Providing A Lifetime Of Care (4pg)

At Main Street Hospital, we have a team of internal medicine specialists, pediatricians, and family practice physicians who are ready to serve you and your family by providing a lifetime of care. After all, when it comes to your health and the health of your family, seeing a primary care physician on a regular basis and building a long-term relationship offers many benefits.

Benefit #1: Better Preventative Care
Having a primary care physician (PCP) is like having a personal health coach. It’s the job of your PCP to get to know you and become familiar with your medical history, to treat minor problems before they become major, and make informed recommendations about medical screenings you may need. Your PCP sees you as an individual.

They know who you are. In addition, by scheduling an annual physical exam, your PCP can detect unhealthy trends, such as weight gain or higher blood pressure, and begin treating these conditions before they become serious.

Benefit #2: Faster Answers
One of the main duties of your primary care physician is to be the first person in the healthcare system that you contact when you have a question or concern.

Benefit #3: More Resources
Your primary care physician can guide you in the right direction if you need to see a specialist for further evaluation and connect you with the resources you need.

Benefit #4: Better Communication
When you have a trusting relationship with your doctor, you feel more comfortable talking about sensitive medical issues. Your PCP is also responsible for coordinating the flow of information with other healthcare providers.

Benefit #5: A Lifetime of Care
By building a relationship with your PCP, you have someone who is committed to providing quality care during your entire life.

Benefit #6: Fewer Trips to the ER
Many people go to the Emergency Room for minor medical concerns when they don’t have a primary care physician. However, a PCP can often answer your questions over the phone or prescribe the right medication. And no emergency room physician can replace the relationship you have with your doctor or know your medical history so thoroughly.

Benefit #7: A Healthier Child
As children grow, it’s important for a child to see a pediatrician on a regular basis. In addition, mental and emotional issues, such as depression and attention deficit disorder, can be addressed. A pediatrician can also make sure your child’s immunizations are up-to-date, or conduct a sports physical for school.