When they hear the term “primary care,” most people simply associate it with their regular, go-to medical practitioner. Indeed, the short definition of “primary care” is that of health care service provided by a primary care physician (PCP) who is your initial medical point of contact, offering access to the information and resources you need
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A Day In The Life of A Primary Care Physician
Ever wonder what it’s like to be a primary care physician (PCP)? As a patient, you probably think that the sole role of your PCP is to see patients from 9 to 5 every weekday. If so, you might be surprised to know that a PCP often works up to 18 hours daily Monday through
Read MoreWhat Are Telehealth Services and How Do They Work?
Thanks to modern technology, patients now have access to a wealth of information about healthcare – including details about the symptoms and treatments for a wide variety of medical conditions. Even better, they can also have ultra-convenient, one-on-one online telehealth visits with their doctor. Telehealth, also known as telemedicine, enables you and your primary care
Read MoreEmergency Room vs. Primary Care Physician
When you’re sick or injured, you want prompt and effective medical care. Depending on the severity of your ailment, you have a couple of options – rush to the emergency room (ER) or visit your primary care physician (PCP). Does it matter who you see? After all, ER doctors and PCPs are both trained in
Read More5 Reasons to Use Telehealth Services
Telehealth, also called telemedicine, has been around for decades. Many people have called their doctor via phone to describe their health issue, and the doctor has then been able to prescribe or recommend treatment. In today’s climate of COVID-19, however, many people across the country had to quickly modify their modus operandi in how they
Read MoreChoosing the Best Primary Care Doctor for Your Medical Needs
A primary care doctor will often be your most important healthcare professional. Not only are they typically your first point of contact when you are sick, but they can also help to educate, guide, and empower you to make the best possible choices when it comes to your health. Let’s talk about how to go
Read MoreInternal Medicine Doctors: How to Find a Good One
An internal medicine doctor, or internist, is the ideal type of primary care physician for an adult. Whereas children are best served by pediatricians, adults are best served by internists. This physician is the doctor you will see for everything from your annual checkup to sudden minor injuries and illnesses. (For severe, potentially life-threatening injuries
Read MoreMaking the Most of Your Primary Care Visit
We all know that visiting a doctor is an important way to keep healthy and prevent future health problems, but are you making the most of your primary care visits? Prepare in Advance for Your Visit If you’ve come out of an appointment with your doctor only to remember you forgot to ask a particular
Read MoreThe Importance of Chronic Disease Management in the COVID-19 Pandemic
Keeping a chronic disease under control – such as diabetes, hypertension (high blood pressure), a neurological condition, or arthritis – must always be balanced along with mitigating other potential health conditions, such as viruses and bacterial infections. One concern among those who have a chronic condition is whether exposure to COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) would
Read MoreTHE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO TELEMEDICINE DURING COVID-19
There’s no question that telemedicine – also known as telehealth – is revolutionizing the medical industry by providing remote healthcare delivery services to those unable or reluctant to visit their doctor in person. However, it has become especially critical during the COVID-19 pandemic by ensuring safe, uninterrupted care for millions of Americans with acute and
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