EXPERT
Dr. Pam L Johnson, MD
Preventative Medicine Specialist
Welcome to Simple Traditions Family Health!
Office of Dr. Paul Dibble MD, Dr. Pam Johnson MD & Alyson Van Tiem PA-C
We are a direct-pay, family medicine (used to be called family practice) clinic in Magnolia, Texas, Montgomery County, providing excellent primary health care to infants, children, and adults. We can treat and manage urgent care as well as chronic and routine medical problems. We are accepting new patients.
Finding a good doctor who can take care of all of your needs can be hard. Are you looking for a family doctor who has time for you and will take the time to answer your questions? Are you looking for more affordable health care? You have come to the right place. Here at Simple Traditions Family Health, our goal is to make time for you and your family while providing excellent and affordable health care.
At Simple Traditions Family Health, we can take care the majority of your medical needs in many different areas of medicine:
Family Medicine: The diagnosis and treatment of diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol levels, thyroid problems, migraine headaches, etc. For obesity, we can help you with establishing a healthy diet and prescribe medications to decrease your appetite and help you lose weight. We also perform Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) testing for leg/foot pain.
Psychiatric Disorders: We can diagnose and treat depression, anxiety disorders, insomnia and ADHD.
Women’s Health & Office Gynecology: Because of Dr. Pam Johnson’s extensive background in gynecology, she is keen to take care of all your women care situations. She sees women for well woman exams including PAP Smears, breast exams and the ordering of mammograms. She counsels women on contraceptive options, prescribes appropriate birth control, discusses Depo-Provera injections options and removal of IUDs. Women with PMS, irregular bleeding, pelvic pain and/or endometriosis are treated at our clinic; endometrial biopsies (sampling of the inside of the uterus) are performed when indicated.
Orthopedics: When indicated, Dr. Johnson performs steroid joint injections and trigger point injections for appropriate patients with fibromyalgia. She and the other providers apply splints and casts for fractured bones and supply and fit ankle and knee braces and crutches. In addition, we have the VECTTORx Pain Treatment plan for chronic musculoskeletal pain.
Dermatology: We treat cellulitis and other skin infections such as impetigo, abscesses, infected insect bites. Skin biopsies, skin tag removal and lipoma (small) removal procedures are also performed in our clinic. We perform laceration repairs, suture/staple removal and keloid steroid treatments. Ear flushes are free with your appointment.
Wellness Screenings: We also offer wellness screening including Well-Child Exams, Wellness Physicals, STD Screening, School Physicals, Immunizations, Drug Screening, Health Screen Lab tests, Pregnancy Diagnosis, EKG, Audiograms (hearing tests), TB Testing (PPD & TB blood test), Newborn Screen, Vaccine Titers (antibody levels), Employment Testing. We provide Strep Throat and UTI testing for symptoms consistent with these infections.
To Schedule your appointment now, go to: http://www.stfhealth.com/online-scheduling/ or call 281-259-7400. If you are a new patient and have not previously registered with our clinic, please go to http://www.stfhealth.com/online-new-patient-registration/ first to register. We will then call you to schedule your appointment.
Here is how we do it:
We do not participate with any health insurance (medical insurance). We are a no-insurance medical clinic, which allows us to focus on what is best for you, not what insurance administrators think is best. (If you have insurance you can still come see us. http://www.stfhealth.com/common-questions/)
We are a direct-pay practice. That means you pay us at the time of service--just like you pay for most things. http://www.stfhealth.com/online-prices/)
We don't rush appointments. Our appointment times are longer than they are in most clinics. Getting to know you and discussing your health care thoroughly are the first steps to taking good care of you. (One result of not rushing is that we rarely run behind.)
*Direct-pay is sometimes also referred to as cash-only, private-pay, third-party-free, or direct care. We are not a retainer, membership, concierge, or boutique type of practice. Those who pay directly for their own health care are sometimes referred to as self-pay or self-insured.
Office of Dr. Paul Dibble MD, Dr. Pam Johnson MD & Alyson Van Tiem PA-C
We are a direct-pay, family medicine (used to be called family practice) clinic in Magnolia, Texas, Montgomery County, providing excellent primary health care to infants, children, and adults. We can treat and manage urgent care as well as chronic and routine medical problems. We are accepting new patients.
