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Aug 1, 2021

2021 Colorectal Cancer Guidelines By Deborah Collins, M.S., PA-C

Jul 27, 2021

Couri Center Fact: Cycling Safely By Dr. Michele Couri

Jul 20, 2021

Ovarian Cancer Screening Update By Renee Alwan Percell, MMS PA-C

Jul 12, 2021

VOTE FOR US! PJSTAR Best of Best OB/GYN 2021

Jul 9, 2021

Emsella Grateful Testimonial: Samantha P.

Jul 6, 2021

Couri Girl Fact: Diet and Pregnancy

Jun 30, 2021

Dr. Mouro-New Patients Welcome!

Jun 29, 2021

Meet Harmonie: Hormone Replacement Therapy

Jun 29, 2021

Should I Be Using an Eye Cream? By Ashley Gardewine, LE

Jun 23, 2021

CouriGirl Fact — Sleep Quality & Sexual Dysfunction

Jun 23, 2021

QUIZ: Feminine Intimacy

Jun 16, 2021

Mask/Covid-19 Policy Update

Jun 15, 2021

The Vaginal Pessary-101 By Renee Alwan Percell MS, PA-C

Jun 2, 2021

CouriGirl Fact: Resistance & Weight Bearing Exercise

Jun 2, 2021

Courigirl Recipe: Cashew Poblano Ranch

May 31, 2021

Pelvic Organ Prolapse 101 By DANA HUMES GOFF, APRN, CNM, DNP

May 25, 2021

Courigirl FACT: YOUR MICROBIOME & PROBIOTICS

May 18, 2021

SPF is Your BFF. By Ashley Gardewine, LE

May 11, 2021

Courigirl FACT: Risk Factors For a DEXA Scan Before Age 65

May 7, 2021

Hormone Therapy Specialists for Men & Women

May 3, 2021

Couri Girl FACT: Covid-19 Vaccines & Pregnancy

Apr 20, 2021

Uterine Fibroids By Dr. Cameron Mouro, MD, FACOG

Apr 13, 2021

Couri Girl Fact: Sexual Dysfunction

Apr 1, 2021

Couri Center Fact-Delay in Healthcare due to Pandemic

Mar 23, 2021

Courigirl FACT: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

Mar 23, 2021

The Double Cleansing Method & How it Benefits Your Skin. By Ashley Gardewine, LE

Mar 19, 2021

Confidence by Emsella. Exercise without bladder leaks or pads!

Mar 19, 2021

Confidence by Emsella. Enjoy exercising without bladder leaks or pads!

Mar 9, 2021

Men Need Balanced Hormones, Too! By Lauren Ponder, MSN, APN, FNP-C

Feb 28, 2021

Honoring Rare Disease Day. By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

Feb 23, 2021

Am I at Risk for Osteoporosis? By Deb Collins, Physician Assistant

Feb 10, 2021

Hormone Replacement Therapy for Men & Women

Feb 9, 2021

Gynecologic Surgeon: Cameron Mouro, MD, FACOG

Feb 9, 2021

Grace in a New Year. By Dr. Alexandra Mathern, MD

Jan 26, 2021

Acids & Skincare By Ashley Gardewine, LE

Regain Intimacy

Jan 26, 2021

Monalisa Touch Laser Therapy for feminine wellness

1200 x 628 abnormal vag bleeding article

Jan 12, 2021

Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding: Should I Be Worried? By Dana Humes Goff, APRN, CNM, DNP

Jan 7, 2021

10-Year Anniversary with Leslie Rusch-Bayer, MS, RD, LDN, CPT

Jan 5, 2021

Dr. Cameron Mouro -13 Things You Didn’t Know

Dec 22, 2020

Skin Care in your 40s & 50s By Ashley Gardewine, LE

Nov 10, 2020

Avoiding the Long Term Mental Effects of Bad Dieting Advice. By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, MS, RD, LDN, CPT

Sep 25, 2020

Care For Thy Self By Renee Alwan Percell, MMS, PA-C

Contraception over 40

Aug 31, 2020

Contraception Over 40? By Dana Humes Goff, APRN, DNP

Jul 21, 2020

Dermaplaning: What Is It & Why You Should Try It. By Ashley Gardewine, LE, Laser Technician

