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About Primary Care
Primary care is your first line of health care. It’s focused on general health and well-being and is an excellent place to start if you’re sick, injured, or not feeling like yourself. At Summit Health Family and Urgent Care, Louis Graham, FNP, ENP, and the team specialize in primary care for families. Call the Haltom City, Texas, office or schedule your first appointment online today. Telehealth appointments are also available.
Primary Care Q&A
What is primary care?
Primary care is general everyday health care; when you’re sick or in pain, you might call your primary care doctor first.
Primary care doctors identify and treat common health conditions affecting people of all ages. Your doctor provides physical exams to diagnose your condition and offer the best treatment options so your health can start improving.
At Summit Health Family and Urgent Care, Louis handles many common conditions and illnesses, from acute illness to minor injuries. If you need additional care, he can refer you to a specialist.
What does primary care include?
Most primary care appointments start with a review of your medical and family health history. Louis looks for risk factors for disease and recommends preventive care to keep you healthy.
Primary care appointments also include a vital signs check and a physical exam.
Primary care includes services like:
- Care coordination with other providers
- Disease screenings and prevention
- Diagnosis and treatment of many illnesses
- Health education
- Injury care
At the end of your primary care visit, Louis can prescribe medication, recommend treatment, or refer you to a specialist for additional care. Sometimes, he schedules a follow-up appointment to monitor your health more closely.
Do I need a primary care doctor?
Having a primary care doctor means you have a medical professional who understands your unique health history and health needs. People who get regular physical exams and chronic care management with a primary care doctor generally enjoy better health than those who don’t have a primary care doctor.
You go to your primary care doctor when you’re sick, injured, or not feeling your best. Louis offers comprehensive physical exams and preventive screenings, as well as care for acute and chronic conditions.
If you have a chronic condition, primary care is an excellent way to manage it. Louis works with you and your other healthcare providers to give you comprehensive treatment that maintains or improves your health.
Learn more about primary care at Summit Health Family and Urgent Care. Call the office or schedule an appointment online today to get started. Telehealth appointments are also available.
