The word Internal medicine is originated from the German word “Innere medizing”, which means laboratory studies (the study of disease and bacteria) and incorporation of these studies into the care and treatment of adults. It is a medical specialty focused on providing diagnosis and treatment of ill adults and care to healthy adults. The medical professionals who practice internal medicine are called internists or internal medicine doctors. Let’s talk about internists, when you should see ... [Read More]
Archives for September 2022
Top 5 Questions to Ask When Choosing Your Family Practice Provider
A family practice provider is a doctor, physician assistant, or advanced practice nurse practitioner who cares for the health and well-being of you and your entire family. That’s why you want to choose a provider with whom you can build a rewarding relationship. The first steps in finding a family practitioner include researching top providers in your area, making a list of your top choices, and narrowing down the list based on your preferences. Once you’ve narrowed down your list, you want ... [Read More]
Understanding Primary Care
Primary care is important because it’s your first line of treatment when you are sick, it helps you get advanced healthcare when you need it, and it can help prevent illness before it begins. Unfortunately, an increasing percentage of Americans do not have a primary care provider. The biggest reason why so many Americans don’t have a primary care provider is a simple lack of understanding about why primary care is important. Let’s talk about primary care, why you need it, and what a ... [Read More]
How to Choose a Primary Care Provider
Your primary care provider (PCP) is your medical “home” for all your health concerns and issues. They provide you with everything from the treatment of common illnesses to screening for deadly illnesses like cancer to referring specialists for chronic health conditions. It is important that you feel you can have honest conversations with your PCP so that they can develop a deep understanding of your health, and so that you trust each other and develop a lasting relationship. Therefore, ... [Read More]