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Questions? Call the clinic at (607) 422-3846.
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Primary Care
Primary Care Providers
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Primary Care refers to the branch of medicine focused on providing comprehensive, accessible, and continuous care for individuals a wide array of services, such as:
- Preventive Care: Regular check-ups, screenings, and vaccinations to prevent illnesses and promote overall health.
- Diagnosis and Treatment: Identifying and managing common medical conditions and diseases.
- Management of Chronic Conditions: Ongoing care for chronic illnesses like diabetes, hypertension, and asthma.
- Health Education: Offering guidance on lifestyle choices, nutrition, and wellness strategies.
- Coordination of Care: Referring patients to specialists or coordinating with other healthcare providers when needed.
A primary care provider (PCP) is a healthcare professional who serves as the first point of contact for patients and manages their overall health care. This category includes:
- Family Physicians: Physicians who provide comprehensive care for individuals of all ages, from infants to the elderly.
- Internists: Physicians who specialize in adult medicine, focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases.
- Pediatricians: Physicians who specialize in the care of infants, children, and adolescents.
- Nurse Practitioners (NPs): Advanced practice registered nurses who can provide a wide range of healthcare services, including diagnosis and treatment of illnesses.
- Physician Assistants (PAs): Healthcare professionals who work under the supervision of physicians, providing diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive care.
These providers play a crucial role in managing patient health, coordinating care, and referring patients to specialists when needed.
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Comprehensive cardiac care close to homeFebruary 10, 2025Your heart works hard for you every day and taking care of it is one of the most important things you can do for your health. UHS is proud to offer exceptional cardiac care close to home, with experienced specialists and innovative technology to keep your heart healthy and strong.
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Employees wear red to support Women's Heart HealthFebruary 07, 2025UHS employees across the system wore red Friday, February 7 to support women's heart health and National Wear Red Day! National Wear Red Day raises awareness of heart disease in women, and encourages action to save more lives.
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UHS earns ‘Gold’ on Well-being Works Better ScorecardFebruary 06, 2025The American Heart Association has awarded UHS national Gold-level recognition for our commitment to employee health and well-being as measured by the Association’s 2024 Well-being Works Better Scorecard™.