Beat the back-to-school rush
July 15th, 2010 | Posted in: Healthy dose of news
With the back-to-school sport season and required school record updates, August typically is a busy time at doctor’s offices. Beat the rush by bringing your kids in now for their checkups, shots, and physicals. Remember, we have post-5pm appointments on Tuesdays for working parents.
Where do you land in American health statistics?
June 17th, 2010 | Posted in: Healthy dose of news
A U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention survey found both positive and disturbing trends about American’s health. When it comes down to it, you are responsible for your health; we commit to either help get you – or keep you – on the healthy side of the statistics. Where do you fit in? More [...]
Proud to support Little League and Fairview Cheer Squad
March 20th, 2010 | Posted in: Healthy dose of news
Part of our mission at BPFP is to support the local community. We’re thrilled to have signed on as a sponsor of the South Boulder Little League and Fairview High Cheerleaders. Keeping kids active while having fun is an important start to a lifelong healthy lifestyle. No matter what your age, find a sport or [...]
Thanks to our artist friends
February 23rd, 2010 | Posted in: Healthy dose of news
When you visit our office, you may notice the original artwork throughout the space. We strive to create a welcoming, comforting atmosphere, and the artwork we have encourages that feeling. We thank our artist friends Gretchen Dobbels, Lesa Filius, Sarah Mackenzie and our very own Doreen Edelstein for sharing their creative work with us.
Super Bowl Ticker Trouble
February 4th, 2010 | Posted in: Healthy dose of news
A 2009 study published in the American Journal of Cardiology showed that an increase in heart attacks occurred in fans of the losing team on Super Bowl Sunday and for 2 weeks afterward. Stress, eating poorly and too much alcohol were likely culprits. Guys, when was the last time you had a physical? Call for [...]
Medicare accepted
January 6th, 2010 | Posted in: Healthy dose of news
Boulder Peak Family Practice is one of the few primary care providers in Boulder to accept Medicare. If you or someone you know is searching for a new health home, we’re here for you. To your health!
Reminder: health savings plan about to expire?
December 9th, 2009 | Posted in: Healthy dose of news
Be sure to check with your employer about any balance remaining in your 2009 health savings account (or “cafeteria plan”). Now may be the time to get a physical, take care of that nagging ache, or have a suspicious mole examined.
Hello ladies and germs
October 27th, 2009 | Posted in: Healthy dose of news
I read a book about germs to a 1st grade class at Creekside Elementary. The kids, as expected, loved to hear about good and bad germs and how they make us sick. There’s a good lesson for all of us in this children’s book; wash your hands frequently, and use hand sanitizer if soap and [...]
Flu doesn’t work on a schedule
October 13th, 2009 | Posted in: Healthy dose of news
If you need to see a doctor outside of our normal office hours, we can help. We offer lunchtime and late appointments on Tuesdays, and can work with you on other appointment times that meet your needs. Call us at 303-543-1111.
Ready to ride (or kick or run or ski)
September 4th, 2009 | Posted in: Healthy dose of news
Get ready for the fall and winter sports seasons now. Email a request for an appointment for pre-season checkups, school sport physicals, or lingering injury consultations.