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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

Internist : Specializes in adult medicine. They are trained exclusively to treat adults and often handle more complex conditions. In fact, many internists serve as primary care providers (PCPs) for adults. They are well-equipped to manage chronic diseases, provide routine screenings, and guide preventive strategies.

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Your First Line of Defense Against Illness

Mesa Family Physician

Think vaccinations, annual checkups, screenings for blood pressure or cholesterol, and lifestyle counseling. Your primary care provider (PCP) is the one who helps you implement a preventive strategy and adjust it as your needs evolve. What Is Preventive Care? So when people ask: What is primary care and preventive care?

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