Dr. Hillary Woodson Gaskins, MD
Family Practitioner
9150 Estate Thomas Suite 201 St Thomas US Virgin Islands, 00802About
Dr. Hillary Woodson Gaskins is a family practitioner practicing in St Thomas, VI. Dr. Woodson Gaskins specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Woodson Gaskins possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Dr. Hillary Woodson Gaskins, MD's Expert Contributions
How does endoscopy confirm celiac?
One of the ways that celiac disease can be confirmed is via biopsy which is done on endoscopy if there is a suspicious looking area READ MORE
Lost sense of taste?
Question back to you: Did you lose taste to sour, sweet, AND salty? Or just 1 of those? I would assume (in this day/age) that you may have a "false negative" to COVID and work on supporting your immune system - zinc, elderberry extract, vitamin C, vitamin D, melatonin. Suck on sour candy - that helps to stimulate salivation. READ MORE
How painful is a bowel obstruction?
Normal bowels are like a slow flowing creek, always moving. When rocks block the creek, it backs up and overflows onto the land. Imagine that is what is happening in your bowels. However, your bowels are ENCLOSED, so when there is overflow due to blockage, it STRETCHES the walls of the bowel.....THAT HURTS because the rocks keep piling up READ MORE
Can an untreated UTI turn into a kidney infection?
Yes, it's possible. Bacteria gets in and it has to get out. As your body tries to get rid of the bacteria that doesn't belong in your bladder, it tries to push it out and you urinate more frequently. However, if the bacteria multiplies quickly, they overwhelm the bladder and the outflow, thereby marching UPwards toward the kidney. READ MORE
When should I see a podiatrist for foot pain?
After you try the following: change your shoes, stretch your muscles/ligaments on your feet, try foot reflexology/massage. READ MORE
How can I relieve my knee pain?
Start by stretching your low back, strengthening your core muscles and stretching your lower legs. Swimming, yoga, try not to sit as much. If needed, physical therapy or chiropractic READ MORE
What does a colitis attack feel like?
Severe pain in your belly, bloating, nausea, loose stools, maybe fever READ MORE
Can alcohol use cause a kidney infection?
IF it does cause an infection, it is usually due to chronic use and resulting dehydration. READ MORE
How common is an appendix removal?
Not very common READ MORE
What type of sugar should diabetics avoid?
Added sugars, concentrated sugars (dried fruit), "high glycemic index" fruits/foods READ MORE
Stomach issues?
Could be gastritis, colitis. Try a probiotic for 30days. READ MORE
How to get equal shoulders?
Upper arm strengthening READ MORE
Fellowships
- The University of Arizona
Dr. Hillary Woodson Gaskins, MD's Practice location
Virgin Islands Center for Integrative Medicine
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