A friend of mine recently asked me how I stay motivated to workout, especially during quarantine - how to avoid the "Quarantine 15." As important as exercise is for staying in shape physically, it is just as important for you to stay in shape mentally and not just when it comes to handling stress, anxiety, and/or emotions. Research has found that there is a...

Photo credit: @goodforthesoulphotoI am not a psychiatrist, I am a physiatrist. I am not a pediatrician, I am a PM&R physician. I am not a physical therapist, I am a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation doctor.Despite these common misconceptions, I love the opportunity to teach others about my medical field and why I chose it. As a small yet growing specialty,...