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When we are little, wellness visits are a common part of our health routine—95% of children go to the doctor every year in the U.S. However, this shouldn’t change when we grow up, as primary care serves as the storefront to our health concerns and can help patients get a comprehensive understanding of their body.
Wellness visits are not just for when you get sick or injure yourself: they are a way to track your health’s evolution and secure it in the long-run.
When we shift our healthcare approach from reactive to preventive, there will be noticeable changes in our everyday life that reflect on our moods, diets, energy, and more.
At CareLife Medical, we have a team of primary care specialists who can help you:
- Detect health conditions during the early stages
- Manage your chronic conditions
- Get customized health advice
- Update your vaccinations
- Monitor your mental health
- Get preventive screenings according to your age
- Coordinate referrals when needed
You can contact our team to book your next appointment and start getting the personalized care you and your family have been waiting for.
Why Should I Go To My Wellness Visits? 7 Reasons
#1 Early Detection of Health Conditions
During wellness visits, your healthcare provider conducts certain routine screenings and key follow-up questions in case they notice anything unusual.
These can help catch issues like:
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes
- High cholesterol
- Asthma
And more, especially before actual symptoms arise. By doing this, you can get an early treatment that will often translate into a better outcome for years to come.
#2 Ongoing Management of Chronic Conditions
On the other hand, if you have already been diagnosed with a chronic condition like the ones we described above, your primary care professional will help you manage them and control your symptoms.
Depending on your age, physical condition, and specific issue, this management plan might include certain over-the-counter medications, prescriptions, lifestyle monitoring, and other alternative tools.
👐 Learn more about how we manage chronic conditions for a calmer life
#3 Personalized Health Advice
While it is not the same taking care of a young adult in their early twenties as it is for a elderly person, a primary care specialist knows exactly how to tailor their approach and recommendations to fit every individual.
Additionally, they will take into account your personal and family history and other aspects of your life for achieving more accurate diagnosis and better treatment plans.
If you want to:
- Improve your diet
- Find the best exercise for you
- Stop smoking
- Manage your stress
- Fix your sleep patterns
- And more,
A wellness visit with a primary care physician is the best place to start.
#4 Vaccination Updates
When mentioning a vaccination schedule, people tend to think about children. While extremely important, adults also need to get certain immunization updates, which your primary care physician can help you track.
Depending on your case, medical history, and lifestyle, some vaccines you might need are for COVID-19, influenza, shingles, pneumococcal, HPV, hepatitis A and B, and more.
#5 Mental Health Monitoring
At CareLife Medical, we care about much more than your objective results and metrics. We know true health starts and ends in our mind, and want to offer our patients alternatives for addressing any emotional issues they might be facing.
Our primary care physicians also check for signs of anxiety, depression, or even cognitive decline during your visit. If there is anything in particular you would like to discuss, it is a safe space to do so.
In case they determine you need professional assistance, they can also make the right referral for you.
#6 Preventive Screenings
Depending on your age and additional risk factors, your primary care professional can recommend certain preventive screenings every once in a while to rule out possible issues. These might include:
- In your 20s or 30s: pap smears, HPV testing, STI testing, blood pressure and cholesterol screening.
- In your 40s: mammograms for females, colorectal cancer screenings, eye exams.
- In your 50s: prostate exams for males, bone density tests.
- In your 60s and beyond: additional cancer screenings, diabetes tests, cognitive assessments.
#7 Coordination of Care and Referrals
Wellness visits with primary care professionals act as the hub for specialty care referrals, lab tests, and additional imaging. This allows for a cohesive healthcare experience and only going to a specialist when completely necessary.
Wellness Visits with Your Primary Care Physician at CareLife Medical
At CareLife, you will find a compassionate team ready to provide you with a safe and professional space for your primary care wellness visits. With time, we aim to build a strong and close relationship between provider and patient, that will improve your outcomes and make you feel safe and healthy. We know how important it can be having someone who knows your history and can advocate for you in more complex health situations.
Don’t wait until you are sick: contact CareLifeMedical and book your wellness visit today for planning for your future health.
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Your life deserves personalized care. Contact us and let us guide you.