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Join us on Wednesday, April 22 at 5:30pm at our Highland Park location, 799 Central Ave., Suite 100 for Dr. Suzi Siegel’s discussion about “Healthy Aging-Beyond Exercise ...

A "perspective statement" by an OMA working group focuses on the use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) at doses much lower than those studied and ...

At Forward Focus the philosophy is clear: health care should be proactive, personal, and rooted in prevention. At Crown Dental Club, we share that same belief. And one of ...

“It’s just a little tightness.” That’s what most people tell themselves when their shoulder aches after a workout or their back feels stiff at the end of a long day. It’s ...

Have you ever wondered... What meditation is, actually? How does one practice mindfulness? Is the pace of mind and body really controllable? Can stillness be achieved ...

Most of us are taught to treat anxiety like a stop sign. Your heart speeds up before a presentation, a first conversation, or a new opportunity, and your mind immediately ...

Forward Focus Concierge Medicine is proud to announce that Dr. Michael B. Kraft has been recognized as a 2025 Castle Connolly Top Doctor. This national recognition ...

In many ways, Dr. Gary Schaffel's path as a physician has mirrored the rhythm of a well-played song- energetic, soulful, and inspired. From his early days in medicine to ...

Working with your physical therapist to get back to what you love to do. What do Plantar Fasciitis, Sciatica and Rotator Cuff Tears have in common? Most of us have either ...

It’s that time again: the familiar trope of “new year, new me.” Many of us start the year by reflecting on the past 12 months and setting resolutions for the next. Yet ...

Join us on Wednesday, January 28 at 5:30pm CST in person at the new Forward Focus Concierge Medicine Highland Park facility, 799 Central Ave., where our very own, Dr ...

"Walking your way to better health all year long." Our Walking Club is back by popular demand with a twist. We have added an Indoor Walking Club component. We will have ...

We are fortunate to have Dr. Martha Twaddle and Rabbi Steven Lowenstein team up to talk with us on Wednesday, November 5, via a webinar from 5:30-6:30 pm CST. They will ...

Diabetes is a serious medical condition that affects an increasing number of people in America. It is present in approximately 11% of the population. It is the 8th ...

Who is Smriti Goel, MD? A long-time resident of Deerfield, Smriti Goel, MD, has practiced at Highland Park, Glenbrook, and Lutheran General Hospitals for many years. Dr ...

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re trying to help someone you love—someone who’s showing signs of cognitive change and resisting the help they truly need. You may ...

Want to live longer and feel better—with less reliance on meds? It’s a question that resonates with nearly everyone. In a world where prescriptions often feel like the ...

Heart Disease is the Leading Cause of Death in the United States But YOU can do many things to protect your heart, such as: 1. Increase Physical Activity Moving more can ...

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an international health campaign that’s held every October. The month aims to promote screening and prevention of the disease, which ...

Heart Month is an annual observance dedicated to raising awareness about heart health and cardiovascular diseases. It serves as a reminder to prioritize heart-healthy ...

Diabetes Facts: November is National Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country seek to bring attention to diabetes. Diabetes is a disease that occurs ...