is excited to sponsor this year’s Garden a’Fare Wine Tour, an event featuring fre... Read more July 2016 Farmers' Markets If there is one thing that Team AFM loves more than a healthy lifestyle, it's wholesome cooking! Our Grilled Apricots With Goat Cheese and Balsamic Re... Read more Grilled Apricots With Goat Cheese and Balsamic Reduction and Almonds Delivering 13 percent of your daily vitamin A value in just one serving, apricots are small but mighty! Turn to this tasty fruit for powerful antioxid... Read more Cucumber Feta Salad With Red Onions and Mint NewsJun 8, 20... Read more What’s the Story on Dr. Prows? He’s Glad You Asked! When it comes to spinning a good yarn, few physicians can compare to Dr. Joseph Prows, a family physician with an amazing appreciation for stories. Wh... Read more Along for the Ride With Dr. Rick Morgan From the first encounter with Dr. Rick Morgan, it’s clear he exudes the kind of laid-back persona and humble demeanor that make for a great doctor. An... Read more On Point with AFM Acupuncturist Eric Richards Eric Richards leads a Spartan existence. But not in the traditional sense of living a minimalist lifestyle marked by discipline and self-denial. Rathe... Read more July Farmer's Market 2016 Farmers’ markets offer a great way to get fresh food while also supporting the local community. We love that the high-quality produce, fruits, goods, ... Read more Check Out Our 2016 Volunteers! Our team at Associates in Family Medicine loves any opportunity to be an active part of the community where we live, work, and play—from events featur... Read more A Little Taste of Fort Collins' Prize Packages Associates in Family Medicine is proud to partner with great local businesses around Fort Collins to create unique prize packages to be given away at ... Read more Taste of Fort Collins 2016 The Taste of Fort Collins (TFC) is a Northern Colorado tradition—a community celebration with family friendly activities that are perfect for Northern... Read more Dr. Maes Scores Big Points With Patients Rock. Chalk. Jayhawk. From humble beginnings, these three simple words have grown into one of the most renowned collegiate chants in the world. It’s a... Read more For Dr. Palmiscno, Cooking and Caring Run in the Family When it comes to one’s health, Dr. Rochelle Palmiscno believes that what you get out of life depends largely on what you put into it. That attitude ex... Read more Hard Work Is Its Own Healthy Reward You may have heard the expression, “Hard work is its own reward,” but few individuals have taken that phrase to heart as much as Dr. Lloyd Blackler, a... Read more Veteran PA Kristen Olenic Joins the AFM Team Kristen Olenic may be new to Associates in Family Medicine, but she’s no stranger to the Northern Colorado health care community. A Certified Physicia... Read more Bike to Work Day 2016 Bike to Work Day is one of the largest events hosted by FC Bikes, the City of Fort Collins’ cycling promotion program. Bike to Work Day provides a saf... Read more Dr. McIntosh Is the Reel Deal Grandfathers are good for a lot of things, but it is well known that chief among them is teaching their grandsons how to fish. That was certainly the ... Read more Dr. Steves Enjoys Serving...In More Ways Than One Dr. Amber Steves always knew one thing growing up—she knew she wanted to help people. Not in a flashy, high-profile “look at me” manner but rather in ... Read more Dr. Wideman Takes Work-Life Balance in Stride Whatever it was, J.D. Wideman’s inclination to pursue her career in health care started at an early age. “When I was eight years old, I would walk aro... Read more CEO Dr. James Sprowell Knows About Healthy Growth Whether it’s raising fresh vegetables in his backyard garden or leading the premiere physician-owned medical group in Northern Colorado, one thing’s f... Read more Meet Office Manager Laura Carey Laura Carey has all the right ingredients to serve as the Office Manager at Associates in Family Medicine’s Foxtrail office at Centerra. A dash of ene... Read more Meet Nurse Manager Molly Wilson Molly Wilson loves variety. She gets that in abundance at Associates in Family Medicine’s urgent care office on Horsetooth Road. From the myriad of in... Read more On the Move with Duy Tran Duy Tran will tell you that a key to staying healthy is to pursue a variety of activities and interests. And if there’s one thing he knows, it’s how t... Read more A Spirited Discussion with PA Scott Astley It’s not every day you meet someone with even one passion, much less three or four. But for Physician Assistant Scott Astley, pursuing multiple intere... Read more Tour De Fat 2015 While we were in Tour De Fat we made a short time-lapse video of all the bikers that participated. Check it out! Read more Beet Bruschetta NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Open Streets, Open Smiles It was quite the event on Sunday. We had another great turn out of families of all kinds. With a plethora of bounce houses, games, live entertainment ... Read more Windsor Harvest Fest Was The Best This year's Windsor Harvest Festival was a great success. Many came out to enjoy the three-day event, and with so many activities to choose from, it w... Read more Open Streets 2015 Photos NewsJun 8, 20... Read more WOW! What the Health, NoCo! NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Health Myths There is a movement underway to change healthcare for good. People are taking control of their well-being by separating health fact from health fictio... Read more What The Health NoCo... Myth #7: Tomatoes Are Fruit, Not Vegetables According to the 1893 Supreme Court ruling in the case of Nix v. Hedden, tomatoes are vegetables. However, that ruling only applied to tax law and did... Read more Our Final Farmers' Market for 2015! All of us here at What the Health NoCo want to thank everyone for coming out and supporting the farmers' markets in Fort Collins. This last week was o... Read more Dr. Abrahamson Helps