Dr. Douglas Severance | San Ramon | CA | Family medicine

Bio

Dr. Severance, a Sharecare Editorial Advisory Board member, is a family practice physician with a private medical practice in San Ramon, California. He is board certified by both the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Addiction Medicine. He has been medical director for several detoxification and rehabilitation programs, both inpatient and outpatient, since the 1980's, and has practiced family medicine since 1979.

Education:
• MD: Loma Linda University

Residency:
• Glendale Adventist Medical Center

Internship:
• Glendale Adventist Medical Center

Certification:
• American Board of Family Practice
• American Board of Addiction Medicine
• American Society of Addiction Medicine

Specialties:

family medicine

Location:

San Ramon, CA
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Group Memberships:

Sharecare Editorial Advisory Board

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Sharecare News posted a story about Family Medicine:

Dads Who Bond With Kids Help Keep Marriage Strong

THURSDAY, June 13 (HealthDay News) -- For dads aiming at marital bliss, a new study suggests just two factors are especially important: being engaged with the kids, for sure -- but also doing a fair share of the household chores.

In other words, just taking the children outside for a game...Full Article
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Too Little Known on How Primary Care Docs Can Prevent Child Abuse

MONDAY, June 10 (HealthDay News) -- A lack of research makes it impossible to recommend how primary care doctors can prevent abuse and neglect of children who show no signs or symptoms of maltreatment, according to a new U.S. Preventive Services Task Force statement.

"We know there are ch...Full Article
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On Aug 15
Douglas Severance answered:

Does ADHD affect women differently than men?

Women with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) display many of the standard symptoms of ADHD including inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. According to Dr. Matlen of the Attention Deficit Disorder Association, they may also experience a variety of other symptoms including... Full Post

On Jun 12, 2012
Douglas Severance answered:

What's an appropriate serving size for a toddler?

Over the past 20 years restaurants and food companies have been increasing the amount of food that is contained in a serving. These larger serving sizes are considered to a contributing factor to the rise in obesity. Interestingly, children eat more if the size of the portion on their plate... Full Post

On May 26, 2012
Douglas Severance answered:

Does atrial fibrillation come and go?

In some people, atrial fibrillation comes and goes. For instance, they may experience irregular and fast heartbeats, but by the time they get to the doctor's office, their heart rhythms are normal again. This type of atrial fibrillation is called paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. In other cases,... Full Post

On May 04, 2012
Douglas Severance answered:

Does atrial fibrillation lead to other health conditions?

Atrial fibrillation can lead to other serious problems. The biggest risk is a stroke. When you have atrial fibrillation, your heart may not be able to pump all the blood out with each beat. A small amount of blood may pool, causing a clot. If one of these clots travels to an artery in your brain... Full Post

On Apr 22, 2012
Douglas Severance answered:

Is ADD the same as ADHD?

The letters ADD and ADHD both refer to the same disorder: attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The term ADD is often used instead of ADHD because attention deficit hyperactivity disorder was once known as attention deficit disorder. In 1994 the American Psychiatric Association changed... Full Post

On Apr 18, 2012
Douglas Severance answered:

Is atrial fibrillation serious?

While atrial fibrillation is a serious condition, most people with this condition lead normal, active lives. For some, treatment can cure atrial fib and restore normal heart rhythms. Because of the increased risk of blood clots with this condition, however, there is a greater risk of stroke. Getting... Full Post

On Apr 14, 2012
Douglas Severance answered:

What is psoriasis?

Psoriasis is a skin disease that speeds up the growth of cells on the skin. A chronic or long-term disorder, psoriasis happens when the immune system gives out the wrong signals to skin cells. Although psoriasis can resemble other skin conditions, this autoimmune disease is not contagious.

There are five
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On Apr 11, 2012