What is primary care?
Primary care is a domain of medicine that includes preventive care, initial diagnoses, and long-term treatments. If you’re concerned about a particular symptom or want to learn how to keep yourself healthy, visiting Dr. Khan for her primary care services can benefit your long-term health.
Dr. Khan takes your medical history and keeps track of your health over time. As you build a partnership over time, she can better diagnose you when you experience unusual symptoms or patterns in your health.
If you are diagnosed with a disease that requires specialized medical care, Dr. Khan refers you to a specialist while acting as your primary healthcare provider.
What are primary care services?
As part of your comprehensive primary care plan, Dr. Khan will usually perform annual checkups or wellness visits to detect any changes in your health. Physical exams have several purposes, including:
- Diagnosing diseases before they become hard to treat
- Updating immunizations for school, work, or travel
- Monitoring your diet and exercise regimen
- Monitoring your blood pressure and cholesterol
- Discussing additional health-related concerns
It’s essential to keep up with your physical exams because many diseases and conditions do not show any symptoms in their early stages. With an early diagnosis from a physical exam from your primary care provider, you have the best chances of staying healthy.
Why might my primary care physician refer me to a specialist?
If Dr. Khan diagnoses you with a medical condition requiring specialized treatment, she will refer you to someone who can provide specific, targeted therapies. She might also refer you to a specialist if you need a procedure or surgery that cannot be performed in the Millennium Park Medical Associates office.
There are many reasons why Dr. Khan could refer you to a specialist. She fully informs you of the reasoning behind each referral while choosing a provider that can assist you in maintaining continuity of care.
Primary care is an essential aspect of staying healthy and forming a relationship with your doctor. To set up your appointment, call Dr. Khan and her team today or use the convenient online booking tool.
