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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

They are well-equipped to manage chronic diseases, provide routine screenings, and guide preventive strategies. So if you’re wondering can an internist be a PCP , the answer is a clear yes. They are trained not only in diagnosing and treating illness, but also in coordinating care with specialists when necessary.

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The Importance of a Primary Care Relationship

Edge Family Medicine

Whether you’re visiting for an annual physical, managing a chronic condition, or simply seeking guidance on wellness, a consistent relationship with your provider creates the foundation for better outcomes and a better experience. Why Primary Care Relationships Matter A trusted PCP gets to know you — not just your chart.

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Guidelines or Goals in Heart Failure: A Podcast with Parag Goyal, Nicole Superville, and Matthew Shuster

GeriPal

And often patients are told there’s no cardiovascular problem, you don’t have heart failure, you’re older, or maybe it’s from another chronic condition or. Is your impression that HFpEFde is under diagnosed in older adults? Yes, over diagnosed in older adults are about right. Eric 13:28 Thank you.