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The Future Of Vision And Eye Care

The Medical Futurist

Treating less serious ailments gets faster, more targeted and more efficient, while the means for curing more serious and life-altering illnesses improve. It greatly helps physicians in remote areas such as Sub-Saharan Africa diagnose and treat patients. Here, I outlined the way technology delineates the future of eye care and vision.

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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

Internal medicine is a medical specialty focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases in adults. Internists manage a wide range of conditions, including chronic illnesses like hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease, as well as acute issues such as infections or injuries. It’s about staying ahead of disease.

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What is primary care? Part 2

Noreta Family Medicine

The term GP was used more frequently in the past and according to this study , historically signifies a physician who completed some residency training after medical school, but did not fully complete the residency training. A primary care doctor knows your entire health history, so we may see your illness/problem in a different light.