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What to Expect During a Primary Care Visit

Mesa Family Physician

What to Expect During a Primary Care Visit Visiting a primary care provider for the first time can bring up many questions. Whether you’re establishing care with a new physician or attending a new patient visit , understanding the process can help you feel more confident and prepared. How long will it take?

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Telemedicine Inequities Identified Among Patients With Diabetes

Physician's Weekly

Telemedicine use among primary care patients with diabetes varied by health system, with audio options linked to greater equity across racial and ethnic groups. The academic health system relied on video telemedicine and the safety net system delivered telemedicine via audio. Jonathan J.

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Risk of Acute Rhinosinusitis Progression Based on Duration of Symptoms, Method of Care, and Setting of Care [Acute respiratory infections]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: One of the most common primary care illnesses is acute rhinosinusitis (ARS). Setting & Population: Six practice-based research networks recruited patients aged 18-65 years with upper respiratory symptoms. Guidelines currently suggest treating ARS with antibiotics when persistent symptoms or double sickening occur.

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Traditional vs. Subscription Primary Care Payment Model: Which Fits You?

Plum Health

Subscription vs. Traditional Primary Care: Which Saves You More? Subscription vs. Traditional Primary Care: Which Saves You More? When it comes to finding good, reasonably priced primary care, the health care dollar seems daunting. What Is Subscription-Based Primary Care?

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Addressing diabetes management in the context of social needs: a qualitative study of primary care providers [Diabetes and endocrine disease]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Diabetes management (DM) for patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) can be hindered by non-medical, health-related social needs. Objective: To describe how primary care clinics have considered social needs in DM, and identify opportunities to support primary care clinics.

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5 Questions to Ask Your Family Doctor

Hitchcock Family Medicine

Whether you're looking for a new primary care family doctor or getting special services, you should have some questions ready. Your primary care physician could have a specialty, such as geriatrics or pediatrics. Are You Accepting New Patients? Do You Offer Telemedicine? Do You Have Any Specialties?

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10 Tips to Find the Best Diabetes Doctor for Type 2 Diabetes

Dr. Zaar

Understand the Different Types of Diabetes Doctors Before searching for a diabetes doctor, it’s important to understand the types of medical professionals who treat Type 2 diabetes: Primary Care Physician (PCP): Often the first point of contact, they handle basic diabetes management. Are they patient and open to your questions?