Patients Get Back in the Game “Home is where the heart is.” This expression certainly rings true for Dr. Brad Abrahamson who was born to parents stationed at an air force base in G... Read more What The Health NoCo... Myth #6: Beets Are Disgusting Debatable. But most certainly, beets can boost your energy and lower your blood pressure. A beet-rich diet can help you fight cancer, reduce arthri... Read more What The Health NoCo... Myth #5: Kale Is Not a Real Food Kale is widely regarded as one of the world’s healthiest super foods. For example, a cup of cooked kale has over 1,000% more vitamin C than a cup o... Read more NoCo USA Pro Challenge Festival Associates in Family Medicine has partnered with FCBikes and Summitview Church to sponsor this spectacular kickoff to the USA Pro Challenge. Read more What the Health NoCo... Myth #4: A Drink Every Day Promotes Good Health When it comes to alcohol, there’s good news and there’s bad news. Studies have shown that people who drink modestly tend to live longer than those who... Read more What the Health NoCo... Myth #3: Cravings Are Your Body’s Way of Telling You What You Need Cravings for sweets have nothing to do with a cocoa imbalance or a sugar deficit. So why do we crave chocolate and other sweets? Because certain foods... Read more August Food Truck Rally The last food truck rally was a blast. Lots of food to choose from and lots of good people. What the Health NoCo is heading back to Fort Collins City ... Read more Keeping it Real (Local) with Dr. Klingner There’s an old expression that goes, “When it comes to succeeding in the restaurant business, I can sum it up for you in three words…location, locatio... Read more Family Medicine Has Its “Perks” Originally from the Chicago area, Dr. David Schmidt and his wife, Vanessa, were both on the insurance broker career path when they each decided to go ... Read more Another Victory for the Food Truck Rally! Last night's food truck rally was an absolute blast. We had lots of families out and even some live music. We took some pictures; check them out below... Read more What the Health NoCo... Myth #1: Exercise Will Erase My Bad Eating Habits You can’t out-exercise a bad diet. Eating habits and portion control are key factors in any healthy lifestyle. It only takes a few moments to consume ... Read more What the Health NoCo... Myth #2: It’s Easy to Exercise Away Extra Calories Possible? Yes. Easy? No. The next time you’re at the gym, run a mile at a good clip on the treadmill. Note how many calories you burned. It’s probably... Read more July Farmers' Markets NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Farmers' Markets for August 2015! July went great, thank you guys for coming out and supporting local farmers! We hope you all come again in August and come see what else we have in st... Read more Radish Quesadillas Radishes belong to the cruciferous vegetable family (the same as broccoli and cabbage) and contain phytonutrients, fiber, vitamins, and minerals that ... Read more Beet Berry Popsicle NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Beet Spritzer Recipe NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Fort Collins Farmers' Markets Are Hot! Come Chill With Us! NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Farmers’ Markets Are Booming Farmers’ markets are one of the most exciting elements of the current food and health scene. They are a fast-growing force behind a lifestyle movement... Read more Brisket Tacos With Summer Salsa The perfect meal to make your mouth water: slow-cooker beef brisket and crunchy fruit salsa! Read more Drake Road Farmers' Market Last Saturday at the Drake Road Farmers’ Market on West Drake, Associates in Family Medicine and the chef from Vincent showed you how to create an ama... Read more Meet Chef Andrew Andrew Wyatt has been a chef for ten years. He got into cooking for two main reasons: the love of food and the creativity that comes from the culinary... Read more Meet The Chef at Vincent Find out a bit more about the chef at Vincent’s Heavenly Pies and Pasta! Chef Wyatt Read more Bike To Work 2015 NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Benefits of Biking to Work Read more The Vincent Pies and Pasta Experience Looking for an uncomplicated meal that doesn’t sacrifice flavor and atmosphere? Try Vincent. The newest dining experience from Brian Tessari and... Read more Fort Collins-Loveland Farmers' Market ow, what a great way to kick off our “What The Health, NoCo” campaign! Our booth at the Fort Collins-Loveland Farmers’ Market on Sunday was bumping al... Read more Meet Chef Graham Head Chef, Domenic’s Bistro & Wine Bar Chef Graham stumbled upon cooking when he was a young man. A friend in the industry asked him to help out a... Read more Meet Cook Aaron Pagaza Aaron Pagaza has always had an interest in food and cooking, something he attributes to his parents. “Both of my parents enjoyed cooking, so I learned... Read more The Domenic's Dining Experience Looking for a dining experience that will provide something far from the usual? Try Domenic’s. As Brian Tessari’s first creation in 2003, ... Read more Meet the Chefs at Domenic's Have you ever wondered how chef’s choose their occupation? Here at Domenic’s Bistro we have the inside scoop you’ll want to read abo... Read more Enjoy Your Commute! Don’t let Bike to Work Day pass you on the left! Saddle up and head to work on Wednesday, June 24. Join AFM and thousands of other biking enthusiasts ... Read more There Is a Movement Underway There is a movement underway that has the potential to change healthcare for good. People are taking control of their health by seeking out and suppor... Read more Nobody Does It Fresher We all know that when it comes to local, you can't beat the fresh produce from a farmers' market to fuel a healthy Northern Colorado lifestyle. Associ... Read more The Skinny on Fat Seems like almost every day the pendulum swings from “fat is bad” to “fat is good” and back to “Well, it depends…” Here’s some recent thinking that ma... Read more What About Beer? Here in Northern Colorado, we love our beer. Fat beers, skinny beers, beers with full-on hops. You name it, we’ve probably brewed it. Enjoyed in moder... Read more Cardio vs. Anaerobic Exercise It’s a classic debate—is cardio better for you or is strength training the way to go? The good news is, you don’t have to choose. It’s both! Check out... Read more "Southwest Nacho” Pasta Salad NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Fun Bike to Work Pins Each year on the fourth Wednesday of June, FC Bikes hosts its signature Bike Month event: Bike to Work Day (BTWD). Read more