Jul 8, 2020

COVID 19: The New Era of Women’s Health By Dr. Alexandra Mathern

COVID-19 Update

Jul 1, 2020

What I Learned During COVID-19 By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Meet Ashley - Licensed Esthetician Dermaplane Pro

Jun 24, 2020

An Interview with Esthetician, Ashley Gardewine

Jun 11, 2020

Teen Girls: Starting the Conversation By Renee Alwan Percell, PA-C

May 27, 2020

Bikini Medicine: The Brain Game

May 19, 2020

BECOME A NEW PATIENT

May 13, 2020

Meet Lauren Ponder, MSN, APN, FNP-C

Apr 30, 2020

Healthy Gut, Happy Skin! By Leslie A. Gilstrap, LE

Schedule Now - Telemedicine video visits

Apr 24, 2020

As Easy As 1-2-3: Telemedicine Consultations

Did you know Blue Cross Blue Shield Covers Some Registered Dietitian Visits?

Apr 23, 2020

Do you have Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance? You may be COVERED!

Apr 9, 2020

Telemedicine: A Patient-Centered Approach By Deb Collins, M.S., PA-C

Schedule Now! Telemedicine: video visits

Apr 3, 2020

NEW: Tele-consults Now Available!

Complimentary Tele-consults

Mar 31, 2020

Complimentary Tele-consults with Registered Dietitian Leslie Rusch-Bayer

Spring has Sprung

Mar 31, 2020

Spring Has Sprung; How Will You Grow? By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Online supplement refills

Mar 25, 2020

Online Supplement Refills

Schedule Now - Telemedicine video visits

Mar 18, 2020

TELEMEDICINE VISITS -NOW AVAILABLE

How to Maintain Balance During Uncertainty

Mar 17, 2020

How to Maintain Balance During Uncertainty By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Expanded Coverage for Diagnostic Mammograms

Mar 12, 2020

Expanded Coverage for Diagnostic Mammograms By Hope Placher, PA-C

Infrared sauna therapy

Feb 18, 2020

Infrared Sauna Therapy: Unpacking the Benefits

MPN Peoria - Rare Disease Day

Feb 12, 2020

MPN Peoria: Rare Disease Day Recognition Letter 2020

Jan 22, 2020

Beet Soup (Smooth and Velvety)

Weight May Affect Your Risk of Breast Cancer

Jan 22, 2020

How Your Weight May Affect Your Risk of Breast Cancer By Dana Humes-Goff

Before and After Laser Treatments

Jan 16, 2020

Three Things I’ve Learned By Leslie Ann Gilstrap, LE

Couri Center Team

Dec 27, 2019

A Team Approach to Weight Loss By Leslie Rusch-Bayer

Dec 12, 2019

CBD: Why Quality Matters! By Hope Placher, PA-C, MMS

Magic Behind Couri Center

Dec 5, 2019

The Magic Behind the Couri Center By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

Dec 5, 2019

Hearty Chicken Stew with Butternut Squash and Quinoa

What's all the beef about?

Nov 6, 2019

What’s All the BEEF About? By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Oct 23, 2019

Let’s Talk About HPV By Alexandra Mathern, MD

Ginger Roasted Pumpkin and Quinoa Salad

Oct 9, 2019

ginger roasted pumpkin + quinoa salad w/ mint, chilli + lime

Osteoporosis - Xray

Oct 4, 2019

Osteoporosis: How to Prevent a Silent Killer By Deborah Collins, PA-C

PCOS Affects 1 in 10 Women

Sep 17, 2019

Are You The One In Ten? By Dana Humes Goff, APRN, CNM, DNP

ABCs of CBD Oil

Aug 21, 2019

The ABCs of CBD By Renee Alwan Percell, MMS, PA-C

Wellness Routine

Jul 9, 2019

How to Apply Current Health Trends to Your Lifestyle By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Jul 5, 2019

