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5 Baby Safety Tips from a Family Physician and Mom

Vida Family Medicine

Try to get as much rest as you can and have your partner or other family members help with infant care during the day and overnight. If you are feeling this way, put your child down in a safe place and have your partner or a friend or family member take care of your child while you take a break to rest.

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What is primary care? Part 2

Noreta Family Medicine

What is the meaning of Family Medicine? As the name suggests, a family physician can take care of your entire family – from the day of your birth (even before!) I love family medicine because as family physicians, we can be trained to provide care for patients in many different settings.

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A COVID-19 Personal Story

Metro Family Physicians

By the 4th day, she was coughing & a little short of breath, which continued to worsen rapidly, so that on 4/15/2020, she had to go to the Emergency Room. days, she was not able to be hugged by her family. MPH-on behalf of Metro Family Physicians. She developed a high fever to 102+ approx. during this ordeal.

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How a Family Care Physician Can Save Your Life

Hitchcock Family Medicine

In fact, there are several ways that a family care physician can save your life. From treating personal injuries to helping prevent disease, your physician can do more things than you realize. Preventative Care A family physician will have a complete medical history for you and your family.