Getting Outdoors in Northern Colorado Summer is here. The outdoors beckons. Mind that calling and you'll be rewarded with various health benefits as well as a boatload of fun. Here are fou... Read more COVID-19 Vaccine Updates & FAQs Find information, receive updates, and see AFM’s plan for vaccine distribution. Read more
Primary Care, Urgent Care, or Emergency Room? Making the right choice about where to go for medical care is important – both for your health and for your wallet. Read more Are you Ready for the Back to School Season? AFM is here to cover all of the bases for you and your family. While you might have all of the supplies the teachers requested, is your kid prepared f... Read more Our Providers' Top Tips for a Successful Virtual Visit Just scheduled your first Virtual Visit? Here are some tips and tricks to get the most out of your appointment. Read more
Filter CategoriesFilter - AllFeaturedHealthy LivingIn The CommunityNewsStaff Stories COVID-19, the flu, strep, and RSV—what’s the difference? [Infographic] Find out from a provider how AFM implemented our coronavirus response to slow the spread. Read more Seven lifestyle changes to reduce your risk of breast cancer Breast cancer is a disease where cancerous cells form in the tissues of a breast. It’s the second most common type of cancer for people with breasts i... Read more Where to Get Your Flu Shot & Other Ways to Fight the Flu Get your flu shot today to protect yourself and others. Read more Everything you need to know about 3D mammograms While the words “3D” might bring red-blue glasses or VR headsets to mind, it's a valuable new tool that can find an average of 41% more invasive breas... Read more Immunizations Vaccines are important and the best way to prevent or reduce severe symptoms from infectious diseases like the flu, Tetanus, Polio, Pertussis (whoopin... Read more Importance of water and how it affects your body Rethink what you drink… As it may seem easy to choose the best tasting option for your summer refreshment, nothing beats water when it comes to mainta... Read more Getting Outdoors in Northern Colorado Summer is here. The outdoors beckons. Mind that calling and you'll be rewarded with various health benefits as well as a boatload of fun. Here are fou... Read more COVID-19 Vaccine Updates & FAQs Find information, receive updates, and see AFM’s plan for vaccine distribution. Read more How to Tell the Difference Between COVID-19 and the Flu Find out from a provider how AFM implemented our coronavirus response to slow the spread. Read more How to Celebrate Thanksgiving Safely During COVID-19 COVID-19 in Colorado required some extreme measures to protect people. Find out from a provider how AFM implemented our coronavirus response to slow t... Read more [VIDEO] Introducing Urgent Care Virtual Visits with AFM Find out why an urgent care Virtual Visit could be right for you and how easy it is to get the care you need. Read more Why AFM Stopped Using X-ray Shields (and How Your Health Can Benefit) Patient gonadal and fetal shielding during X-ray were once considered best practice. But recent research shows they might do more harm than good. Read more Seizing Healthy Opportunities with Kierann Toth, MD A sound mind and a strong body go hand in hand; hear from Hannah Romano, Family Nurse Practitioner, for lessons on healthy balance. Read more Are Your Symptoms Due to Wildfire Smoke or COVID-19? How to tell the difference and how to stay safe. Read more [VIDEO] What You Need to Know about Wearing a Mask Masks are an important part of slowing the spread of COVID-19 and a requirement for visiting an AFM location in-person. AFM provider Emma Richardson, ... Read more Influenza (flu) during the COVID-19 Pandemic, and Why it is Different While the flu has stayed the same, circumstances have changed. This year, more than ever, it is critical that everyone over 6 months of age get their ... Read more Where to Go for Flu Shots This Cold and Flu Season Does it matter where you get your flu shot? When choosing between drugstore clinics or your primary care provider, remember that continuity is key. Read more How AFM Quickly Responded to COVID-19 to Protect Patients & Staff COVID-19 in Colorado required some extreme measures to protect people. Find out from a provider how AFM implemented our coronavirus response to slow t... Read more 4 Simple Tips for Sun Safety NewsJun 8, 20... Read more AFM Condemns All Forms of Racism We are committed to denouncing racial inequalities and championing the health of every patient we serve. Read more 5 Ways to Choose a Primary Care Provider That Is Right for You NewsJun 8, 20... Read more [VIDEO] What You Need to Know about Virtual Visits at AFM Just scheduled your first Virtual Visit? Here are some tips and tricks to get the most out of your appointment. Read more Where Should You Go For COVID-19 Care and Testing? Does it matter where you get tested for COVID-19? When choosing between a community site or your primary care provider, remember that continuity is ke... Read more Our Providers' Top Tips for a Successful Virtual Visit Just scheduled your first Virtual Visit? Here are some tips and tricks to get the most out of your appointment. Read more Rest Easy with These Amazing Sleep Facts & Tips NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Everything