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Family Medicine
Dean
Health System's Family Medicine specialists
provide primary medical care for patients
of all ages, with a strong emphasis on the family.
Family physicians see patients of any gender and age, from infants to the elderly. Many people choose a family physician (sometimes called a family practitioner) so that the whole family sees the same doctor. The Family Medicine physician is in an ideal position to coordinate overall care for all family members, and to refer specialty care and services with the family's best interests in mind.
Family Medicine with Obstetrics
Some family physicians deliver babies. Those who do will indicate "Family Medicine with Obstetrics" as their practice specialty. They have additional qualifications in prenatal care, pregnancy, and delivery of babies.
Family Medicine Services
- Comprehensive diagnosis and primary care services for the whole family
- Treatment of acute and chronic illnesses
- Disease prevention and management, including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, arthritis, cholesterol management, etc.
- Men's health
- Women's health
- Senior health
- Pediatric and adolescent health
- Physicals and screenings
- Well-child check-ups
- Immunizations
- Mild injury care (cuts, bruises, sprains, pulled muscles)
- Minor procedures (removal of lesions, wart treatment, etc.)
- Healthy lifestyle management, including smoking cessation and weight management
See our recommended resources for more information about Family Medicine and health care for the entire family.
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