VM Med Publications

Published Blog Articles (56)

• 3 Ways to Boost Your Vitamin D Levels This Winter Information center / General health / Lifestyle / Prevention / Science / Senior health / Women's health
• A DNA blood test predicts which breast-cancer treatment will work best for patients Information center / Breast cancer / Cancer / Science / Women's health
• Are MRI and CT scans covered by RAMQ at VM Med? - VM Med As a private clinic, VM Med operates outside the public system to provide faster service. Our fees are paid out-of-pocket, ensuring you bypass the public waitli…
• News News Categories
• Busting brain myths: The evolving story of menopause hormone therapy & cognitive health Information center / Dementia / Gynecology / Medicine / Prevention / Science / Women's health
• Do I need a referral to book an appointment at VM Med’s Radiology Center? - VM Med A referral is required to book an appointment at our private Radiology Center. You can find the referral form here , or you can upload an existing referral when…
• Do I need a referral to see a gynecologist at VM Med? - VM Med A referral is not required to see a gynecologist at VM Med. You can book an appointment by calling the clinic or completing an online inquiry at https://www.vmm…
• Do I need a referral to see a thyroid specialist at VM Med? - VM Med A referral is not required to see a thyroid specialist at VM Med. You can book an appointment by calling the clinic or completing an online inquiry at https://w…
• What Does a Doctor of Family Medicine Do? (And Why You Need One) There’s more to family medicine than treating you when you’re sick.
• Cassandre Benay Doctors / Cassandre Benay
• Gail Goldman Doctors / Gail Goldman
• David Salgado Doctors / David Salgado
• Dawn Anderson Doctors / Dawn Anderson
• Gerry N. Polyhronopoulos Doctors / Gerry N. Polyhronopoulos
• Jeanne Bouteaud Doctors / Jeanne Bouteaud
• Karina Bukhanov Doctors / Karina Bukhanov
• Laura Robb Doctors / Laura Robb
• Joseph Chebib Doctors / Joseph Chebib
• Lorraine Dontigny Doctors / Lorraine Dontigny
• John R. Keyserlingk Doctors / John R. Keyserlingk
• Mordechai Rehany Doctors / Mordechai Rehany
• Naim Otaky Doctors / Naim Otaky
• Pershang Ghaderi Doctors / Pershang Ghaderi
• Sarah Bachand Doctors / Sarah Bachand
• Tan-Trao Phi Doctors / Tan-Trao Phi
• Does VM Med perform STI screening? - VM Med Yes, we offer STI screenings for women at VM Med. Please submit an inquiry via our web form .
• Does VM Med perform HPV screening? - VM Med Yes, you can get tested for HPV at VM Med. Please submit an inquiry via our web form .
• Fitness: Hitting the weights now reduces risk of osteoarthritis later Information center / General health / Osteoporosis / Prevention / Science / Senior health / Women's health
• How Holiday Stress Can Impact Women’s Hormones The holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year, but for many women, it can also be the most stressful. Between managing family obligations, preparing…
• Morris Browman Doctors / Morris Browman
• How can I see a doctor quickly in Montreal? - VM Med The fastest way to see a physician is through a private center like VM Med. By filling out our online form , you can bypass months of public wait times and secu…
• How long does it take to receive my radiology results? - VM Med Once your exam is complete, your results will be processed promptly and sent directly to your referring doctor within 48 hours.
• How much does a gynecology appointment cost at VM Med? - VM Med Our private Gynecology Centre offers various appointment types. Our team will be happy to share pricing with you once the required appointment type is confirmed…
• How long is the wait for a Family Medicine appointment at VM Med in Montreal? - VM Med In the public system, wait times can range from weeks to several months. At VM Med, we typically offer next-day appointments to ensure you get the care and answ…
• How much is an appointment at VM Med’s Family Medicine Centre? - VM Med Our Family Medicine Centre offers different types of appointments. Our team will be happy to share pricing with you once the required appointment type is confir…
• How quickly can I get a gynecology appointment at VM Med? - VM Med Prompt appointments are readily available at VM Med’s Gynecology Center. Please call the clinic or fill out our form , and our team will get in contact with you…
• I am claustrophobic; can I still get an MRI at VM Med? - VM Med Yes. VM Med is equipped with a wide, open bore MRI, designed to make patients who may feel claustrophobic more comfortable.
• Is it safe to have an MRI if I have metal implants or a pacemaker? - VM Med You need to advise the clinic if you have any metal on your person before scheduling an MRI. Depending on the nature and location of your implant, it may not be…
• Is surgery performed at the VM Med medical center or at a hospital? - VM Med Comprehensive evaluations are performed on site by experienced surgeons, with results available within 72 hours. If surgery is required, your procedure will be …
• Is VM Med covered by RAMQ? - VM Med As a private clinic, VM Med operates outside the public system to provide faster service. Our fees are paid out-of-pocket, ensuring you bypass the public waitli…
• Is your diet causing UTIs? Here’s how it may be at fault Information center / General health / Gynecology / Lifestyle / Prevention / Science / Women's health
• Mediterranean diet associated with lower risk of stroke in women Information center / Breast cancer / Cancer / General health / Lifestyle / Prevention / Science / Senior health / Women's health
• Thyroid or Menopause? How to Tell What’s Causing Your Symptoms You’re experiencing hot flashes, unexpected weight changes, mood swings, sleep disruption, and persistent fatigue. Is it menopause? Is it your thyroid? For many…
• PCOS, which affects millions of women, is now known as PMOS. Why the renaming is important Information center / Gynecology / Science / Women's health
• Perimenopause nearly doubles women’s odds of poor heart health Information center / General health / Prevention / Science / Senior health / Women's health
• Sleep loss rewires the brain for cravings and weight gain Information center / General health / Lifestyle / Mental health / Prevention / Science / Senior health / Thyroid / Women's health
• STI, HPV, and PAP Testing: What is the Difference? If you’ve ever sat in a doctor’s office wondering what the difference is between a PAP test, an HPV test, and an STI test, you’re not alone. These terms come up…
• Three in four women unaware menopause can trigger new mental illness, poll finds Information center / General health / Mental health / Prevention / Science / Senior health / Women's health
• What are the benefits of a private medical clinic? - VM Med The primary benefits are speed, access to specialized technology, and a higher standard of personalized patient care. At VM Med, we focus on reducing patient an…
• What doctors wish patients knew about healthy New Year’s resolutions Information center / Cancer / General health / Lifestyle / Mental health / Prevention / Radiology / Science / Senior health / Thyroid / Women's health
• What is included in a gynecology appointment at VM Med? - VM Med An appointment with a VM Med gynecologist includes a consultation with the specialist in addition to ultrasound imaging and lab tests (such as HPV) depending on…
• What is the wait time for medical imaging in Montreal? - VM Med In the public system, wait times can range from weeks to several months. At VM Med, we typically offer appointments within 24 to 48 hours of receiving the reque…
• What is the difference between an HPV screening and a Pap Test? - VM Med While both tests are done by taking a sample of cells from the cervix, the HPV test looks for high-risk HPV strains that are more likely to cause cervical cance…
• What is included in an appointment with a thyroid specialist? - VM Med An appointment with a VM Med thyroid specialist includes a consultation and imaging (ultrasound) depending on the demographics of the patient and their clinical…
• When and how do I get the results of gynecological exams done at VM Med? - VM Med Results of gynecological exams will be ready and shared with you within the same appointment. If additional tests are requested, this can be scheduled on-site a…
• Why home cooking can help cut your dementia risk Information center / Dementia / Lifestyle / Prevention / Science / Senior health / Women's health