You Need to Know About the Flu (and How to Fight It) From what it is to how it spreads and more, get expert answers to your top flu questions. Read more How Pets Can Make You Happier & Healthier Our favorite companions, our pets, can vary but they all have one constant…unwavering love. Let’s face it. Pets are paw-some. Read more Lessons on Balanced Health from Hannah Romano, NP-C A sound mind and a strong body go hand in hand; hear from Hannah Romano, Family Nurse Practitioner, for lessons on healthy balance. Read more Don’t Stress Over Strep With higher-than-normal cases of strep throat, learn when you should (and shouldn’t) get tested, best practices for treatment, how to contain the cont... Read more Over-the-counter Diet Pills: Can They Help You Lose Weight This Holiday Season? Get the skinny on the effectiveness and safety of non-prescription diet pills and supplements. Read more The Good, the Bad and the Bacteria When is it appropriate to use antibiotics and when should you stay away from them? Read more Let's Talk About Breast Cancer NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Get Clear Answers to Your Top Mammogram Questions While not the highlight of anyone’s day, Mammograms are an important part of your health journey. Read more How Are Books Related to Better Health? Ross Sheline, MD Has the Story Get his take on the link between reading and family medicine. Read more Are you Ready for the Back to School Season? AFM is here to cover all of the bases for you and your family. While you might have all of the supplies the teachers requested, is your kid prepared f... Read more Water Safety Tips for Lake Life and Tubing the Poudre Colorado may be land-locked, but with lakes like Boyd, reservoirs like Horsetooth, and waterslides like the Poudre River, there’s no shortage of optio... Read more 2019 Saturday Well Child Clinics Make sure your child is ready for the first day of school by visiting a well-child clinic. Read more Primary Care, Urgent Care, or Emergency Room? Making the right choice about where to go for medical care is important – both for your health and for your wallet. Read more Diabetes and Hypertension Many people with diabetes struggle with hypertension, or high blood pressure. Learn about the impacts to your health when these conditions coexist, an... Read more Flu and Pneumonia Immunizations for Patients with Diabetes Flu and pneumonia vaccines are critical for many populations. However, the flu and pneumonia are especially risky for people with diabetes and other f... Read more Recommended Lab Work and Other Exams for Diabetes The American Diabetes Association recommends that a person with diabetes stay up to date on the following to ensure that diabetes and its associated c... Read more How to Prevent Kidney Disease When You Have Diabetes Protect your kidneys – and your quality of life – by managing your blood sugar levels. Read more The Gardens on Spring Creek Are Expanding Their Sanctuary for Nature, Education – and Bikes If you’re not familiar with The Gardens on Spring Creek, do yourself a gigantic favor and get to know this FoCo oasis of nature, plants, education, an... Read more Born for the Wild: Zach Devilbiss, DO Answers the Call for Adventure Dr. Zachary Devilbiss has an intrepid inclination for adventure. As an avid outdoorsman and full-scope family physician, he’s finding plenty of it in ... Read more Walking in a “Windsor” Wonderland – Join AFM for Local Holiday Fun Having served the town of Windsor for the past 12 years, Associates in Family Medicine has come to know and love this close-knit community – a place t... Read more Holiday Traditions That Bring People Together (And Why It’s Not All About the Food) The holiday season is upon us! And with it comes a flood of fond traditions to celebrate with the people we love. Read more The Gardens on Spring Creek Five-acre Expansion (and Why We Can’t Stop Talking About It) For more than a decade, The Gardens on Spring Creek has been a special place where people of all ages can visit, explore, and learn – connecting with ... Read more From the Office to the Outdoors, David Jung, MD Never Stops Exploring While Iowa native Dr. David Jung might humbly characterize himself as “a simple man,” his interests and pursuits in both his personal and professional... Read more It’s Harvest Time! Where to Go for Fresh, Healthy Foods in Northern Colorado It’s harvest season, and there’s no better time to get out and reap the benefits of fresh, healthy foods. We’ve all heard the old saying, “You are wha... Read more AFM Announces Plans for 14,200-Square-Foot Medical Facility and Urgent Care in Windsor Northern Colorado-based medical practice Associates in Family Medicine announces plans for a newly constructed medical facility in Windsor, which is s... Read more [Infographic] Your Northern Colorado Hiking Toolkit Whether you’re a hardcore hiker with summit ambition to spare, a casual mountainside meanderer looking for new treks, or an outdoor enthusiast seeking... Read more The Shingrix Vaccine: What You Need To Know Due to the high levels of demand for the Shingrix vaccine, there have been order limits implemented and providers and pharmacies are experiencing ship... Read more Be Heard in Your Health Empowerment in your health is important, and engaging in meaningful conversations about it is a valuable way to voice your thoughts and gain insight i... Read more Summer Saturday Well-Child Visits Beat the back-to-school rush! We are offering convenient Saturday well-child appointments at three of our locations this summer! Read more Love Your Lunch! Secrets to a Healthy, Home-Packed Meal With ever increasing demands for our time and attention combined with widespread availability of convenience & fast foods, it can be tempting to skip ... Read more The Importance of Primary Care Access (and 5 Helpful Tips for Your Family) Healthcare access is a trending topic on a large national scale, but it’s a necessary