Finding a good doctor who can take care of all of your needs can be hard. Are you looking for a family doctor who has time for you and will take the time to answer your questions? Are you looking for more affordable health care? You have come to the right place. Here at Simple Traditions Family Health, our goal is to make time for you and your family while providing excellent and affordable health care.
At Simple Traditions Family Health, we can take care the majority of your medical needs in many different areas of medicine:
Family Medicine: The diagnosis and treatment of diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol levels, thyroid problems, migraine headaches, etc. For obesity, we can help you with establishing a healthy diet and prescribe medications to decrease your appetite and help you lose weight. We also perform Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) testing for leg/foot pain.
Psychiatric Disorders: We can diagnose and treat depression, anxiety disorders, insomnia and ADHD.
Women’s Health & Office Gynecology: Because of Dr. Pam Johnson’s extensive background in gynecology, she is keen to take care of all your women care situations. She sees women for well woman exams including PAP Smears, breast exams and the ordering of mammograms. She counsels women on contraceptive options, prescribes appropriate birth control, discusses Depo-Provera injections options and removal of IUDs. Women with PMS, irregular bleeding, pelvic pain and/or endometriosis are treated at our clinic; endometrial biopsies (sampling of the inside of the uterus) are performed when indicated.
Orthopedics: When indicated, Dr. Johnson performs steroid joint injections and trigger point injections for appropriate patients with fibromyalgia. She and the other providers apply splints and casts for fractured bones and supply and fit ankle and knee braces and crutches. In addition, we have the VECTTORx Pain Treatment plan for chronic musculoskeletal pain.
Dermatology: We treat cellulitis and other skin infections such as impetigo, abscesses, infected insect bites. Skin biopsies, skin tag removal and lipoma (small) removal procedures are also performed in our clinic. We perform laceration repairs, suture/staple removal and keloid steroid treatments. Ear flushes are free with your appointment.
Wellness Screenings: We also offer wellness screening including Well-Child Exams, Wellness Physicals, STD Screening, School Physicals, Immunizations, Drug Screening, Health Screen Lab tests, Pregnancy Diagnosis, EKG, Audiograms (hearing tests), TB Testing (PPD & TB blood test), Newborn Screen, Vaccine Titers (antibody levels), Employment Testing. We provide Strep Throat and UTI testing for symptoms consistent with these infections.
To Schedule your appointment now, go to: http://www.stfhealth.com/online-scheduling/ or call 281-259-7400. If you are a new patient and have not previously registered with our clinic, please go to http://www.stfhealth.com/online-new-patient-registration/ first to register. We will then call you to schedule your appointment.
Here is how we do it:
We do not participate with any health insurance (medical insurance). We are a no-insurance medical clinic, which allows us to focus on what is best for you, not what insurance administrators think is best. (If you have insurance you can still come see us. http://www.stfhealth.com/common-questions/)
We are a direct-pay practice. That means you pay us at the time of service--just like you pay for most things. http://www.stfhealth.com/online-prices/)
We don't rush appointments. Our appointment times are longer than they are in most clinics. Getting to know you and discussing your health care thoroughly are the first steps to taking good care of you. (One result of not rushing is that we rarely run behind.)
*Direct-pay is sometimes also referred to as cash-only, private-pay, third-party-free, or direct care. We are not a retainer, membership, concierge, or boutique type of practice. Those who pay directly for their own health care are sometimes referred to as self-pay or self-insured.
43 years
Experience
Dr. Pam L. Johnson, MD
- Magnolia, TX
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY
- Accepting new patients
Fibromyalgia Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Associated Syndromes
FIBROMYALGIA – Part 1Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Associated Syndromes Dr. Pam Johnson at Simple Traditions Family Health in Magnolia, TX treats fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia...
I feel sudden dizziness. Why is this?
There are a number of reasons for dizziness - anemia, hypertension, diabetes, thyroid disease, dehydration, etc. The fact that you have a heavy feeling in your head when you bend READ MORE
There are a number of reasons for dizziness - anemia, hypertension, diabetes, thyroid disease, dehydration, etc. The fact that you have a heavy feeling in your head when you bend down suggests a sinus infection. The definition of vertigo is - a sensation of whirling and loss of balance, associated particularly with looking down from a great height, or caused by disease affecting the inner ear or the vestibular nerve; giddiness. It does not seem that you have vertigo by your description.
