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We are currently offering some of our screening services through websites like Constant Contact, Save Local, Living Social, and many others just like this!
You can check out one of our current offers by following this link.

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Stay Healthy!
-Dr. Lisa Kim Staff

Can't wait for those gingerbread cookies?

During the busy holiday season, the last thing anyone wants to do is worry about their health. It's the most wonderful time of the year, and it should be spent with the people you love. But is it fair to your loved ones to ignore your health?

Whether you can't afford routine check-ups, you "know" you're healthy, or you genuinely are in denial about those recent symptoms you've been suffering from, it is still important to know exactly where you stand with your health. We understand how difficult it is to deal with health issues that you've never experienced before, but the absolute worst thing you could do is ignore a warning sign, even if you're scared of what it could mean.

We offer screening services that help put you in the driver seat of your health, and face you in the right direction to good health. Our staff wants to be there with you to help you through whatever it is you are going through, and we want to make you feel comfortable about your health and your issues. It is important to get screenings to understand what is going on with your body, as well as what you need to do to help extend your life to its fullest.

Please call us today and let us help you turn over a new leaf and be the one in charge of your health!

847.296.1200

Stay warm!

-Dr. Lisa Kim Staff

Did working out get your head spinning?

Tip of the Day

Have you ever felt dizzy after working out? It may be a "runner's high", or maybe you feel so attractive that you can't handle it (go you, for being so awesome and working out a lot!).
Although we both know you're not full of yourself, you should still pay more attention to your body (and we don't mean staring into a mirror all day)! Exercise can cause your blood sugar to drop even hours after your workout, which can contribute to this light-headed, dizzy feeling.

According to The American Diabetes Association, your body can burn glucose for up to 24 hours after exercise (depending on the intensity and duration of your activity)! 

"With long or hard exercise, you use glucose stored in your liver for fuel. After the exercise is over, your body wants to replenish those glucose levels as soon as possible. If there is no food available, the glucose is pulled from your blood stream, which can cause hypoglycemia"

"To help prevent low blood glucose, check your blood glucose about every 45 minutes after a hard workout and gauge whether your blood glucose is going down, going up, or leveling off. If it is going down, eat a few carbs and keep checking until you level off."

Don't let this news scare you! Working out is a great way to keep yourself happy and healthy, but it's important to maintain a good diet as well. Exercise can help you loose weight, which can lower your risk for type 2 diabetes, and help you kick some meds off of your refill list. Blood sugar levels can be monitored at home, or even within our office (Did I mention our new Screening Services?), for your convenience.
So after that long run, it's okay to eat some carbs, but don't get carried away and make that work out worthless!

Stay Healthy!
-Dr. Lisa Kim Staff

Flu Shots are in Stock

The flu season is quickly approaching.  That means it’s time to get your flu shot.

If you are looking for a place to get vaccinated, look no farther than here.  The vaccine is currently in stock!  Our wait time is short! The shot is competitively priced at $25!

Not a patient of Dr. Kim?  Don’t worry!  You can still get vaccinated!

Please call us today!

224-567-8893

We are very close to Des Plaines, Niles, Park Ridge, Mount Prospect, Glenview, Northbrook, Morton Grove, and the north side of Chicago.

For driving directions please go here: http://www.visitmyclinic.com/drivingdirections.html

And as always, if you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask.  Subscribe to find out about more great offers!

Free Blood Glucose Monitoring System

We have FreeStyle Freedom® Lite Blood Glucose Monitoring System for those of you who need to measure their blood glucose level! 

This includes the device AND a membership card which could save you up to $50 on FreeStyle Lite Test Strips every month.

If you are unsure whether you need to be monitoring your blood glucose level, come in and see Dr. Lisa Kim, M.D.

Not a patient of Dr. Kim?  Don’t worry! We won’t hold it against you when stop by to pick up your FREE Blood Glucose Monitoring System and members card.  Supplies are limited.

Also if you’re looking for a place to get your Flu Shot, Shingles Shot, or Gardisol look no further.

We have the vaccines in stock!

The pricing is competitive! 

The wait time is short! 

Please call us today!

224-567-8893

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask.  Subscribe to find out about more great offers!

Free Savings Card for Levemir and Novolog!

Are you currently taking insulin?

You may be able to save money! Levemir® and Novolog® are prescription medicines that are approved to control high blood sugar in those with diabetes mellitus.

Come in and see Dr. Lisa Kim, M.D. to see if Levemir® or Novolog® is right for you.

If Dr. Kim prescribes you Levemir® or Novolog®, ask for the FREE savings card.

Take this savings card to your pharmacy along with your prescription to save up to $50 off your first order and up to $25 off each of your next three orders.

Are you not a patient of Dr. Kim?   You can still stop by to pick up your FREE savings card and informational brochure.  Supplies are limited for Levemir®, Novolog® and Novolog® Mix 70/30, so please stop by.

If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask! Don’t forget to subscribe!

FREE Logbook for daily blood glucose recording! You do not have to be our patient to receive this free booklet. Just stop by our office. One booklet per person is available while supplies last.

People with diabetes feel better when their blood glucose levels are properly managed.  If you suffer from diabetes, you deserve to feel good. Now, there’s something you can do about it.  The logbook will help you learn how food, medication and exercise affect your blood sugar.  That knowledge will help you make healthy decisions to better manage your diabetes.  Rest assured,  our staff pharmacist will show you how to work with your logbook.  

Remember to show your OneTouch Logbook to your doctor during your next office visit.  This logbook may be helpful for improving your A1C.  A1C is a test that shows how well you have controlled your blood sugar over the previous 3 months.  Ask your doctor which goals are right for you.

This booklet is free of charge even if you are not our patient.  We want you to have this logbook, because we care about your well being. The free service is available till Aug. 31, 2011.  Our office received complementary “OneTouch Logbook” from LifeScan.
Written by:  Jay Kim, Rph   Staff Pharmacist