My Doctor Online The Permanente Medical Group
Are you having back pain with any of the following?
- Severe pain, weakness or tingling in your leg(s).
- Difficulty stopping urination or loss of control of bladder or bowels.
- Unexplained fever, nausea or vomiting.
- A history of cancer or unexplained weight loss.
We understand that you are experiencing one or more of the health issues that might be impacting your back pain.
We recommend that you discuss these health issues with your doctor before proceeding with this program.
Once you are cleared by your doctor to do this program, we hope it helps you find relief from your back pain.
Albert Lau, MD
Internal Medicine
Welcome to My Doctor Online, a web site that my colleagues and I developed to make it easier for you to take care of your healthcare needs. On this site you will find answers to many of your questions about my clinical practice. Also included are several online features that will allow you to e-mail me, check your laboratory results and refill prescriptions. I hope you find its content informative and useful.
Quick Links
- Medical Health Questionnaire
- Physical Therapy Interactive Tools and Resources
- Patient Handouts
- Video: Sinus Rinse
- Prepare for Your Procedure - Emmi
- Managing Your Back Pain
- Managing Your Headaches
- Stroke Prevention Video
- Cervical Cancer Screening Saves Lives
- La detección del cancer de cuello del útero salva vidas (Spanish)
- Mammograms Save Lives
- Las mamografías salvan vidas (Spanish)
- Screen for Colon Cancer with FIT
- Medical Weight Management
- Member Discount Program
- Quit Tobacco Medications
- Young Adult Health
- Smartmoves: Computer & Laptop Setup, Stretching (Ergonomics)
- Anatomical Charts
- Health Links
- Patient Handouts
General References
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Personal
Family and Friends
I am married and have a young son who keeps me very busy at home.
Hobbies and Interests
I jog and play the piano in my free time. I also enjoy reading and fiddling on my computer to relax.
What I'm Reading and Browsing
I am currently reading "Outliers: The Story of Success" by Malcomn Gladwell and "Ghost Story" by Jim Butcher.
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