February Awareness Month
February is American Heart Month
The month of love is here, so it is important to remember to keep your heart healthy. February is American Heart Month, and we would like to take this opportunity to remind you about the importance of focusing on your heart health and taking steps toward a healthier future.
Did you know that heart disease affects 1 in 3 adults and causes approximately 697,000 deaths annually?
Many issues can lead to heart disease such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes. But all of these issues are manageable with lifestyle changes and regular care!
Here are some tips to help you stay healthy and take charge of your heart health:
1. Know Your Numbers: Schedule a checkup to monitor blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels.
2. Stay Active: Aim for at least 30 minutes of exercise most days of the week.
3. Eat Heart-Healthy Foods: Focus on a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins while limiting sodium, saturated fats, and added sugars.
4. Quit Smoking: If you smoke, quitting can significantly reduce your risk of heart disease.
5. Manage Stress: Practice relaxation techniques like deep breathing or meditation to lower stress levels.
At MedNOW, we offer a Home Blood Pressure Monitoring Program and provide you with a blood pressure monitor if you choose to join. You check your blood pressure daily and send us the results. We review your readings and adjust your blood pressure medication as needed. This program helps improve blood pressure control, reduces complications, and may decrease the need for office visits and their associated costs, saving you time. If you’re interested in participating, let us know!
If you would like to schedule an appointment with us, please call your MedNOW Clinic. You can also schedule an appointment by clicking the link on our website.
If you have any more questions regarding heart health and heart disease, the CDC
provides excellent information. If you need assistance scheduling your appointment, call your MedNOW clinic. Our staff members are always willing to help!
We are excited to introduce Dr. Sean Kark, DO, who has recently joined the MedNOW Clinics team as a Family Physician. Dr. Kark is passionate about building strong, collaborative relationships with his patients and believes in shared decision-making to create personalized treatment plans that help prevent disease and support lifelong health. His approach to care emphasizes open communication and viewing each patient from both a medical and psychosocial perspective, recognizing how these factors work together to influence overall well-being. Dr. Kark’s goal is to partner with you in maintaining optimal health at every stage of life. Outside of medicine, Dr. Kark enjoys playing guitar, traveling, and spending time with his nieces and nephews. He also loves exploring Colorado’s outdoors through biking and hiking. We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Kark to MedNOW and know that his compassionate, comprehensive approach will be a valuable addition to your healthcare experience. If you would like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kark, please contact our Greenwood Village clinic at, or you can schedule an appointment online by clicking the link below. Greenwood Village Sincerely, MedNOW Clinics
We’d like to take a moment to remind you that MedNOW is proud to offer chiropractic care at our Colorado Springs clinic with Dr. Calli Terrell, DC. Dr. Calli earned her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from UCCS and her Doctorate in Chiropractic from Parker University in Dallas, Texas. She has worked with patients of all ages—from just 2 months old to 92 years young—and brings a wealth of experience in helping with chronic pain, Ehlers-Danlos, migraines, extremity pain, and more. For patients who prefer a gentler technique, Dr. Calli is Advanced Activator Certified , offering specialized care tailored to your needs. Beyond her professional expertise, she enjoys hiking through national and state parks and spending time crocheting creative projects. If you’ve been considering chiropractic care, we encourage you to schedule a visit with Dr. Calli at our Colorado Springs location. She looks forward to supporting you on your journey to better health and comfort. To book an appointment, please call our Colorado Springs clinic at (719) 634-8891, or you can schedule online by using the link below. MedNOW Colorado Springs
We would like to inform our Lakewood patients that Jessica Martinez, FNP-BC, will be departing MedNOW Clinics effective August 29, 2025. We are grateful for the compassionate care she has provided for our patients during her time here and wish her all the best in her future endeavors. To ensure your care continues without interruption, we are pleased to introduce Ti Bui, FNP, who will be taking over as your primary provider. Originally from Houston, Texas, Ti is a dedicated nurse practitioner with over five years of nursing experience in cardiology, medical-surgical, and transplant care. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of the Incarnate Word and went on to complete her Doctor of Nursing Practice with a specialization in Family Practice at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. Driven by a passion to reduce preventable hospitalizations and empower patients, Ti believes in a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care. She emphasizes education and shared decision-making, ensuring you are equipped with the tools and knowledge to live a healthier, more fulfilling life. She believes the best outcomes are achieved when patients are seen as the center of the healthcare team, with their goals and preferences guiding the care plan. Outside of work, Ti enjoys golfing, hiking, exploring new restaurants, and spending time with her husband and their two Boston Terriers, Tofu and Po. We are confident that you will be in excellent hands with Ti, and we look forward to continuing to support your health and wellness. If you have any questions about this transition or wish to schedule your next appointment, please contact our Lakewood office.