Welcome to Medac Dr. David Winn!

medac

Dr. Madeleine Vanstory attended Duke University, The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, and has been practicing medicine for over 15 years all over the world! She has additional certifications in Integrative Nutrition and is a DOT Medical Examiner. Madeleine is a mother of 3, loves traveling with her husband, yoga, hiking and […]

Remembering How Often to Wash Hands

Hand Washing

COVID-19 isn’t going away, and since flu season is right around the corner, it’s important for everyone to be vigilant in keeping their hands clean to prevent the spread of illness. We all touch so many surfaces a day, it can be tough to remember just how often we should be washing our hands. Here […]

The Truth Behind Common Urgent Care Misconceptions

It is not true that Urgent Cares are Emergency Rooms. While urgent care centers provide many of the same services as ER’s, we are not an ER. If you have trouble breathing, chest pain and/or uncontrollable bleeding, or are having an anaphylactic response, please call 911 and visit an ER. For a complete list of […]

3 Ways to Help Your Child Succeed

Building Structure

The school year is about to begin, and whether that means homeschooling, distance learning, or sending your children to the physical school building, there are things you can do to help your child succeed this year. One of the best tools for parenting is the concept of building structure throughout your child’s home life. The […]

Step-by-Step Instructions for E-Registration

E Registration

Visit Save my spot. SELECT the center where you would like to receive care. FILL OUT the Save My Spot form. When you choose Save My Spot, you will receive a pop-up confirmation prompting you for pre-registration which takes 8-10 minutes for most people. SELECT ‘Yes Please’ to begin. If you are a returning patient, you will get another […]

Tips on Caring for Bug Bites and Stings

Bug Bites

Due to the discomfort of bug bites and stings, bugs aren’t exactly everyone’s favorite thing about the outdoors. In most cases, there’s a little bit of itching or a mild uncomfortable rash, but sometimes those bites and stings are more serious. There are questions though about how to treat the reactions at home, or if […]

Sunscreen Facts and Things to Consider

Sunscreen Facts

Sunscreen is important, and we all know it. As your best option in preventing Melanoma, which is the deadliest form of skin cancer, it’s important to know if you’re using the right type of sunscreen to protect yourself. To make sure you are taking every step to keep safe in the sun, read our five […]

Why You Should Get Enough Water

Hydration

Staying hydrated can be difficult, despite how important we know it is for the human body. Even though water consumption can be through food as well as beverages, it’s still ultimately accepted that plain drinking water is the best way to hydrate. It isn’t just about preventing the immediate dizzying effects of dehydration- which can […]

When to Seek Medical Treatment for Sunburn

Sunburn Seek Treatment

Over the past couple of weeks, we have been looking into how to protect yourself from the sun. That being said, we know that slip ups happen, and sunburns are common. The majority of sunburns hurt and are uncomfortable, and in many cases, you just have to wait them out to heal. But there are […]

Where to Find Health Learning Resources

Resources

Have you ever wondered what you can do or how to prepare for various health related scenarios? In times like these resources are important, and what better resource do we as individuals have than the ability to learn?  The CDC website has a section dedicated to empowering the public with access to valuable resources and […]