conversation on a smaller, local level too. At AFM we typically ... Read more Associates In Family Medicine Earns National Recognition For Patient-Centered Care Associates in Family Medicine has received Level 3 NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Recognition for using... Read more 4 Habits for a Healthy Heart In Northern Colorado, we are extremely fortunate to have beautiful weather to call us outdoors, access to local farms and fresh produce, and bike trai... Read more Ring in the holiday season & see Santa at Fort Collins' own Garden of Lights On December 3 and 16, join Associates in Family Medicine for one of Fort Collins’ brightest holiday traditions — the annual Garden of Lights celebrati... Read more 5 Ways Being Grateful Makes You a Healthier, Happier Person While Mary Poppins believed in “a spoonful of sugar,” we’re in support of an alternative method to “help the medicine go down”: acts of gratitude. Pra... Read more From Pages to Patients, Physician Assistant Amy Patrick Loves a Good Story Amy Patrick has no shortage of activity in her life. From treating patients to hiking, skiing, and backcountry camping, this busy physician assistant,... Read more Diabetes Printed Resources Learn more about: Carb & Calorie Counting, Cookbooks & Recipes, Exercise and Weight Control, and Meal Planning & Nutrition! Read more Diabetes Online Resources Below are some apps for Android and/or iPhone as well as some online resources that you may find helpful for weight loss, tracking blood sugars, meal ... Read more Stress Reduction Tips Stress is a different experience for each of us and can have both mental and physical affects. Here are some tips to consider when trying to manage yo... Read more Managing Depression Depression can happen to anyone – and does happen to one in four of us over our lifetimes. Different factors that make depression more likely include ... Read more Living with a Chronic Illness Living with a chronic condition can have a substantial impact on your day-to-day emotions and overall mental health. It’s important to obtain the reso... Read more Hidden Carbs and Calories In Sweetened Beverages Having sweetened beverages throughout the day can quickly add extra sugar and calories to your daily recommended amounts. As a result, people who drin... Read more Carbohydrate Counting In a Nutshell Carbohydrate counting is a method of calculating the grams of carbohydrates you consume in your meals and snacks. It can help you manage your blood gl... Read more Healthy & Simple 15 gram Carb Snacks Find some great new low-carb snacks to help you out throughout day! Read more Reading a Nutrition Label Learning how to read a food label can help you manage your calorie, sodium, carb, and fat intake. On a whole, it is a great tool to help you make heal... Read more Meal Planning: The Plate Method A diabetes meal plan can help guide you through how much and what kinds of food you can choose to eat for meals and snacks. Creating a meal plan that ... Read more Physical Activity and Exercise Being physically active and getting enough exercise is important for everyone, but especially if you have diabetes. Exercise has so many health benefi... Read more Diabetes and Alcohol Use Have you wondered how alcohol can affect diabetes? Many people with diabetes can tolerate small to moderate amounts of alcohol, but it’s best to consu... Read more Traveling With Diabetes Having Diabetes shouldn’t stop you from doing the things you want to do. Keeping your diabetes in stable control will help with being able to Suitcas... Read more Tips For Eating Out With Diabetes While most people with diabetes understand the importance of eating food prepared at home where you can control the portions and amount of sugar used,... Read more Party Survival Tips We all love parties – the friends, the fun, the FOOD. But how can you survive the holiday party season without packing on the extra pounds? By followi... Read more A1c/eAG explained From the American Diabetes Association: What is an A1C? The A1C is a blood glucose test that may also be reported as estimated average blood glucose (... Read more Hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) with diabetes What to know about high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) when living with diabetes:What is hyperglycemia? Read more Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) with diabetes What to know about low (hypoglycemia) blood sugar when living with diabetes: What is hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)? Read more Diabetes and Dental Hygiene Diabetes increases risk of tooth decay, early gum disease (gingivitis) and late gum disease (periodontitis.) Gum disease can also cause higher blood ... Read more Sick Days – With Diabetes Here are some quick tips on how to manage your diabetes when you're feeling down and out. Read more Tips for Healthy Feet With Diabetes Foot care is important because diabetes can impair circulation and/or cause nerve damage and loss of sensation, which can lead to problems such as inf... Read more Dr. Bryan Reider Helps Patients Power On Colorado-born-and-bred Dr. Bryan Reider lives, works, and plays by the Spartan motto: “Commit. Be Fit. Do Work.” His love of a good challenge, not to ... Read more You have a positive pregnancy test – now what? Come in for an outpatient pregnancy test! We like to have you come in for a urine pregnancy test so we can get you set up for the care you need right ... Read more AFM Cultivates Healthier Communities Through Fort Collins Farm Weekend At Associates in Family Medicine, we’ve always known that healthy communities don’t just happen. They require planning, support, and action. Which is ... Read more Eye Care with Diabetes Tips for maintaining healthy eyes and vision with diabetes. Aim to keep both your blood sugar levels and your blood pressure under control. Complete a... Read more From Patient Relationships to Picturesque Paintings, Dr. Tom Nevrivy