Because there can be some overlap, there tends to be some confusion about the differences between family practices and primary care practices. A family practice combines pediatrician and internist services, offering care for both children and adults. A primary care practice specializes, primarily, in internal medicine and mostly treats adults. At The Boroughs Medical and Wellness Center, we treat all members of the family over the age of 18.
We provide comprehensive medical care to our patients, starting with a thoughtful and thorough evaluation of your symptoms. We take the time to get to know you and your symptoms, ensuring that we reach the proper diagnosis and identify the best treatment course. Primary care practices like ours are designed to treat a wide variety of medical concerns. And we have built an extensive network with other medical professionals so that we can refer our patients to specialists when they need them.
Why You Need a Primary Care Physician
Even if you are generally healthy, it’s always a good idea to have a primary care doctor that you trust. Primary care physicians can provide you with comfortable and reliable services when problems do occur or when you are looking for medical guidance. When it comes time for a flu shot, routine physical, cold or flu treatment, or symptom evaluation, you’ll have an office to call and a trusted physician to rely on.
Another factor to consider is that decade-long studies have identified primary care access as a positive influence on life expectancy. The breakdown of the study, titled “More primary care physicians leads to longer life spans,” highlighted the fact that primary care physicians are prolonging our lives. Primary care physicians are the main point of contact for the majority of the population. We often perform preventive care, cancer and other health condition screenings, and early diagnoses. We ensure that things are working as they should be and know how to step in when they are now.
Further Benefits of Choosing a Primary Care Physician
Preventive care or primary care is also associated with:
· Better health at lower costs, as many preventive care services are covered fully by insurance and are generally more affordable than intensive treatments that might come later from long-term neglect
· Less time spent in treatment since your primary care physician can address multiple health needs in one appointment
· Networks of trusted specialists, including dermatologists, allergists, and others that they can refer you to when you need further assistance; we will also coordinate with these specialists to ensure that they have the right information and you are not wasting time on duplicate intakes or repeat tests
· You’ll have a healthcare guide, a trusted health advocate and advisor, and a guide to help you maintain your long-term health rather than going to different offices and having to explain the same pieces of your medical history at each new visit
Think about it this way: you visit your dentist every six months for a cleaning, rather than waiting for a toothache to bring you in for a root canal. They keep detailed records, they know your history, you see the same familiar faces each time you visit the office, and you feel comfortable speaking to them about your dental concerns. The same approach you take with your dental health should be taken with your physical and emotional health, too.
The Services We Offer
Our philosophy is that it’s better to prevent a disease than to overcome it. The importance of preventative care cannot be understated. With this in mind, we aim to help each of our patients maintain a healthy lifestyle. But when medical concerns arise, as they often inevitably do, we provide high-quality comprehensive healthcare and treatments using the latest technology, too. Our office operates on the values of compassion, ethical treatment, privacy, and dedication.
As your primary care practice, we hope to become trusted confidants that you can turn to in your pursuit to make healthy choices and achieve long-term health benefits from them, both for yourself and your family. Among our many dedicated services, we offer:
· Symptom evaluation
· Prevention and diagnosis of conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, mood disorders, and more
· Comprehensive care for acute and chronic illnesses
· Women’s health services
· Routine vaccinations, including flu shots for adults
· Minor procedures, including sprains, insect stings, and care for other minor emergencies
· Surgical biopsies of rashes or skin growths
· Removal of unwanted skin lesions
· Same or next-day appointments for acute medical problems
· Physical exams and routine check-ups
The Boroughs Medical and Wellness Center
Our office, run by Dr. Zainab Nawab ad our exceptional clinical team, is currently accepting new primary care patients. Our state-of-the-art facility and incredible, compassionate care work seamlessly together to improve your healthcare experience, guide you in a healthy lifestyle, and improve your overall well-being. There are countless benefits to seeking preventive medicine and we hope to be discussing them with you on a more personal level soon. Visit our website to schedule an appointment, get to know the team, or learn more about our services.
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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/02/190218123101.htm