Why Wait?
Primary Care
Family doctors and nurse practitioners play an important role as the first point of contact for most patients. They understand your medical history, which helps inform their decisions about the best treatment options for you. They assess, diagnose, and treat patients. They also refer patients for tests, procedures, and for consultations with specialists.
Book an appointment with your primary care provider for:
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Most medical issues
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Periodic health exams if you know you are at a higher risk for a specific medical condition
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Chronic illnesses
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Mental health issues
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Referrals to specialists
Did you know?
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Your doctor or nurse practitioner can order tests such as blood work, X-rays, MRIs, CT scans, arrange scopes (such as colonoscopies, etc.), and more
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They can also refer you to a specialist, including surgeons, cancer specialists, heart specialists, gynecologists, allergy specialists, psychiatrists, and more
Having trouble getting an appointment?
If you cannot get an appointment within a reasonable time frame, consider your other options: