Regular check-ups with your primary care provider are an essential part of staying healthy. They can help detect and treat health problems early on, before they become more serious. Your primary care provider can also help you receive preventive care, such as vaccinations and screenings. Interested in learning more about how a primary care provider can help you? Keep reading! In this article, we delve deeper into why regular check-ups are important for your health. The Benefits of Regular ... [Read More]
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Taking Charge of Your Health: The Importance of Establishing a Primary Care Relationship
Being mentally and physically healthy can help you keep up with life’s ups and downs. Apart from exercise and a healthy diet, it is important to check in with your doctor regularly to maintain or improve your health. However, getting quality medical check-ups shouldn't have to involve long hospital queues. Building a trusted primary care relationship with your physician can ensure you and your family get the medical attention you deserve. What is Primary Care? Primary care is medical care ... [Read More]
SC Internal Medicine Associates and Rehabilitation, LLC voted as 2023 Premier Physicians
We are honored to have been voted as 2023 Premier Physicians by the readers of Columbia Metropolitan Magazine! We work hard every year to provide the highest quality, individualized care to every single one of our patients. We look forward to working even harder in 2024! ... [Read More]
Understanding Echocardiograms: A Comprehensive Guide to Heart Imaging
Echocardiograms are just one of the many cardiac imaging tests used by healthcare providers. Cardiac imaging helps in screening and diagnosing heart conditions. These imaging tests can find the cause of cardiovascular symptoms such as shortness of breath and chest pain. Echocardiograms also help your medical team monitor your heart in case you are already undergoing treatment. If you are thinking of getting an echocardiogram, here is a comprehensive guide on the topic. What are ... [Read More]
Immunizations and Vaccinations: Primary Care’s Role in Preventing Infectious Diseases
Immunizations and vaccinations are one of the most effective ways to prevent infectious diseases. Vaccines work by stimulating the body's immune system to produce antibodies that protect against specific diseases. They are safe and effective, and they have helped save millions of lives. In this article, we will explore where a primary care provider fits in the space of preventing infectious diseases through immunization. The Role of Primary Care Providers Primary care providers play a key ... [Read More]
