What we do
What is Family Medicine?
Family Medicine focuses on wellness. Through annual physicals and follow ups for chronic conditions, we strive to improve the quality of life for our patients by guiding them to manage their health. Through patient education, the providers partner with the patients to give them the best care possible.
Unlike other specialties that are limited to a particular organ or disease, family physicians are the only specialists qualified to treat most ailments and provide comprehensive health care for people of all ages — from pediatrics to seniors. This looks like:
- Caring for patients regardless of age or health condition, sustaining an enduring and trusting relationship
- Understanding community-level factors and social determinants of health
- Serving as a patient's first contact for health concerns
- Navigating the health care system with patients, including specialist and hospital care coordination and follow-up
- Using data and technology to coordinate services and enhance care
- Considering the impact of health on a patient’s family
- Identify and treat health issues before they worsen
- Provide guidance on reducing your risk for disease
- Review any changes that have occurred over the last year
- Encourage healthy choices and lifestyle
- Monitor your risk for certain illnesses and diseases
- Review your risk of future health problems
- Get better treatment options
- Review your medications
Annual physical exams are essential to your ongoing health.
Here are some benefits of getting an annual physical: