Dr. Harold K. Sirota

10/16/2026

Some of my patients ask a lot of questions about Parkinson’s disease, which is understandable. It’s a life-altering, debilitating disease that’s been rising in the US. Here are four tips to help lower your risk of Parkinson’s.

Legendary National Football League quarterback Brett Favre was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease (PD), a progressive and debilitating nervous system disorder that affects cognitive and motor abilities. In its early stages, symptoms develop slowly, are mild, and can be overlooked. For ins...

10/15/2026

Learn how my practice supports you on your health journey and provides resources to you as my patient.

Find a physician near you in the MDVIP national network of primary care doctors who focus on delivering personalized medicine, patient-centered and preventive care.

10/14/2026

Your metabolism converts food and beverages into energy to power your body’s functions such as breathing, circulating blood and exercising. Sometimes, abnormal chemical reactions occur in your body that interfere with your body’s metabolism. A metabolic disorder can affect your overall health, including weight. This is why I am adamant about staying on top of screenings. Here’s what you need to know about maintaining metabolic health.

Fundamentally, your metabolic health is about how well your body responds to and processes food. Our metabolism’s job is to convert what we eat and drink into energy to power your body’s functions. When everything is working well, your body has the energy to do a range of amazing things – from...

10/13/2026

Studies show that patients in MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices like mine helps reduce hosptial utilization and healthcare costs compared to traditional practices.

For patients hoping a better relationship with their primary care doctor will make them healthier and keep them out of the hospital, the evidence is in. A landmark new study of personalized, preventive primary care medicine finds that a model like MDVIP can significantly reduce hospital visits and c...

10/12/2026

It’s not news that heart disease and cancer are the leading causes of death worldwide. However, what is new is the connection found between heart disease and breast cancer, a leading form of cancer. Learn more about this study by researchers at MD Anderson Cancer Center and ask me questions.

It’s not news that heart disease and cancer are the leading causes of death worldwide. However, what is new is the connection found between heart disease and breast cancer, a leading form of cancer.

10/09/2026

Good communication with your doctor helps contribute to good health. These four tips can help you get more out of the time you spsend with your doctor.
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Why are doctors dismissive of their female patients? Learn about the common reasons why and ways to be taken more seriously. Read more!

10/08/2026

As a physician, I have walked alongside patients through the fear of a new diagnosis, the challenges of treatment, and the courage it takes to keep moving forward. I have also celebrated milestones, survivorship, and the incredible strength of women who inspire me every day.

This month serves as an important reminder that early detection saves lives. Staying current with recommended screenings, knowing your family history, and speaking up about any changes in your health can make a difference.

As your MDVIP physician, my goal is not only to treat illness, but to partner with you in prevention, education, and proactive healthcare. These conversations matter, and they can be life-changing.

To all those affected by breast cancer, whether as patients, survivors, caregivers, family members, or friends, please know that you are not alone.

💗 This October, let's raise awareness, support one another, and prioritize our health.

09/25/2026

I often remind my patients that stress, poor nutrition, a sedentary lifestyle and dehydration can affect their gut health and ultimately, their overall health. The gut has many responsibilities, so when it’s not properly cared for, you may gain weight, catch viruses more often, or experience gastrointestinal issues. Learn how your gut health influences your overall health.

It makes sense that if we have an unhealthy gut, we’ll have gastrointestinal issues. But sometimes we forget that what we eat affects our entire body – not just our gut.How does the gut have so much influence over our health?

09/23/2026

If I am concerned about your heart health, I may check your myeloperoxidase (MPO) level – an enzyme that helps gauge your heart attack risk. But it turns out, this test is more valuable than we once thought. A recent study found that elevated MPO levels also suggest a risk for stroke and all-cause mortality. Here’s more on MPO. Let me know if you have any questions.

If you’ve taken part in the MDVIP Wellness Program, you may have had your blood tested for myeloperoxidase or MPO. It’s one of the tests that may be included when your doctor draws blood. MDVIP added this option so physicians would have an additional tool to help identify heart disease risk— e...

09/21/2026

Heart disease is the leading cause of death. As you’re probably aware, lifestyle plays a major role. A few of my patients wonder if a vegetarian diet can help maintain their heart health. Here’s what you need to know.

Vegetarianism has gotten a lot of hype over the last 15 years. A lifestyle once written off as earthy, crunchy, went mainstream around 2010.There are many reasons people go vegetarian, with the most popular being health. Studies suggest a vegetarian lifestyle may help: • Lower the risk for certain...