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The Power of Words, 16 Years Later

A Country Doctor Writes

If a primary care patient was going through a difficult time with their social life or mental health, we would walk them down the hall to meet a therapist right then and there. Similarly, if a behavioral health patient looked like they had pneumonia, the warm handoff would go in the opposite direction. No counseling is offered.

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What Is The Best Example Of Preventive Care?

Mesa Family Physician

These measures are taken before any evidence of disease or injury is present and are designed to prevent health problems from occurring in the first place. At Mesa Family Physicians, we work with each patient to develop an integrated preventive care plan that evolves with changing health needs throughout life.