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What Are the Most Common Preventive Services? A Complete Guide

Mesa Family Physician

Our board-certified physicians and nurse practitioners develop individualized prevention plans that address your specific health needs and concerns. Regular preventive care helps our Mesa patients address these regional health concerns proactively, leading to better outcomes and reduced healthcare costs for our community.

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

Dr. Zaar

Certified Diabetes Educators (CDE): While not doctors, they play a key role in diabetes education and lifestyle support. Look for Board Certification and Credentials Make sure the doctor is board-certified in endocrinology or internal medicine. Ask: How many Type 2 diabetes patients do they treat each month?

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Family physicians perform high-quality colonoscopies, but access is an issue

Common Sense Family Doctor

Most patients who choose colonoscopy as a screening test for colorectal cancer are referred from primary care to a gastroenterologist or other specialist who performs endoscopy. But that wasn’t the case for the estimated 1 in 15 US patients whose screening colonoscopies were performed by family physicians in 2021.

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When to Go to a Doctor for Chest Congestion: At-home Care vs. Medical Attention

Doctor On Demand

This may mean you’re not getting enough oxygen, which can cause serious complications. Am I at risk for complications due to my medical history? If chest congestion is severe, prolonged, or caused by an infection, doctors may prescribe medicine to speed up recovery and avoid complications. What warning signs should I watch for?

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Why Regular Check-ups Matter: Preventive Care at Mesa Family Physicians

Mesa Family Physician

During your comprehensive check-up at our Mesa clinic, our board-certified physicians will not only assess your current health status but also help you understand your risk factors for various conditions based on your family history, lifestyle, and previous medical records. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all medicine.

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When to Go to Urgent Care for a Sore Throat: How Can Urgent Care Help?

Doctor On Demand

In fact, most sore throat symptoms resolve in three days for 60-70% of patients, according to March 2025 UpToDate, an evidence-based clinical decision support system used by healthcare professionals. Infections or allergic reactions can block your airway and lead to life-threatening complications.

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RCT of Palliative Care for Heart Failure and Lung Disease: David Bekelman and Lyndsay DeGroot

GeriPal

He also found gaps, including very few studies of patients with lung disease, and little impact of trials on quality of life. MOC points per podcast in the American Board of Internal Medicine’s (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Your research is a lot in this patient population, right? Important implications.