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4 Ways Temporary Medical Staff Maintain Patient Care

Barton Associates

Across the United States, tens of millions of Americans live in areas with shortage s of primary care, dental, and mental health professionals. Enter temporary medical staff, such as locum tenens providers. Provide coverage for planned and unplanned time off without overburdening permanent staff.

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An Escape Fire for Healthcare

Noreta Family Medicine

I can tell you first-hand that this has allowed me to develop more trusting relationships with my patients, more time to identify and manage mental health concerns, and learn more about how a person’s lifestyle influences their health. I wish this patient had known about Direct Primary Care at that time.

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What is primary care? Part 2

Noreta Family Medicine

What is primary care? Part 2 Here are some frequently asked questions I get as a Primary Care Provider. As the name suggests, a family physician can take care of your entire family – from the day of your birth (even before!) In fact, I enjoy patients who are engaged in their care and ask questions.