Primary care is the very first level of health care that you receive. Primary care providers fulfill all your primary care needs and keep you safe and healthy today and in the future. Because primary care providers know and understand your health history, wellness goals, and concerns, they partner with you to help you stay healthy and live your best life. Nowadays, more and more primary care physicians are also offering holistic healthcare options – which means any physical, mental, or ... [Read More]
Primary Care
Why Primary Care is Beneficial for Patients
Different levels of medical care are available to patients, each of which has unique advantages. Primary care is the first level of care that every patient receives. This type of care deals with a wide range of common illnesses and conditions that most of the population is susceptible to. Providers recommend that everyone see a primary care provider on a regular basis to maintain their health and prevent disease. Why is primary care beneficial for patients like you? Let’s find out. Early ... [Read More]
What Makes Up a Primary Care Team?
A primary care team is a group of health care professionals who work together to develop a plan of care that meets the patient's needs and provides comprehensive, patient-centered care. The team may include doctors, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. Let’s talk about every member of the primary care team and what they can do for you. Family Doctor A family doctor is a medical professional who provides primary care services to patients of all ages. They are trained in a variety ... [Read More]
Five Reasons Not to Go to Emergency for Your Primary Care Need
While it’s true that countless lives are saved in emergency rooms, going to the ER is not a solution for every medical concern— certainly not for your primary care needs. Unless your condition or injury is life-threatening or requires immediate treatment, an ER visit may only leave you with more problems than solutions. Below are five reasons you want to avoid going to the emergency room for your primary care needs. Reason #1 Emergency Room Visits Are Expensive. On average, a visit to a ... [Read More]
Can a Primary Care Center Help with Long-Term COVID Recovery?
Patients who get COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) tend to either have few to no symptoms, or severe symptoms. The emerging category of people who have tested positive for COVID-19 are those who have long-term COVID, or still continue to experience symptoms of COVID-19 months after initially contracting the coronavirus – whether or not you ever had severe symptoms. Do you have lingering symptoms after recovering from COVID-19? If so, you could benefit from partnering with a primary care ... [Read More]
