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Is there enough time for prevention in primary care?

Common Sense Family Doctor

Family physicians are being squeezed by two accelerating trends: (1) too few of us to care for the growing US population and (2) the rising number of tasks that we are asked to accomplish for each patient. hours) allocated to preventive care. hours) allocated to preventive care.

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Clinic views on tobacco screening and treatment for racially and ethnically minoritized parents in pediatric primary care [Child and adolescent health]

Annals of Family Medicine

Delivering parental tobacco treatment during pediatric primary care visits may help to reduce the effects of these structural barriers, thereby increasing the likelihood of parental tobacco cessation and reducing children’s tobacco exposure in these populations. Setting: Primary care clinics in the Minneapolis-St.

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Physician leaders discuss how Permanente Medicine delivers value-based care

Permanente Medicine

Though value-based health care exists in different flavors, the most successful recipe prioritizes preventive care, physician leadership, innovations that drive quality outcomes, population health management rather than episodic care, and collaboration between physicians, clinicians, primary care, and specialty care.

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5 Essential Services Provided by Primary Doctors

Hitchcock Family Medicine

A primary care physician is the first point of contact when people want to receive care. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, over 50% of doctor office appointments are made with primary doctors. With that said, check out some essential services primary care physicians offer.

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Key Benefits of Regularly Seeing Your Primary Doctor

Hitchcock Family Medicine

The foundation of health is preventive care. Visiting a primary doctor can be an important way to stay healthy. According to Healthcare IT News, only 67% of people aged 25-35 have a primary care physician. There are several health screenings that you'll receive or that you can request at a regular doctor visit.

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How Often Should You See Your Family Doctor?

Hitchcock Family Medicine

Preventive care is one of the most important aspects of maintaining good health. Seeking care from a primary care physician instead of a specialist can also be beneficial in terms of reducing your medical expenses. If your family has a history of cancer, you may be given more frequent screenings for the disease.

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Proactive Wellness: The Lifesaving Benefits of Regular Check-ups 

East Cary Family Physicians

Regular check-ups allow your healthcare provider to conduct screenings, perform tests, and monitor vital indicators that may indicate the early onset of such conditions. Preventive Care and Health Maintenance: Beyond early detection, health check-ups facilitate preventive care.