WebMD
A searchable website that has patient information about many
health problems.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The official site of the CDC in the Department of Health and
Human Services. Besides general health information, it has up-to-
date information on worldwide epidemics. The “Travelers Health”
link on the main page is the most authoritative source for disease
prevention for Americans traveling abroad. It's the site Dr. Fuchs
uses before his patients travel to assure that they receive the
appropriate vaccinations, medications, and advice.
American Diabetes Association
Over 20 million Americans (including many of Dr. Fuchs's patients)
have diabetes. The disease can have serious long term
consequences but they can be prevented with meticulous care
from the physician and healthy lifestyle choices by the patient.
The ADA website has useful information about diet, exercise, and
diabetes management.
U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
The USPSTF is an independent panel of experts in primary care and
prevention that systematically reviews the evidence of effectiveness
and develops recommendations for clinical preventive services.
Unlike many professional associations, this panel is entirely free
from commercial bias and evaluates various preventive health
services based on only the scientific evidence. If you're wondering
what preventive tests or treatments have been proven to work,
this is your most reliable source.
American Board of Internal Medicine
Is your doctor board certified in internal medicine? Check here.
Medical Board of California
Is your doctor licensed to practice in California? Has the medical
board disciplined him or her? Check here.
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
A guide to one of the nation's top medical facilities, where
Dr. Fuchs is a member of the medical staff.
