#doctors on maui

Ask a Maui Doctor: What is Occupational Medicine?

There are now many more types of people who are part of a team of professionals whose focus is on the health and well-being of the employee.

Ask a Maui Doctor: Should I See a Doctor if I Have Stomach Flu?

Stomach flu is not a type of flu at all, but inflammation of the lining of the intestines that is usually caused by virus or bacteria.

Ask a Maui Doctor: Will Going Vegetarian Lower My Cholesterol?

Vegetarian diets, including total vegetarian or vegan diets, are healthful, nutritionally adequate, and may provide health benefits in the prevention and treatment of certain diseases.

Ask a Maui Doctor: How Much Should I Exercise a Day?

As a general goal, aim for at least 30 minutes of physical activity every day. If you want to lose weight or meet specific fitness goals, you may need to exercise more.

Ask a Maui Doctor: What Should I Do If I Step on Wana?

Sea urchins found in Hawai‘i do not contain poison that could be deadly to humans and most sea urchin spines do not need surgical removal.

Ask a Maui Doctor: How Much Poke is Too Much?

Q: I love eating poke but what is the limit on eating seafood to avoid the risk of mercury poison?

Ask a Maui Doctor: How Often Should I Get my Skin Checked?

How often should I get my skin checked living in Hawaiʻi? Are certain people more at risk than others for skin cancer?

Ask a Maui Doctor: How Can I Control VOG Symptoms?

The VOG has been so bad lately, what are the side effects and how can I control my symptoms?

Ask a Maui Doctor: How Can I Prevent Diabetes?

Hawaiʻi ranks as one of the highest states for diabetes. What are some ways to control or prevent diabetes in adults and children?

Ask a Maui Doctor: Can I Swim in Oceans or Streams if I Have a Cut?

I cut my leg the other day, it’s not a deep cut, but I’m planning on going to Hāna this weekend. Is it okay to swim in the streams and ocean with the cut?

Ask a Maui Doctor: What Sunscreen Should I Use?

Doctor’s at Minit Medical answer your questions; I work outside all day long, what SPF sunscreen should I use to avoid getting burned?

Minit Medical Welcomes Dr. Mary Ann Hollman

Dr. Hollman brings years of experience in occupational medicine and work injuries along with her experience in urgent care to Minit Medical.

Ask the Doctor: When Should I Worry About a Fever?

My child has been running a slight fever for two days now, should I consult a doctor?