• Why is it important to have a primary care provider (PCP)?
o PCP’s help to keep patient care coordinated in one place.
o PCP’s place emphasis on preventative care such as screenings and advice on keeping you well. They want you to stay healthy and will talk about ways to maintain or improve good health.
o Developing a relationship with a PCP means someone knows your medical history and can more easily detect patterns, or see anomalies.
o With regular visits, issues can be detected sooner, rather than waiting until years later when more serious issues can arise.
o When a condition arises where you need to see a specialist, a PCP can refer you to the right specialist.
o Trust – your PCP will be prepared to answer any delicate or sensitive issue from your visit on. Developing a trusting relationship can make it easier to ask private medical questions about your concerns.
o Having a PCP can benefit your wallet.
• What should I look for in a primary care provider?
o Someone who listens, and provides answers to you in language you understand
o Makes you feel comfortable
o Wants to work with you to develop the best care plan for you and your goals
o Is interested in your well-being and
• Part of developing a relationship with a PCP is honesty – from both parties.
o Your PCP should be honest with you – giving you true facts about your health, risks and benefits of treatments, chances of a cure, etc.
o You should be honest with your PCP. If you aren’t truthful about your diet, exercise habits, and whether you take your medications or not, your PCP can’t provide you with the right guidance to stay healthy.
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