Primary Care Physician Q&A

Everyone should have a primary care provider (PCP) they can rely on. While it may seem unnecessary, especially as we get older, to visit a doctor when we are not sick, primary care doctors offer important preventative screenings and tools that can help their patients stay healthier for longer. Primary care physicians work closely with their patients to develop respectful and trusting relationships. This often makes it easier for their patients to come to them with difficult questions that can ensure their provider will have a complete picture of their overall health. Scheduling regular check-ups with your PCP can also help them catch warning signs of serious health problems earlier, which can make a significant difference in the efficacy and availability of treatments. Without a primary care physician, you are missing out on crucial preventative care that could have a big impact on your healthcare experience overall.

While most children should visit a primary care physician once per year, healthy adults at average risk for serious conditions may be able to schedule an appointment every 2-3 years until they turn 30 or 40, after which an annual check-up is typically a good idea, as this is when many common diseases including diabetes and hypertension become more common and likely to develop. Of course, patients with chronic conditions that require ongoing attention and monitoring may need to see their doctor more frequently in order to receive the best treatment. At North Tex MedCare Clinic and Urgent Care, we are proud to offer our patients convenient access to exceptional primary care doctors who can provide important information on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle while also performing necessary physical exams and administering vaccinations. Patients may also see their primary care physician for acute illnesses or minor injuries as needed throughout the year.

As urgent care centers have become more popular and accessible, many patients will often forgo regular check-ups with a primary care doctor in lieu of simply walking into their nearest urgent care clinic when they require treatment for a specific condition. However, At North Tex MedCare Clinic & Urgent Care, we understand the importance of regular primary care visits. That is why we proudly offer not only urgent care services for minor injuries, respiratory illnesses, and other acute conditions that require immediate intervention but also provide comprehensive primary care. By offering these services at our clinic with or without an appointment, we hope to help as many people as possible in our community take control of their health and live a better life. Our primary care doctors are available on a walk-in basis when you don’t have time to make an appointment, which makes it easier than ever for our patients to receive vaccinations, undergo regular physical exams, and discuss their overall health with a dedicated physician. We know that the way our patients access healthcare is changing, and our goal is to ensure our practice is designed to fit our patient’s busy schedules, no matter their needs.

If you live in Allen, Fort Worth, San Antonio, & Addison TX area and are looking for a compassionate primary care doctor who can offer comprehensive care when you need it, contact North Tex MedCare Clinic and Urgent Care today to schedule an appointment or walk in to see one of our primary care physicians today. We serve patients from Allen TX, Fort Worth TX, San Antonio TX, Addison TX, Plano TX, Frisco TX, Terrell Hills TX, Carrollton TX, Richardson TX, China Grove TX, Farmers Branch TX, Hebron TX, Forest Hill TX, Leon Valley TX, Fairview TX, Parker TX, Lucas TX and BEYOND.