is Called to Create While the study of medicine requires hefty doses of science, the practice of medicine is in many ways an art. Just ask Dr. Tom Nevrivy, veteran family... Read more AFM + CSU = Same compassionate care, new convenient location At Associates in Family Medicine, we take pride in cultivating community-centered care, which is why we’re excited to bring our services to an expandi... Read more Heirloom Tomato Salad Don’t be fooled by the gnarly appearance of these oddly shaped tomatoes. With 40 percent of your daily vitamin C requirement, heirloom tomatoes pack q... Read more For Dr. Johns, Giving and Guiding Go Hand in Hand When you first encounter Dr. Stacie Johns, a few things really stand out about this seasoned family physician: her warm smile, personable nature, and ... Read more What About Beer Keep health conditions at bay with a pint (or two) a day. “Mary Poppins” taught us that “a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down.” But sugar’s ... Read more Whole Health Initiative Associates in Family Medicine (AFM) has always made it a point to treat the whole person—body and mind. We’ve never been fans of slapping a Band-Aid o... Read more In Step with Kristina Sandstedt, PA For physician assistant Kristina Sandstedt, the words of the late great American psychologist Abraham Maslow pretty much sum up her philosophy on life... Read more AFM builds more than relationships Like good health, one of the other factors that can play a large role in someone’s well-being involves having a place to call home. Read more An Unbridled Conversation with Lindsay Conway, NP When asked what she would be if she weren’t a nurse practitioner, horse enthusiast Lindsay Conway can hardly rein in her excitement. “Well, if I could... Read more Whole Health Initiative Associates in Family Medicine (AFM) has always made it a point to treat the whole person—body and mind. We’ve never been fans of slapping a Band-Aid o... Read more Once again, we’re list-worthy! File this under “Things we already know but never tire of hearing,” kind of like when your test results come back and your cholesterol has dropped aga... Read more A Deeper Dive With Dr. Mellyna McGlothlin For Dr. Mellyna McGlothlin, life has been an ebb-and-flow journey of tough currents and smooth seas. Yet from her early years growing up in Brazil (an... Read more Join AFM and Santa for Holiday Fun at the Gardens on Spring Creek On December 3 and 18, join Associates in Family Medicine for one of Northern Colorado’s best holiday traditions—the annual Garden of Lights celebratio... Read more Halloween 2016 at the Gardens on Spring Creek We were spellbound by the magical amusement and bewitching backdrop of the Halloween Enchanted Garden at the Gardens on Spring Creek! Our amazing volu... Read more Small Steps Can Make Big Differences. Just Ask Dr. Rellas. The pounding of cleats on the grass, the swish of the net as the ball soars past the goalie, and the deafening cheers of the home stadium. These are s... Read more For Dr. Schrunk, the Journey Is Always Worthwhile They say it’s all about the journey, not the destination. We say that the destination is still worth celebrating—especially when it involves having a ... Read more Photos and Fun at the Food Truck Rally NewsJun 8, 20... Read more A Kick Start to Fall at Nature’s Harvest Fest Autumn was definitely in the air this past weekend at the Gardens on Spring Creek Nature’s Harvest Fest. AFM loved taking part in this local celebrati... Read more We Say Cheers to Craft Beers and Local Foods AFM closed out August with amazing foods and expertly paired beers at the Garden a’Fare Beer Tour at the Gardens on Spring Creek. We enjoyed an evenin... Read more August Farmers' Market 2016 Last week we had a great time out in the sun at the Harmony Farmers’ Market. Our chefs, Vanessa Schmidt, Dr. Dave Schmidt, and Cate Withrow (Dr. Morga... Read more Fresh Peach Salsa NewsJun 8, 20... Read more A Fancy a'Fare Indeed Recently AFM was at the Garden a’Fare wine tour at the Gardens on Spring Creek. We had a grand time eating fantastic food from some of Fort Collins’ f... Read more Cherry Heirloom Bruschetta With Garlic-Herb Artichoke Cream Cheese Though small, cherry heirloom tomatoes pack a big punch, with exceptional antioxidant qualities plus vitamin B-6 to support cognitive development and ... Read more Reasons to Love Lavender It’s well known that lavender’s pleasing aroma can help calm the mind, but did you know that this fragrant herb can also soothe the stomach? With poly... Read more Moroccan Couscous With Pineapple Mint and Gooseberries Besides being tart, tasty treats, gooseberries boast impressive health benefits too. Just one cup of these delectable berries supplies up to 55 percen... Read more Shrimp Spring Rolls With Garden Fresh Bell Peppers With plenty of vitamin C to power your immune system and the rich antioxidant properties of beta-carotene, bell peppers are a low-calorie veggie you c... Read more Summer Beet and Cucumber Gazpacho NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Basil Pesto If your busy schedule has you stressed, turn to basil to help calm you down. It just so happens that this flavorful herb contains powerful phytochemic... Read more The Garden a'Fare Wine Tour Summer is in full bloom, and so are The Gardens on Spring Creek! AFM is excited to sponsor this year’s Garden a’Fare Wine Tour, an event featuring fre... Read more July 2016 Farmers' Markets If there is one thing that Team AFM loves more than a healthy lifestyle, it's wholesome cooking! Our Grilled Apricots With Goat Cheese and Balsamic Re... Read more Grilled Apricots With Goat Cheese and Balsamic Reduction and Almonds Delivering 13 percent of your daily vitamin A value in just one serving, apricots are small but mighty! Turn to this tasty fruit for powerful antioxid... Read more Cucumber Feta Salad With Red Onions and Mint NewsJun 8, 20... Read more What’s the Story on Dr. Prows? He’s Glad You Asked! When