I would recommend a physical exam and evaluation with lab tests.
I would recommend a physical exam and evaluation with lab tests.
My symptoms started two months ago with dizziness that progressed?
There are a number of medical conditions that can cause dizziness - dehydration, anemia, thyroid problems, inner ear infections, etc. Make sure you are drinking enough water. READ MORE
There are a number of medical conditions that can cause dizziness - dehydration, anemia, thyroid problems, inner ear infections, etc.
Make sure you are drinking enough water. If the symptoms continue, I would recommend you see a healthcare provider for an evaluation and blood work.
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Make sure you are drinking enough water. If the symptoms continue, I would recommend you see a healthcare provider for an evaluation and blood work.
Thanks
How long does it take for a bacterial eye infection to subside?
If you took the correct medication for the eye infection, it should be completely treated by one week. If you still have an infection after taking medications for one week, you READ MORE
If you took the correct medication for the eye infection, it should be completely treated by one week. If you still have an infection after taking medications for one week, you will probably need to call your health care professional.
My daughter is very thin can you please suggest some weight gaining techniques.
First it is important to know whether your daughter's thinness is normal for her or abnormal. Is her body mass index (BMI) within the normal range for her. Some parents think READ MORE
First it is important to know whether your daughter's thinness is normal for her or abnormal. Is her body mass index (BMI) within the normal range for her. Some parents think their children are too thin, when in fact, they may weigh within the normal range for their age and body build. Children and parents do not always have the same body shapes.
If she truly needs to gain weight It is important to determine why she is not gaining weight. Does she have an underlying medical condition? I would recommend that she have a compete physical.
If everything is within normal limits, make sure she is getting enough protein in her diet. Exercise can help to increase her appetite and increase muscle mass.
If she truly needs to gain weight It is important to determine why she is not gaining weight. Does she have an underlying medical condition? I would recommend that she have a compete physical.
If everything is within normal limits, make sure she is getting enough protein in her diet. Exercise can help to increase her appetite and increase muscle mass.
I am suffering from extreme fatigue and tiredness. Can I consume health supplements?
I would recommend you have a full medical evaluation before starting supplements because the supplements could make you feel better and mask an underlying medical reason for your READ MORE
I would recommend you have a full medical evaluation before starting supplements because the supplements could make you feel better and mask an underlying medical reason for your tiredness.
Many diseases can cause tiredness. Diseases that may cause tiredness include anemia (low hemoglobin), thyroid problems, diabetes, high blood pressure, Vitamin D deficiency, fibromyalgia, different arthritic diseases, low testosterone, and cancer. It would be important to treat these medical problems before taking unnecessary supplements.
Many diseases can cause tiredness. Diseases that may cause tiredness include anemia (low hemoglobin), thyroid problems, diabetes, high blood pressure, Vitamin D deficiency, fibromyalgia, different arthritic diseases, low testosterone, and cancer. It would be important to treat these medical problems before taking unnecessary supplements.
What could be the possible cause for the swelling in my face?
You could have an allergic reaction to an insect bite, something you ate or an airborne allergen (i.e. pollen, particles in smoke). Swelling in the face may also be due to water READ MORE
You could have an allergic reaction to an insect bite, something you ate or an airborne allergen (i.e. pollen, particles in smoke). Swelling in the face may also be due to water retention due to too much salt in your diet or from heart problems.
What causes high BP?
Many things can cause high BP. Below is a list:
- Smoking
- Being overweight or obese
- Lack of physical activity
- Too much salt in the diet
- Too much alcohol consumption READ MORE
Many things can cause high BP. Below is a list:
- Smoking
- Being overweight or obese
- Lack of physical activity
- Too much salt in the diet
- Too much alcohol consumption (more than 1 to 2 drinks per day)
- Stress
- Older age
- Genetics
If she has never had high blood pressure before and she has not had recent changes in her weight, smoking habits or activity level, the most probable cause is her higher irritability and stress level. It is very important that you figure out why she is so irritable and having erratic behavioral changes. It is important to monitor her BP on a regular basis to make sure it returns to her normal baseline, once her mood changes are corrected.
