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Your North Texas Summer Survival Guide

Summer is here! School is out, the days are long, and the pools are open.  Make the most of this summer with your family by keeping everyone safe and healthy.  From the physicians of Privia Medical Group North Texas, here are some tips on staying safe and healthy this summer. Protect Yourself from the Texas

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June is Men’s Health Month

June is Men’s Health Month, a time to raise awareness about health issues that affect men and underscore the importance of regular check-ups and health screenings.  “Men are more prone to ignoring their symptoms and avoiding checkups and screenings,” says Dr. Raymond Blair, a family practice physician in Ennis.  “We tend to focus on how

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Allergies & Asthma: Awareness and Treatment

The weather is warmer, flowers are blooming and the days are getting longer – it’s springtime in Texas, which means your allergies may be flaring up! In addition, if you suffer from asthma, it may be triggered more often this time of year.  May is National Allergy and Asthma Awareness Month, a good time to

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Hernia Awareness

Hernias are a common and treatable condition.  There are several different types of hernias, which most often occur between the chest and hips.  A hernia occurs when an internal organ protrudes through the abdominal wall, often creating a noticeable bulge.  Privia Medical Group North Texas general surgeons provide hernia repair treatment throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth

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Top Doctors 2025: 47 PMGNTX Physicians Receive Honors

The 2025 Fort Worth Magazine “Top Doctors” issue has hit the newsstands, and once again, Privia Medical Group North Texas (PMGNTX) physicians are featured prominently on the list.  This year, 47 PMGNTX doctors received the prestigious recognition, continuing the group’s long-standing tradition of having significant representation on the list. “PMGNTX is in the business of

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Celebrating 30 Years of Privia Medical Group North Texas

“We doctor folks.” For three decades, that’s been the fundamental underpinning of Privia Medical Group North Texas (PMGNTX).  And it’s the first thing Dr. Larry Tatum, the former longtime president and CEO of the group says when asked what he is most proud of when reflecting on the last 30 years – the bottom line

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Who’s Who on Your Health Care Team

When you go to your doctor’s office, you know you will interact with a lot of people during your visit.  There are the folks who check you in, the person who calls you back and takes your vitals, the people who help with your lab work and those who check you out.  Depending on your

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Childhood Obesity: A Serious Health Threat

Childhood obesity is a serious health threat that affects a growing number of American children and teenagers.  A condition that can lead to lifelong negative health ramifications, childhood obesity must be diagnosed and treated by a pediatrician, in partnership with the child’s parents and family.  “In children, as with adults, obesity increases risk for many

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Prioritizing Mental Wellness

If you or anyone you know is experiencing thoughts of self-harm or suicide, seek help immediately.  Call 911 or call or text 988.  The 988 Lifeline is a free, confidential resource for people who need help. Just like we need to take care of our bodies to stay healthy, it’s just as important to be