Marquissa Beverly, DPM

Medical Writer and Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board

Marquissa Beverly, DPM, MHA, graduated from Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine. She completed her three-year surgical training of the foot and ankle at South Miami Hospital. Dr. Beverly has 12 years of clinical and surgical experience in the lower extremity. She lives in the Tampa Bay area with her family where she works in private practice. Her passion is patient advocacy through education so that people may be active participants in their own health care. As a medical writer and reviewer, Dr. Beverly feels this allows her to reach more people to help them live healthier lives.

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A woman holding the lower level of her leg: Gabapentin for restless legs

Gabapentin for restless legs (RLS): What you need to know

Currently, gabapentin remains the first line of treatment for moderate restless legs syndrome

Two feet with a hand itching one of them: Thick peeling skin on feet

Health Education

Thick peeling skin on feet: Causes and treatment

If you still have thick, peeling skin after treating it with home remedies, it could be worthwhile to see your healthcare provider or a podiatrist to determine whether the cause is an underlying condition

Legs and feet of a person sitting on a bed: Why are my feet itchy at night?

Health Education

Why are my feet itchy at night?

Itchy feet can keep you up at night, but there are simple ways to prevent and treat the causes

Three Rx pill bottles: Celecoxib interactions

Celecoxib interactions to avoid

Medications to manage chronic arthritic diseases, blood pressure, and antidepressants will need to be closely monitored while taking celecoxib to avoid interactions

Three Rx pill bottles: Naproxen interactions

Naproxen interactions to avoid

The best way to prevent interactions while taking naproxen is first to know what negative side effects can occur while taking this NSAID

Woman holding her heel: Home remedies for cracked heels

Health Education

12 home remedies for cracked heels

Footwear, skin conditions, weight, career, and medical conditions are all causes of cracked heels

A woman's hand holding the heel of her foot: Causes of itchy feet

Health Education

What causes itchy feet? Related conditions and treatments

Environmental triggers and irritants are the most common causes of itchy feet

Three Rx pill bottles: Tizanidine interactions

Tizanidine interactions to avoid

Several drug interactions are associated with the use of tizanidine. Medications that increase the effects of tizanidine may cause increased drowsiness or lightheadedness to occur.

Scattered pill bottles: Baclofan interactions

Baclofen interactions to avoid

Muscle relaxers are sometimes used to manage muscle aches, tightness, and pain…

Updated on Sep. 18, 2023

Baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, and nail clippers: What type of toenail fungus do I have?

Health Education

What type of toenail fungus do I have?

Compare five types of toenail fungus and learn how to prevent infection

Updated on Jun. 30, 2023

Rx pill bottles: How much is Gralise without insurance?

How much is Gralise (gabapentin) without insurance?

Gralise costs $1,100 without insurance. Learn how to get Gralise at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.

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