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- Smoking
- Being overweight or obese
- Lack of physical activity
- Too much salt in the diet
- Too much alcohol consumption (more than 1 to 2 drinks per day)
- Stress
- Older age
- Genetics
If she has never had high blood pressure before and she has not had recent changes in her weight, smoking habits or activity level, the most probable cause is her higher irritability and stress level. It is very important that you figure out why she is so irritable and having erratic behavioral changes. It is important to monitor her BP on a regular basis to make sure it returns to her normal baseline, once her mood changes are corrected.
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Eggs and flu shots
Some flu vaccines are made using eggs and may have a small amount of egg proteins in them. If you are truly allergic to eggs, you may have an allergic reaction to the flu vaccine. READ MORE
Some flu vaccines are made using eggs and may have a small amount of egg proteins in them. If you are truly allergic to eggs, you may have an allergic reaction to the flu vaccine. If you are truly allergic (get a rash, shortness of breath, trouble breathing, etc.) and are over 18 years old, you can receive the flu vaccine called Flublok. This vaccine is made chemically and is free of egg protein. It is also free of formaldehyde, antibiotics, gluten, gelatin, latex, thimerosal, and other preservatives.
Why do I have a fever after my flu shot?
According to the CDC, the flu shot can cause mild side effects such as muscle and joint soreness, redness or swelling at the injection site, a low-grade fever and body aches. These READ MORE
According to the CDC, the flu shot can cause mild side effects such as muscle and joint soreness, redness or swelling at the injection site, a low-grade fever and body aches. These symptoms should go away within two days. These side effects are mild and short-lasting when compared to symptoms you would feel with a bad case of the flu. Remember, because the flu vaccine is composed of the "dead" virus, you cannot get the flu from a flu shot.
Can asthma go away?
In adults, asthma is considered a chronic disease that does not go away, unless the trigger for the asthma is removed. Since your symptoms went away so fast, you probably had an READ MORE
In adults, asthma is considered a chronic disease that does not go away, unless the trigger for the asthma is removed. Since your symptoms went away so fast, you probably had an incident of reactive airway disease. Something such as a virus, an allergy causing substance or a chemical caused reversible airway narrowing resulting in wheezing. Once the illness or substance is removed, the wheezing stops.
Why does my head hurt when I blow my nose?
When you blow your nose, you should not get a headache or feel pressure or pain. It sounds like you are getting a sinus headache because your sinuses may be swollen closed, congested READ MORE
When you blow your nose, you should not get a headache or feel pressure or pain. It sounds like you are getting a sinus headache because your sinuses may be swollen closed, congested with mucus or infected. The sinuses are hollow spaces in the face bones connected to the nose. Blowing your nose increases the pressure in your congested sinuses and that causes sinus pressure and pain.
My second child is 14 months old and hasn't taken her first steps. Is something wrong?
Many children take their first step at age 12 months but it is still within the normal range for the first step to take place from 12 months to 18 months. What is important is READ MORE
Many children take their first step at age 12 months but it is still within the normal range for the first step to take place from 12 months to 18 months. What is important is that your child continues to progress in her skills. If your child was a little late at rolling over, crawling, or sitting he may need a little more time to progress to walking.
My baby blinks excessively. What's wrong?
Excessive Blinking in a baby is usually caused by a problem in the eyelids or front surface of the eye. I would recommend you have your child seen by your pediatrician or a pediatric READ MORE
Excessive Blinking in a baby is usually caused by a problem in the eyelids or front surface of the eye. I would recommend you have your child seen by your pediatrician or a pediatric ophthalmologist. The provider will be able to look at your baby’s eyes under a special light (a slit lamp) to make sure your baby doesn’t have an ingrown eyelash, a scratch on the front of the eye, and eye infection, a foreign body or just dry eyes.
When to go in?
With these many symptoms, you should definitely see a doctor. You may have pneumonia or severe bronchitis that should be treated with medications and possibly an anti-inflammatory READ MORE
With these many symptoms, you should definitely see a doctor. You may have pneumonia or severe bronchitis that should be treated with medications and possibly an anti-inflammatory steroid.
