You are the only person who lives in your body. You are the only person who can choose healthy habits to live longer with better quality.
Early detection of chronic disease is crucial but can be difficult if you do not have ready access to a primary care doctor for guidance regarding preventative services. So how can you take charge of your own health?
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Log onto the HorseGrooms Community to learn how to figure out which preventative disease screenings are most applicable to you and where to order lab work.
Michele Hollis, MD, is a physician certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine who has been caring for equestrians with minor medical complaints and injuries since 2013. Based in Wellington, Florida, during the winter show season, she provides mobile medical services for equestrians through her HollisMed LLC and offers virtual consultations year-round. Michele also serves as a medical coordinator for major shows near her Virginia home, including Upperville, Capital Challenge, and the Washington International. A lifelong equestrian, she believes health care should be accessible to everyone and is passionate about helping grooms prioritize their own well-being. As she explains, “Horse grooms are marvelous caretakers for horses but often fail to remember to care for themselves. I want to help provide resources that make it easy to find answers to simple medical questions.” Michele welcomes inquiries through the HorseGrooms Community or via her website at hollismed.com.
