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
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Emergency 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 MoreConcierge Doctor: Preparing for Your Doctor’s Visit
Almost all of us have had the experience of getting home from a doctor’s appointment and then remembering something else we wanted to discuss. Or perhaps, the physician seemed too busy to listen to our concerns. With a concierge doctor, the physician is always available for you – so you never have to panic about
Read MoreHealthy Summer: Tips from Your PCP
Summertime means more social activities, family vacations, and trips to the beach. However, some of these activities can invite various types of health threats if you and your family and friends aren’t somewhat careful as you enjoy the long summer days. You can have fun all summer long while keeping yourself healthy by following these
Read MoreGeneral Practitioner: What It Is and Why You Need One
We hear of people “going to the doctor” – but if you don’t have your own doctor, how do you know what kind of doctor to choose? An internist – also called a doctor of internal medicine, or a general practitioner – focuses on providing adults with medical care that will help them achieve total
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