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3 Conditions Internal Medicine Can Treat

Hitchcock Family Medicine

According to the American College of Physicians, a physician who specializes in internal medicine focuses on the treatment of sickness and diseases in adults. This type of doctor is often referred to as an internist or primary care doctor. Conditions such as asthma can also be treated through internal medicine.

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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. I once had a patient with an asthma attack come into urgent care.

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Michigan's Best Primary Care: Here’s Why It's a Game Changer for Your Health!

Plum Health

Your primary care doctor knows your medical history, understands your health goals, and works with you to keep you feeling your best. They can also refer you to specialists when necessary and coordinate your overall care, ensuring you don’t have to navigate the healthcare system alone.