it comes to spinning a good yarn, few physicians can compare to Dr. Joseph Prows, a family physician with an amazing appreciation for stories. Wh... Read more Along for the Ride With Dr. Rick Morgan From the first encounter with Dr. Rick Morgan, it’s clear he exudes the kind of laid-back persona and humble demeanor that make for a great doctor. An... Read more On Point with AFM Acupuncturist Eric Richards Eric Richards leads a Spartan existence. But not in the traditional sense of living a minimalist lifestyle marked by discipline and self-denial. Rathe... Read more July Farmer's Market 2016 Farmers’ markets offer a great way to get fresh food while also supporting the local community. We love that the high-quality produce, fruits, goods, ... Read more Check Out Our 2016 Volunteers! Our team at Associates in Family Medicine loves any opportunity to be an active part of the community where we live, work, and play—from events featur... Read more A Little Taste of Fort Collins' Prize Packages Associates in Family Medicine is proud to partner with great local businesses around Fort Collins to create unique prize packages to be given away at ... Read more Taste of Fort Collins 2016 The Taste of Fort Collins (TFC) is a Northern Colorado tradition—a community celebration with family friendly activities that are perfect for Northern... Read more Dr. Maes Scores Big Points With Patients Rock. Chalk. Jayhawk. From humble beginnings, these three simple words have grown into one of the most renowned collegiate chants in the world. It’s a... Read more For Dr. Palmiscno, Cooking and Caring Run in the Family When it comes to one’s health, Dr. Rochelle Palmiscno believes that what you get out of life depends largely on what you put into it. That attitude ex... Read more Hard Work Is Its Own Healthy Reward You may have heard the expression, “Hard work is its own reward,” but few individuals have taken that phrase to heart as much as Dr. Lloyd Blackler, a... Read more Veteran PA Kristen Olenic Joins the AFM Team Kristen Olenic may be new to Associates in Family Medicine, but she’s no stranger to the Northern Colorado health care community. A Certified Physicia... Read more Bike to Work Day 2016 Bike to Work Day is one of the largest events hosted by FC Bikes, the City of Fort Collins’ cycling promotion program. Bike to Work Day provides a saf... Read more Dr. McIntosh Is the Reel Deal Grandfathers are good for a lot of things, but it is well known that chief among them is teaching their grandsons how to fish. That was certainly the ... Read more Dr. Steves Enjoys Serving...In More Ways Than One Dr. Amber Steves always knew one thing growing up—she knew she wanted to help people. Not in a flashy, high-profile “look at me” manner but rather in ... Read more Dr. Wideman Takes Work-Life Balance in Stride Whatever it was, J.D. Wideman’s inclination to pursue her career in health care started at an early age. “When I was eight years old, I would walk aro... Read more CEO Dr. James Sprowell Knows About Healthy Growth Whether it’s raising fresh vegetables in his backyard garden or leading the premiere physician-owned medical group in Northern Colorado, one thing’s f... Read more Meet Office Manager Laura Carey Laura Carey has all the right ingredients to serve as the Office Manager at Associates in Family Medicine’s Foxtrail office at Centerra. A dash of ene... Read more Meet Nurse Manager Molly Wilson Molly Wilson loves variety. She gets that in abundance at Associates in Family Medicine’s urgent care office on Horsetooth Road. From the myriad of in... Read more On the Move with Duy Tran Duy Tran will tell you that a key to staying healthy is to pursue a variety of activities and interests. And if there’s one thing he knows, it’s how t... Read more A Spirited Discussion with PA Scott Astley It’s not every day you meet someone with even one passion, much less three or four. But for Physician Assistant Scott Astley, pursuing multiple intere... Read more Tour De Fat 2015 While we were in Tour De Fat we made a short time-lapse video of all the bikers that participated. Check it out! Read more Beet Bruschetta NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Open Streets, Open Smiles It was quite the event on Sunday. We had another great turn out of families of all kinds. With a plethora of bounce houses, games, live entertainment ... Read more Windsor Harvest Fest Was The Best This year's Windsor Harvest Festival was a great success. Many came out to enjoy the three-day event, and with so many activities to choose from, it w... Read more Open Streets 2015 Photos NewsJun 8, 20... Read more WOW! What the Health, NoCo! NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Health Myths There is a movement underway to change healthcare for good. People are taking control of their well-being by separating health fact from health fictio... Read more What The Health NoCo... Myth #7: Tomatoes Are Fruit, Not Vegetables According to the 1893 Supreme Court ruling in the case of Nix v. Hedden, tomatoes are vegetables. However, that ruling only applied to tax law and did... Read more Our Final Farmers' Market for 2015! All of us here at What the Health NoCo want to thank everyone for coming out and supporting the farmers' markets in Fort Collins. This last week was o... Read more Dr. Abrahamson Helps Patients Get Back in the Game “Home is where the heart is.” This expression certainly rings true for Dr. Brad Abrahamson who was born to parents stationed at an air force base in G... Read more What The Health NoCo... Myth #6: Beets Are Disgusting Debatable. But most certainly, beets can boost your energy and lower your blood pressure. A beet-rich diet can help you fight cancer, reduce arthri... Read more What The Health NoCo... Myth #5: Kale Is Not a Real Food Kale is widely regarded as one of the world’s healthiest super foods. For example, a cup of cooked kale has over 1,000% more vitamin C than a cup o... Read more NoCo USA Pro Challenge