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What to Expect During a Primary Care Visit

Mesa Family Physician

This blog covers everything you need to know—from appointment types and coding to telehealth options and what really happens during your time with the provider. Many patients ask: What happens at a new patient appointment in primary care? What happens at an establish care appointment? How to make a dr appointment virtually?

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Varicocele: Understanding Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options

Vascular Physician

Varicocele: Understanding Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options Varicocele is a condition that occurs when the veins within the loose pouch of skin that contain the testicles become swollen or enlarged. Additionally, the unique path of blood flow withing the left testicle makes it more likely to experience a varicocele than the right.

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Can a DVT go away on its own?

Vascular Physician

If your healthcare provider suspects that you could have DVT, they will likely perform a series of tests to provide you with a diagnosis and personalized treatment plan. If your healthcare provider suspects that you could have DVT, they will likely perform a series of tests to provide you with a diagnosis and personalized treatment plan.

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Arteriovenous Fistula: What It Is and How It Is Treated in Vascular Surgery

Vascular Physician

Diagnosis and Treatment of AVFs AVFs are diagnosed by a healthcare provider. Arteriovenous Fistula: What It Is and How It Is Treated in Vascular Surgery An Arteriovenous Fistula (AVF) is an abnormal connection between a vein and an artery. Typically, veins are connected to arteries by tiny blood vessels called capillaries.

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Renal Artery Stenosis: Is It Common & Life Threatening?

Vascular Physician

Here is what you should know about RAS before scheduling your next appointment with the trusted team at the Vascular Institute of the Rockies. Renal Artery Stenosis: Is It Common & Life Threatening? Renal artery stenosis (RAS) occurs when one or more of the arteries that carry blood to your kidneys become narrow. How Common is RAS?

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9 Technologies That Will Shape The Future Of Dentistry

The Medical Futurist

For dentists, it’s transforming diagnosis, decision-making, and treatment planning. We’ve all been through this as a kid and childhood memories stick with us, just recalling this might send a shiver down your spine. For patients, it promises more accurate care and better outcomes. And there are so many such devices on the market.

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Understanding Growth Hormone Treatment via Online Care in Canada

Dr. Zaar

That’s why getting an accurate diagnosis and hormone-specific treatment is so crucial. Thanks to the rise of virtual care, Canadians can now easily schedule appointments with licensed endocrinologists online. Convenience: Attend appointments from the comfort of your home, saving both time and travel expenses.