Signs of pneumonia: Sometimes vague and unexpected
Using a vibration plate: What it can — and can't — do for your body
The surprising link between ovarian cancer and the fallopian tubes
People who walk more or walk faster live longer, study finds
For sleep apnea, a dental device may be as effective as CPAP
Rosacea treatments: What works?
Carb cycling: What is it, and does it work?
Salmonella, E. coli, Cyclospora, and other germs that cause food poisoning: What you need to know
Melatonin or magnesium: Can either supplement help you sleep?
Understanding orthorexia: Have your healthy eating goals gone too far?
Robert H. Shmerling, MD
Senior Faculty Editor, Harvard Health Publishing; Editorial Advisory Board Member, Harvard Health Publishing
Dr. Robert H. Shmerling is the former clinical chief of the division of rheumatology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), and is a current member of the corresponding faculty in medicine at Harvard Medical School. As a practicing rheumatologist for over 30 years, Dr. Shmerling engaged in a mix of patient care, teaching, and research. His research interests center on diagnostic studies in patients with musculoskeletal symptoms, and rheumatic and autoimmune diseases. He has published research regarding infectious arthritis, medical ethics, and diagnostic test performance in rheumatic disease. Having retired from patient care in 2019, Dr. Shmerling now works as a senior faculty editor for Harvard Health Publishing.
Twitter: @RobShmerling
Posts by Robert H. Shmerling, MD
Healthy aging and longevity
Does drinking water before meals really help you lose weight?
Diseases & Conditions
Why do your prescription drugs cost so much?
Exercise and Fitness
Seeking fitspiration on social media?
Healthy aging and longevity
Veins are a key player in the body: Here's why
Healthy aging and longevity
What to do when driving skills decline
Healthy aging and longevity
A tough question: When should an older driver stop driving?
Healthy aging and longevity
Kidneys, eyes, ears, and more: Why do we have a spare?
Healthy aging and longevity
Wondering what your lymph nodes have done for you lately?
Healthy aging and longevity
Got immunity? Thank your thymus
Healthy aging and longevity
7 organs or glands you may do just fine without
Healthy aging and longevity
Immune boosts or busts? From IV drips and detoxes to superfoods
Diseases & Conditions
Harvard Health Ad Watch: Why are toilets everywhere in this drug ad?
Diseases & Conditions
Leprosy in Florida: How worried should we be?
Preventive care
Think fast: How does your face protect you?
Healthy aging and longevity
Stomachs growl, noses run, and yawning is contagious: Ever wonder why?
Exercise and Fitness
Health warnings on exercise equipment: Should you worry?
Diseases & Conditions
Harvard Health Ad Watch: An IV treatment for thyroid eye disease
Bones and joints
Give praise to the elbow: A bending, twisting marvel
Diseases & Conditions
The FDA relaxes restrictions on blood donation
Bones and joints
Does running cause arthritis?
Healthy aging and longevity
Is snuff really safer than smoking?
Healthy aging and longevity
Drug recalls are common
Mind & Mood
Can electrical brain stimulation boost attention, memory, and more?
Diseases & Conditions
What happens when a drug goes viral?
Signs of pneumonia: Sometimes vague and unexpected
Using a vibration plate: What it can — and can't — do for your body
The surprising link between ovarian cancer and the fallopian tubes
People who walk more or walk faster live longer, study finds
For sleep apnea, a dental device may be as effective as CPAP
Rosacea treatments: What works?
Carb cycling: What is it, and does it work?
Salmonella, E. coli, Cyclospora, and other germs that cause food poisoning: What you need to know
Melatonin or magnesium: Can either supplement help you sleep?
Understanding orthorexia: Have your healthy eating goals gone too far?
