What is primary care?
A primary care physician is usually the first doctor you consult during illness or for a health assessment. Whether it’s the flu, diabetes or depression, primary care doctors are the first step to diagnosis and treatment.
Why should I have a primary care physician?
One major benefit to having a primary care doctor is consistency of care. Your primary care doctor will know your complete health history and he or she will know when you need to see a specialist.
What Primary Care doctors do?
- Cancer Screening
- Dermatology
- Disease Prevention
- OB-GYN
- Pediatrics
- Psychological
- Digestive disorders
- Eye
- Ear
- Circulatory
- Respiratory
- Urology
- Pregnancy, childbirth, family planning
- Female genital system and breast
- Male genital system
- Neurological
- Musculoskeletal
- General or unspecified health concerns
Why should I choose a doctor before I’m sick?
Establish a relationship with a doctor who knows you and your medical history. Your primary care doctor can diagnose your illness, screen for cancer and recommend a specialty physician who would best fit your needs, whether you’re in need of surgery or hospitalization.
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- Family Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- OB-GYN
- Pediatric Clinic
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