Mohammad Dar, MD

Board Certified Internist & Health Policy Director

Dr. Mohammad Dar (MoDar) is a board certified Internist based in Boston, Massachusetts. With over seven years of experience in the medical field, he is skilled in epidemiology, healthcare, and health policy. Dr. Dar has had a myriad of experiences in healthcare, including working on the implementation of the Affordable Care Act at the White House Office of Health Reform, volunteering in rural Uganda with public health initiatives, and leading policy and on-the-ground COVID-19 operations during the pandemic. He has also worked on a number of innovative public health and insurance reform initiatives in Massachusetts. Dr. Dar received a BS in Cell and Molecular Biology and History from The University of Michigan and an MD from The University of Michigan Medical School. He completed his residency training at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, from which he received the Golden Stethoscope Award.

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Use Ivermectin

Ivermectin is an antihelminthic medication that can be used to treat worms inside your body or mites on your body. Typically, oral ivermectin is used to treat worms, while topical ivermectin is prescribed for head lice, ...

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Apply Vicks VapoRub

Vicks VapoRub is a classic over-the-counter topical cough suppressant that's most commonly used to reduce the symptoms of a cold and can also relieve sore muscles and joints. Applying Vicks VapoRub is easy but it's impor...

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Take Lugol's Iodine Orally

Lugol’s iodine, sometimes called Lugol’s Solution or Lugol’s Strong Iodine Solution, is a combination of iodine and potassium iodide. While it’s usually used as a topical treatment to prevent skin infections, you...

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Get a Free Car if You Have a Disability

If you have a disability or a disabling medical condition, finding an affordable vehicle can be a challenge. In many places, having access to a car is a necessary part of being independent. Fortunately, there are ways to...

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Deal with Gout in Ankles with FSGS

FSGS or (Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis) is a rare condition which attacks the filtering system of the kidneys and leads to serious scarring. FSGS is also responsible for a more serious disease called Nephrotic Syndr...

How to Ask Your Doctor for Disability: What You Need to Know

Get your doctor’s support with our comprehensive guideThe process of filing for disability benefits or accommodation can be long and frustrating. A doctor’s support, however, can go a long way in getting you the help...

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Check the Babinski Reflex

The Babinski reflex is one of the common reflexes that newborn babies have. The reflex makes the baby's big toe curl upward when you apply pressure to their foot. It usually disappears by age 2, so checking for it is a g...

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Read an Audiogram

When you get a hearing test, you’ll receive an audiogram that shows your results. You’ll be able to see how well you hear sounds based on their frequency (also called pitch) and intensity (also called loudness). An a...

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Reduce Cortisol Levels with Medication

Cortisol is often called the stress hormone, but it performs a range of vital functions. High levels of cortisol may contribute to Cushing syndrome, as well as other cortisol-related disorders like anxiety and depression...