What’s Your Daily Routine? By Leslie A. Gilstrap, Licensed Esthetician

Kale and Broccoli Salad Recipe

Jul 5, 2019

Creamy Kale and Broccoli Salad

Jul 5, 2019

The Benefits of the HPV Vaccine By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

Explore the Connection

Jun 14, 2019

Explore the Connection. Food Sensitivity Testing at the Couri Center

Dr. Alexandra Mathern

Jun 5, 2019

We’re Growing! An Interview with Dr. Alexandra Mathern

Vulvovaginal Atrophy

May 22, 2019

Vulvovaginal Atrophy: Early Treatment Improves Outcome By Dr. Kaleb Jacobs, DO

Gynecological Speculum

May 16, 2019

The Origin of the Gynecological Speculum By Dana Humes Goff

May 15, 2019

Recipe of the Month: Raw Exotic Avocado Truffles

Thermography Myth

May 15, 2019

The Thermography Myth By Renee Alwan Percell, MS, PA-C

Break Up with Your Makeup

Apr 24, 2019

Break Up with Your Makeup By Leslie A. Gilstrap, Licensed Esthetician

Deborah Collins

Apr 17, 2019

The Couri Center Welcomes Deborah Collins, M.S., PA-C

Mental Fortitude

Apr 10, 2019

Mental Fortitude By Hope Placher, MMS, PA-C, IFMCP

The Art of Healing

Mar 13, 2019

The Art of Healing: Intersecting Intellect and Compassion By Michele A. Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

How to Lead Your Teen

Mar 13, 2019

How to Lead your Teen Toward a Healthy Lifestyle By Leslie Rusch Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Mar 5, 2019

Turning the Page…By Terry Polanin, APRN

Feb 26, 2019

Pain Relief for Endometriosis By Dr. Kaleb Jacobs, D.O.

Teen Girl's First Gynecological Visit

Feb 6, 2019

Update: Teen Girl’s First Gynecological Visit By Dana Humes Goff, APRN, CNM, DNP

Thai Chicken Soup

Jan 2, 2019

Thai Chicken Soup

Prevent by Couri

Dec 27, 2018

Introducing Prevent By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

Antibiotic Pills

Dec 13, 2018

Do I Really Need an Antibiotic? By Renee Alwan Percell, MMS PA-C

Do foods really affect your skin?

Dec 13, 2018

Do Foods Really Affect Your Skin? By By Leslie A. Gilstrap, Licensed Esthetician

Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Dec 13, 2018

How to Navigate the World of Omega-3 Fatty Acids By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN CPT

Holiday 2018 Newsletter

Oct 31, 2018

Couri Center Holiday 2018 Newsletter

Liletta IUD Update

Oct 23, 2018

IMPORTANT LILETTA IUD UPDATE from the Couri Center

Vegan Sweet Potato Soup with Kale Recipe

Oct 23, 2018

Holiday 2018 Recipe : VEGAN SWEET POTATO SOUP WITH KALE

Bali, Indonesia

Oct 19, 2018

A Glimpse of Bali, Indonesia By Terry Polanin, MS, APRN, FNP-BC

Before and After

Oct 19, 2018

Determined to Regain Her Health By Leslie Rusch-Bayer

Breast Cancer: Knowing Your Risk

Oct 18, 2018

Breast Cancer: Knowing Your Risk Could Change Your Life By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

DIY Spa Treatments

Oct 18, 2018

DIY Spa Treatments By Leslie A. Gilstrap, Licensed Esthetician

Vaginal Discharge 101

Oct 18, 2018

Vaginal Discharge 101 By Hope Placher, MMS, PA-C, IFMCP

Dr. Michele Couri - News

Oct 8, 2018

HOI Peoria, IL News on Supplements featuring Dr. Michele Couri

Vegetable Stuffed Sole with Dill Butter

Aug 28, 2018

Vegetable Stuffed Sole with Dill Butter

Aug 24, 2018

Dr. Couri’s Favorite Antioxidants By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

