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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

Internist : Specializes in adult medicine. They are well-equipped to manage chronic diseases, provide routine screenings, and guide preventive strategies. After completing their core training, some internists choose to specialize further. While both provide primary care , there are some key distinctions.

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Screening for Dementia: A Podcast with Anna Chodos, Joseph Gaugler and Soo Borson

GeriPal

Summary Transcript Summary The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) concluded back in 2000 that there is insufficient evidence to recommend for or against routine screening for dementia in older adults. If so, how do we screen and who do we screen? Should it? Also common in dementia. Yeah, Medicaid program.

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Preventive Care To Maintain Your Overall Health

Mesa Family Physician

Preventive care refers to medical services that focus on early detection, routine screenings, and health counseling. It includes things like vaccinations, blood pressure checks, cancer screenings, and annual physicals. What Is Preventive Care?

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

Plum Health

For example, if you’re in your 50s, your primary care doctor might recommend routine screenings like colonoscopies or mammograms, depending on your gender. Chronic Disease Management Primary care is also crucial for managing chronic diseases. So, how do you choose the best primary care provider in Michigan?