Long Island Primary Care Physician
Primary care physicians (PCP) are trained to give general medical advice on a broad range of illnesses; their knowledge is generally not restricted to one type of organ or medical condition. Apart from diagnosing and treating chronic illnesses, they are also equipped to advise on disease prevention and health promotion. The term “PCP” can refer to the following:
- Family practitioner: These doctors are trained to see patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.
- Internists: These doctors primarily focus on general medical issues common to adults. Many internists might also get additional subspecialty training in other areas, such as neurology, sleep medicine, dermatology or geriatrics.
- Pediatricians: These physicians specialize in care for children.
- Obstetrician and gynecologists: These doctors can act as PCPs for women’s health issues.
You can read more about PCPs on The Nemours Foundation website.
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What to expect in a primary care visit?
Make the best of your appointment experience by preparing for your visit. Here are some tips that might help you prepare for your appointment with your PCP:
- Ensure that you have your medical records ready for the appointment. This includes any test results that you might have undergone to confirm or rule out a diagnosis.
- Ensure that you are able to provide information about your current health conditions, any over-the-counter medicine or prescriptions medicines that you might be taking, your health history, your family history, any allergies you have, and contact information of any other doctors you have seen.
- Make a list of questions you might have about any conditions or symptoms you have, so you can get them answered during your appointment.
- You should also call the office beforehand to check whether your visit is covered by your insurance provider.
Sources: The Nemours Foundation, American College of Physicians