Aug 24, 2018

Low Libido By Dr. Kaleb Jacobs, DO

Body Aging and Childbirth can lead to incontinence

Aug 24, 2018

I Said NO to Incontinence By Renee Alwan Percell, MMS, PA-C

Contraception methods

Aug 24, 2018

Contraception: Past, Present and Future By Dana Humes Goff

Aug 23, 2018

Intermittent Fasting – Part 2 By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Fennel, Beet and Citrus Salad with yogurt

Jun 29, 2018

Fennel, Beet, and Citrus Salad with Yogurt Dressing

Before and After IPL Photofacial

Jun 29, 2018

What is an IPL Photofacial? By Leslie A. Gilstrap, Licensed Esthetician

Jun 29, 2018

Intermittent Fasting Explained By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Annual Well-Woman Exams

Jun 29, 2018

Why We Recommend an Annual Well-Woman Exam By Terry Polanin, MSN, APN, Certified Family Nurse Practitioner

Hereditary Cancer Screening

Jun 29, 2018

Hereditary Cancer Screening By Hope Placher, MMS, PA-C, IFMCP

Jun 29, 2018

Are You Tired of Leaking? By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

Nourish with passion

Apr 26, 2018

Seared Shitake Mushrooms and Spinach Salad By Chef Golda Ewalt

Bare Down There?

Apr 26, 2018

Bare Down There? By Dana Humes Goff, APN, CNM, DNP

Renee Alwan Percell

Apr 26, 2018

The Integrative Consult: My Experience By Renee Alwan Percell PA-C, MMS

Apr 26, 2018

Shingles. Are You at Risk? By Dr. Kaleb Jacobs, DO

Laser Hair Removal

Apr 26, 2018

Laser Hair Removal FAQ’s By Leslie A. Gilstrap, Licensed Esthetician

Apr 26, 2018

Rotational Diets are Crucial. Here’s Why. By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

CouriGirl MedPax

Apr 26, 2018

New Couri girl MedPax™ By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

Little Quinoa Patties Recipe

Feb 12, 2018

Spring Recipe: Little Quinoa Patties

Hormone Therapy

Feb 12, 2018

Exciting News for Hormone Therapy By Terry Polanin, MSN, APN

How to Maintain a Healthy Metabolism

Feb 9, 2018

How to Maintain a Healthy Metabolism By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Feb 9, 2018

Combating Estrogen Dominance By Hope Placher, MMS, PA-C, IFMCP

Feb 9, 2018

Why High Intensity Interval Training Matters As We Age By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

Harvard Health Publishing - Harvard Medical School

Jan 24, 2018

Vaginal Laser Therapy

Dec 20, 2017

Skin Tip By Leslie Gilstrap, Licensed Esthetician

Five Star Rating

Dec 19, 2017

2018: Creating a Lifestyle You can Live With By Leslie Rusch Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Dec 19, 2017

The Menstrual Cup By Dana Humes-Goff, APN, CNM, DNP

Yes, You Can Get Relief from GSM

Dec 19, 2017

Yes, You Can Get Relief From GSM! By Dr. Kaleb Jacobs, DO, OB/GYN

Expanded Coverage for Diagnostic Mammograms

Dec 19, 2017

Dense Breast Tissue & Mammograms By Renee Alwan Percell, PA-C

Dec 19, 2017

Cheers to 2018! By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

Oct 30, 2017

Lessons from the Japanese by Terry Polanin, MSN, APN

Oct 30, 2017

Is Fruit the Foe? by Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Oct 30, 2017

Cologuard® by Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

Oct 30, 2017

Nurturing Self-Care by Hope Placher, PA-C, IFMCP

Lentil and Vegetable Soup with Bacon

Oct 30, 2017

Recipe: French Lentil & Vegetable Soup with Bacon

Abnormal bleeding and Steroid Use

Aug 28, 2017

Abnormal Bleeding and Steroid Use By Dana Humes Goff, APN, CNM, DNP

Aug 28, 2017

Top Questions Answered: HPV Vaccination By Renee Alwan Percell, MMS, PA-C

Aug 28, 2017

Understanding the Pap Smear By Dr. Kaleb Jacobs, DO, OB/GYN

Aug 28, 2017

Precious Steps By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

Chicken Shawarma Bowls

Aug 28, 2017

Recipe: 15-Minute Chicken Shawarma Bowls

Jun 22, 2017

Juice: A Beverage of the Past? By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Jun 22, 2017

