Spices and Herbs that Heal: Basil
Basil is an herb that is a member of the mint family. It does best when grown in warm temperatures and has an extensive history of culinary and medicinal uses. Basil is a common ingredient in Italian and Thai dishes. There are many different types of basil, and each has a different flavor profile.
Meet Our New Providers - June 2025
Meet our newest providers, who joined Chase Brexton in June 2025.
Chase Brexton Receives Award from Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
Chase Brexton will be able to reduce additional barriers to care for patients with HIV, thanks to a recent award from Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
Anemia and Nutrition
Anemia is where there are not enough healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin to carry oxygen to the body’s tissues and organs. Symptoms include tiredness, dizziness or feeling light-headed, chest pain, cold hands and feet, headache, shortness of breath, pale skin, bruising, and hair loss/thinning.
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Spices and Herbs that Heal: Cilantro
Cilantro, sometimes referred to as Coriander, is a member of the parsley family. The entire cilantro plant is edible. Cilantro/coriander has been used since ancient times as both a culinary herb/ spice and in herbal medicines in a variety of cultures.
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Meet Our New Providers - May 2025
Meet our newest providers, who joined Chase Brexton in May 2025.
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Constipation and Nutrition
Constipation is a condition in which you may have fewer than three bowel movements a week; stools that are hard, dry, or lumpy; stools that are difficult or painful to pass; or a feeling that not all stools have passed.
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Spices and Herbs that Heal: Oregano
Oregano is a perennial herb that is part of the mint family. Learn more about its health benefits.
Dr. Aalok Malankar Named Provider of the Year!
We are very pleased to announce that Dr. Aalok Malankar has been selected, by his peers, as the recipient of the 2025 Provider of the Year award! As the Site Medical Director at Security Square Center, Dr. Malankar oversaw the move of the office from Randallstown to Woodlawn, resulting in significant growth. Dr. Malankar demonstrates Chase Excellence consistently and is a role model to all.
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GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) and Nutrition
GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), also referred to as heartburn or reflux, is when the acidic contents of the stomach flow back up into the esophagus (the tube that goes from your mouth to your stomach), causing a burning sensation. Other symptoms of GERD may include chest discomfort, chronic cough, sore throat, sensation of a lump in the throat, disrupted sleep, and/or trouble swallowing.