Festival Associates in Family Medicine has partnered with FCBikes and Summitview Church to sponsor this spectacular kickoff to the USA Pro Challenge. Read more What the Health NoCo... Myth #4: A Drink Every Day Promotes Good Health When it comes to alcohol, there’s good news and there’s bad news. Studies have shown that people who drink modestly tend to live longer than those who... Read more What the Health NoCo... Myth #3: Cravings Are Your Body’s Way of Telling You What You Need Cravings for sweets have nothing to do with a cocoa imbalance or a sugar deficit. So why do we crave chocolate and other sweets? Because certain foods... Read more August Food Truck Rally The last food truck rally was a blast. Lots of food to choose from and lots of good people. What the Health NoCo is heading back to Fort Collins City ... Read more Keeping it Real (Local) with Dr. Klingner There’s an old expression that goes, “When it comes to succeeding in the restaurant business, I can sum it up for you in three words…location, locatio... Read more Family Medicine Has Its “Perks” Originally from the Chicago area, Dr. David Schmidt and his wife, Vanessa, were both on the insurance broker career path when they each decided to go ... Read more Another Victory for the Food Truck Rally! Last night's food truck rally was an absolute blast. We had lots of families out and even some live music. We took some pictures; check them out below... Read more What the Health NoCo... Myth #1: Exercise Will Erase My Bad Eating Habits You can’t out-exercise a bad diet. Eating habits and portion control are key factors in any healthy lifestyle. It only takes a few moments to consume ... Read more What the Health NoCo... Myth #2: It’s Easy to Exercise Away Extra Calories Possible? Yes. Easy? No. The next time you’re at the gym, run a mile at a good clip on the treadmill. Note how many calories you burned. It’s probably... Read more July Farmers' Markets NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Farmers' Markets for August 2015! July went great, thank you guys for coming out and supporting local farmers! We hope you all come again in August and come see what else we have in st... Read more Radish Quesadillas Radishes belong to the cruciferous vegetable family (the same as broccoli and cabbage) and contain phytonutrients, fiber, vitamins, and minerals that ... Read more Beet Berry Popsicle NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Beet Spritzer Recipe NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Fort Collins Farmers' Markets Are Hot! Come Chill With Us! NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Farmers’ Markets Are Booming Farmers’ markets are one of the most exciting elements of the current food and health scene. They are a fast-growing force behind a lifestyle movement... Read more Brisket Tacos With Summer Salsa The perfect meal to make your mouth water: slow-cooker beef brisket and crunchy fruit salsa! Read more Drake Road Farmers' Market Last Saturday at the Drake Road Farmers’ Market on West Drake, Associates in Family Medicine and the chef from Vincent showed you how to create an ama... Read more Meet Chef Andrew Andrew Wyatt has been a chef for ten years. He got into cooking for two main reasons: the love of food and the creativity that comes from the culinary... Read more Meet The Chef at Vincent Find out a bit more about the chef at Vincent’s Heavenly Pies and Pasta! Chef Wyatt Read more Bike To Work 2015 NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Benefits of Biking to Work Read more The Vincent Pies and Pasta Experience Looking for an uncomplicated meal that doesn’t sacrifice flavor and atmosphere? Try Vincent. The newest dining experience from Brian Tessari and... Read more Fort Collins-Loveland Farmers' Market ow, what a great way to kick off our “What The Health, NoCo” campaign! Our booth at the Fort Collins-Loveland Farmers’ Market on Sunday was bumping al... Read more Meet Chef Graham Head Chef, Domenic’s Bistro & Wine Bar Chef Graham stumbled upon cooking when he was a young man. A friend in the industry asked him to help out a... Read more Meet Cook Aaron Pagaza Aaron Pagaza has always had an interest in food and cooking, something he attributes to his parents. “Both of my parents enjoyed cooking, so I learned... Read more The Domenic's Dining Experience Looking for a dining experience that will provide something far from the usual? Try Domenic’s. As Brian Tessari’s first creation in 2003, ... Read more Meet the Chefs at Domenic's Have you ever wondered how chef’s choose their occupation? Here at Domenic’s Bistro we have the inside scoop you’ll want to read abo... Read more Enjoy Your Commute! Don’t let Bike to Work Day pass you on the left! Saddle up and head to work on Wednesday, June 24. Join AFM and thousands of other biking enthusiasts ... Read more There Is a Movement Underway There is a movement underway that has the potential to change healthcare for good. People are taking control of their health by seeking out and suppor... Read more Nobody Does It Fresher We all know that when it comes to local, you can't beat the fresh produce from a farmers' market to fuel a healthy Northern Colorado lifestyle. Associ... Read more The Skinny on Fat Seems like almost every day the pendulum swings from “fat is bad” to “fat is good” and back to “Well, it depends…” Here’s some recent thinking that ma... Read more What About Beer? Here in Northern Colorado, we love our beer. Fat beers, skinny beers, beers with full-on hops. You name it, we’ve probably brewed it. Enjoyed in moder... Read more Cardio vs. Anaerobic Exercise It’s a classic debate—is cardio better for you or is strength training the way to go? The good news is, you don’t have to choose. It’s both! Check out... Read more "Southwest Nacho” Pasta Salad NewsJun 8, 20... Read more Fun Bike to Work Pins Each year on the fourth Wednesday of June, FC Bikes hosts its signature Bike Month event: Bike to Work Day (BTWD). Read more