Sage Advice By Terry Polanin, MSN, APN

Creative Healing

Jun 22, 2017

Creative Healing By Hope Placher, MMS, PA-C, IFMCP

Harvesting Rewards of Mentorship

Jun 22, 2017

Harvesting the Rewards of Mentorship By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

Portobello Burger

Jun 22, 2017

July/August Recipe: Grilled Portobello Burger

Open the door to wellness

Apr 24, 2017

Integrative Consultation at the Couri Center

Zesty Shrimp and Black Bean Salad Recipe

Apr 24, 2017

Recipe: Zesty Shrimp & Black Bean Salad

What's in a Number?

Apr 24, 2017

What’s in a Number? By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Apr 24, 2017

Skincare By Dana Humes Goff, APN/DNP

Teenager Gynecology Visit

Apr 24, 2017

Her First Gynecology Visit By Renee Alwan Percell, MMS, PA-C

Apr 24, 2017

Celebrating the Retirement of Sue Lang, MS, APN, CNM

Goodbye "Aunt Flo"

Apr 24, 2017

Say Goodbye to “Aunt Flo” – Options for Heavy Menstrual Bleeding By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

Vaccine to Prevent Cancer

Feb 27, 2017

A Vaccine To Prevent Cancer—New Updates By Terry Polanin, MSN, FNP-BC

Finding Joy in Everyday Movement

Feb 27, 2017

Finding Joy in Everyday Movement By By Hope Placher, PA-C, MMS, IFMCP

Carbon Monoxide Safety

Feb 27, 2017

Reduce Your Risk: Carbon Monoxide Safety By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

Feb 27, 2017

What’s In Your Protein Bar? By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Cilantro Walnut Pesto Recipe

Feb 27, 2017

March Recipe: Cilantro Walnut Pesto

Ultimate Winter Bliss Bowl

Jan 26, 2017

February Recipe: Ultimate Winter Bliss Bowl

Power of Plants

Jan 26, 2017

The Power of Plants By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Jan 26, 2017

Improving Your Health with Tai chi By Sue Lang, APN, CNM

New Law on Domestic Violence

Jan 26, 2017

New Law on Domestic Violence By Dana Humes Goff, CNM/APN, DNP

Love the Skin that You're in

Jan 26, 2017

Love the Skin that You’re In By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABIHM

Rediscover Yourself

Dec 15, 2016

Rediscovering Yourself By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Dec 15, 2016

Being A Strong Woman By Terry Polanin, MSN, APN

Dec 15, 2016

Defy Gravity in the New Year! By Renee Alwan Percell, MMS, PA-C

Dec 15, 2016

Empowering You to Be Your Best By Dr. Michele Couri, MD, FACOG, ABI

Brown Butter Brussels Sprouts Pasta with Hazelnuts

Dec 15, 2016

January Recipe: BROWN BUTTER BRUSSELS SPROUTS PASTA WITH HAZELNUTS

Nov 29, 2016

Vegan Holiday Eggnog

Dana Humes Goff

Nov 29, 2016

Meet Dana! A candid interview with Dana Humes Goff, APN, CNM, DNP

Brave, Bold & Fearless

Nov 29, 2016

Brave, Bold & Fearless: Her Story By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Stress and the Holidays

Nov 29, 2016

Stress and the Holidays By Sue Lang, APN, CNM

Sweet Potato and Peanut Soup

Nov 1, 2016

November Recipe: Sweet Potato and Peanut Soup

Holidays without Treats

Nov 1, 2016

Living Through (and Loving) the Holidays without Treats By Leslie Rusch-Bayer, RD, LDN, CPT

Nov 1, 2016

Change of Seasons… Change of Habits By Terry Polanin, MSN, APN, Family Nurse Practitioner

Nov 1, 2016

What is the Best Method of Birth Control for my Daughter? By Renee Alwan Percell, PA-C