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How Often Should You See Your Family Doctor?

Hitchcock Family Medicine

This is why you should schedule regular medical examinations, preferably with your family doctor. When to Consider Special Needs It is important to consider whether anything has changed since your last medical examination. The scheduling of medical visits may also depend upon your family's health history.

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5 Questions to Ask Your Family Doctor

Hitchcock Family Medicine

When it's time to go to the doctor, it is important to feel comfortable and confident that they can help you. Whether you're looking for a new primary care family doctor or getting special services, you should have some questions ready. Here are a few questions to ask your family doctor.

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Accessing Pediatric Endocrinology Online in Canada

Dr. Zaar

Finding timely and specialized medical care can be quite a challenge for families, especially when it comes to pediatric endocrinology. Thankfully, pediatric endocrinology online in Canada is becoming more accessible, providing convenience and quality care to families across the country. What Is Pediatric Endocrinology?

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Hormone virtual consultation for PCOS | Canadian women

Dr. Zaar

Specialization in distance: Even if you live in a small town or remote area, you can consult the top endocrinologist located in major Canadian cities. Once referred by a family doctor (which many services now help streamline), you can connect with an endocrinologist who will review your symptoms, blood work, and medical history.

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How to Get Rid of Old/Unused Medicines

Noreta Family Medicine

As a family doctor, I hear my patients talk about their “medicine cabinet full of old medicines” all the time. Even if you don’t flush your meds, chances are that someone in your family, a neighbor, etc. Accessed via [link] 3) To get rid of used needles – These require special attention! It’s ok to admit it.

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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

While many patients are familiar with terms like “family doctor” or “primary care,” the field of internal medicine often raises questions: What exactly does an internist do? Internist vs Family Doctor: What’s the Difference? A common comparison is between an internist and a family doctor (or general practitioner).

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What Is the Difference Between Family and Internal Medicine?

Hitchcock Family Medicine

Which Is Better: Internal Medicine or Family Medicine? Family medicine practitioners and internal medicine practitioners—referred to as internists—both practice as physicians. Family medicine physicians may get trained on health concerning women while internal medicine physicians might focus their training on cardiology or gynecology.