Influenza, or the flu, is more than just fever, aches, coughs, and a sore throat. It’s not just a nuisance that keeps adults home from work and children home from school as it runs its course within a week or two. The flu can last for much longer than that and can come with many complications – it's Read More
Primary Care Physician
Why Multi-Specialty Medical Groups Have Superb Patient Care
Patients with several health conditions have to visit several medical offices to get each issue treated. For example, a person with diabetes, high blood pressure, and arthritis would need to see 3 different specialist physicians along with a primary care physician to take care of all of these health Read More
Can Your Primary Care Physician Help Your Osteoarthritis?
When you’re in pain or have any type of healthcare situation, who’s the first medical professional you turn to? For many people, it’s their primary care physician. After all, your primary care doctor can usually diagnose your condition and set you on the right course. If they cannot, he or she Read More
What is the Role of a Primary Care Physician in Your Healthcare
Primary Care Physicians fill an important role in modern healthcare. Studies have consistently shown that patients with a dedicated primary care physician live longer, and have better overall health than those who do not. This is not really all that surprising since the role of a primary care Read More
Surprising Reasons to Visit Your Primary Care Physician
At Intercoastal Medical Group, we understand that it is often easy to rationalize, or find an excuse to avoid doing something you may not want to do. And many people simply put off going to see the doctor because they are just too busy. Others worry that they are being silly, or that their Read More
5 Tips for Choosing Your Primary Care Doctor
A primary care doctor is your first line of defense when seeking treatment for illness or injury. A good primary care physician provides wellness care, screenings, immunizations, and treatment for non-emergency injuries and conditions. They also coordinate your overall care with other medical Read More
Things You Should Tell Your Doctor During an Exam
When you are sick or getting a checkup from your doctor, it is easy to let something you may have noticed or had a question about slip your mind. Some people might also feel uncomfortable asking their physician a question because they are worried that they will sound silly or even stupid. In order Read More