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What Are the Most Common Preventive Services? A Complete Guide

Mesa Family Physician

As your trusted healthcare providers in Mesa, Arizona, we’re committed to helping you understand and access the preventive services that can keep you and your family healthy for years to come. At Mesa Family Physicians, we believe that preventing illness is always better than treating it.

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“The physician–patient encounter is health care’s choke point” -NEJM

A Country Doctor Writes

This week’s Journal has a very profound article about why healthcare has not evolved through its technology the way other sectors of society have. 1) Healthcare is not at all customer centered. 1) Healthcare is not at all customer centered. A Country Doctor Writes: is a reader-supported publication.

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The US Healthcare System vs…….South Park ?!?!

Noreta Family Medicine

The US Healthcare System vs…….South Although the medical focus of this video is obesity, I was intrigued by the other highlighted theme – the endless spool of red tape in healthcare. For instance, in May, I prescribed a diabetic medicine for a patient. Insurance companies tend to lag behind current medical research.

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Why Concierge, Concierge Doctor, and Concierge Medicine Are Revolutionizing Healthcare (And Why You Should Care)

Plum Health

Concierge, Concierge Doctor, Concierge Medicine: Understanding Personalized Care As a doctor with years of experience in the healthcare industry, I've witnessed the ever-changing landscape of medicine. One of my favorite success stories involves a patient who had a strong family history of diabetes. What is Concierge Medicine? "A

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How to Get Ozempic & GLP-1’s Covered by Insurance (or Save Big with Plum Health Direct Primary Care): The Ultimate Guide You Can’t Afford to Miss!

Plum Health

Managing diabetes—especially as you get older—can be challenging physically, emotionally, and financially. If you’re living with Type 2 diabetes, you’ve probably heard of Ozempic, Wegovy (semaglutide), Mounjaro or Zepbound (tirzepatide). Is Ozempic (Semaglutide) Covered By Insurance? Interested in learning more?

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Winning the Battle Against Obesity – Digital Health Visions

The Medical Futurist

How can these new solutions seamlessly integrate into our lives, our healthcare systems, and our overall health management? Obesity increases the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease, it can affect bone health and reproduction, and it also increases the risk of certain cancers. However, they have not yet become widely accessible.

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How to Choose the Best Hormone Doctor in Connecticut for Your Needs

Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

When you’re living with diabetes, thyroid disease, osteoporosis or another hormonal condition, working with the right hormone doctor is crucial for getting the care you need and staying healthy. For example, an endocrinologist might specialize in a condition such as diabetes or infertility or focus on treating children.