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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Internal 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 MoreWhy Do You Need a Primary Care Physician?
There are plenty of things that can have a positive impact on your health and well-being, such as a nutritious diet, regular exercise, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. However, having a trusted primary care physician (PCP) by your side is essential to ensuring that any health issues are caught and treated early. Many conditions display
Read MoreThe Differences Between Preventative Care and Diagnostic Care
If you’re like most people, you probably only visit your doctor when you have a fever, cough, or pain – and need medical assistance. But what if you’re feeling fine and don’t have any symptoms? Does that mean you’re perfectly healthy? Diagnostic care is what your doctor provides when you exhibit symptoms that need to
Read MoreWhen to Visit a Primary Care Doctor
When was the last time you saw a primary care doctor? If you are like most people, you value the ability to see a doctor who knows you when you need him/her. That’s because people who have an established relationship with their primary care doctor have a much better chance of living a healthier life.
Read MoreHow Your Doctor Can Help You Manage Your Chronic Conditions
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines a chronic disease as a condition that lasts longer than one year and requires ongoing medical care and/or the limitation of daily activity. The good news is that many chronic illnesses are preventable or manageable once you’ve been diagnosed. The even better news is that if
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