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What is primary care? Part 1

Noreta Family Medicine

After all, you will be going to this doctor to discuss almost all of your health needs and concerns (at least initially!). You need to be able to trust your doctor and build a relationship with them. Does the doctor’s office offer online scheduling? Can you text message with your doctor? 2) Who do your friends go to?

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You Know DPC is working when…

Noreta Family Medicine

We are dedicated to staying connected with our patients, ensuring they are up-to-date with follow-up appointments, preventive screenings, referrals, medication refills, and any other care needs. Dr. Boylan also regularly checks in with patients through our convenient text-messaging app, providing an extra layer of support. “

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Need to See a Doctor Fast? Here’s How Urgent Care Could Save Your Day

Plum Health

These are the moments when you don’t have time to wait for an appointment with your primary care doctor, and the emergency room (ER) seems like overkill. That’s where urgent care comes in—a middle ground that’s convenient, affordable, and effective. Arrive early or check-in online if your urgent care offers it.

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Q&A: Physicians Weigh Improvements in MASLD Treatment Against Gaps in Assessment Strategies

Physician's Weekly

Dr. Srivastava: This study is crucial because it provides robust evidence supporting weight loss as a primary intervention for MASLD. Encourage lifestyle modifications, provide continuous support, and consider the psychological aspects of weight loss. Referral to a weight management center can help.

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An Escape Fire for Healthcare

Noreta Family Medicine

At another point in the film, Dr. Andrew Weil, a well-known integrative medicine physician, states that due to short office visit times, many well-intentioned primary care doctors are forced to prescribe medications, instead of talking about treatments which have fewer side effects, such as nutrition changes. Have a good week!

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Telehealth Rollbacks Leave Patients Stranded

The Direct Doctors Difference

This recent Wall Street Journal article may have hit the nail on the head. This allowed patients who were sick or in need of prevention-related care from their primary care doctors or specialists to reach the doctor without going in for a visit.

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Screening for Dementia: A Podcast with Anna Chodos, Joseph Gaugler and Soo Borson

GeriPal

There’s an article about her in New York Times. Joe 03:55 You know, my thoughts are screening is important for a variety of reasons, and certainly Doctor Boris and Soo and Anna, Doctor chodos can provide a lot greater clinical insight than I. Eric 19:56 Okay, but I’m a primary care provider.

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