Choosing the right primary care provider for you and your family is an
important decision. Primary care physicians who practice family medicine
help bridge the gap between a pediatrician, who cares for infants, children,
and teenagers, and an internal medicine doctor, who focuses on adult-specific
healthcare needs. With a family medicine practitioner, your family will
receive specialized care appropriate for each individual’s age.
Why Choose a Family Medicine Provider
Family medicine practitioners complete additional training after medical
school so they are able to care for people throughout their lives. That
means they are equipped to handle a variety of medical issues, from chickenpox
to arthritis and more.
Over time, your family medicine doctor will learn your family’s medical
history and be able to better understand the health risks all family members
are likely to face. This knowledge goes a long way in facilitating crucial
preventive care that can set you and your family up for long-term good health.
Additional Benefits of Having a Family Medicine Provider
In addition to keeping an eye on any medical red flags, family medicine
practitioners can save you time. Instead of having to scramble to find
care when you or a child falls ill, you’ll know exactly where to
go for treatment. Your provider’s office will already have your
family’s records for reference, making the path to recovery as short
as possible.
The time-saving benefit of having a family practitioner extends to when
you need to go elsewhere for treatment. If your doctor decides that you
need to see a specialist, their office will be able to help you set up
an appointment to get you the treatment you need. Navigating healthcare
on your own can be challenging. But with your family practitioner and
their support team, you can leave the heavy lifting to them. The transition
between offices will also be smoother due to your practitioner being able
to provide your medical information to the specialist, so you can spend
less time dealing with paperwork.
Enroll with a family medicine practitioner and keep your family’s
good health in the hands of experts who care.
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