An ongoing relationship with a trusted, compassionate primary care provider is a cornerstone of good health. And there are so many ways a primary care provider can partner with you on your health and wellbeing journey beyond an annual physical.
At Carbon Health our primary care providers specialize in:
A common misconception about routine checkups is that they’re by-the-numbers, one-size-fits-all formality— but this is far from the truth.
A good primary care provider is an active partner in your health: they should help you define and reach your wellness goals, suggest screenings and preventive measures, answer all your questions, and follow up with you after appointments to see how recommended lifestyle changes or new medications are working for you.
When you’re thinking about establishing a relationship with a new primary care provider, consider all these things that they can and should be doing for you.
Every person is different — and wants different things from life. Your doctor should take time to talk with you about what you want from your life.
Before your next visit, make a list of your health-related goals. Whether it’s something simple like sleeping better, or something more ambitious like preparing to run your first marathon, your primary care provider can help.
Establishing a relationship with a primary care provider should mean having an active partner supporting you in feeling better and living healthier — one who takes a holistic approach, addressing real time needs as they arise but helps you navigate other aspects of wellness like nutrition, sexual health, and mental health. They should monitor existing conditions and recommend new tests and screenings as you grow older or as new information about your family medical history becomes known.
Medical expenses can be confusing! Your provider (or in some cases their office staff) should take time to answer your questions and work with you and your insurance provider (if you have one) to make sure that you understand healthcare costs and that you don’t have any unnecessary expenses.
Your primary care provider should be the first person you connect with when you feel under the weather, have a minor injury, or just have questions about your health. They or a clinician on their team should be available within a short amount of time to address issues, provide answers, and see you (or refer you) so you can get any issues addressed. And they should follow up after every appointment to check in with you.
Many primary care providers are equipped to help you manage common chronic conditions (such as diabetes or COPD). But if a health issue requires a specialist, your primary care provider should help you find a qualified one, keep apprised of your treatment, and continue being your healthcare advocate in partnership with any specialty doctors.
Primary care providers who listen, who follow up after your appointments, and who bring compassion to their work every day — that’s the Carbon Health difference. Find a provider near you, via carbonhealth.com or the Carbon Health app, and start making strides toward your health goals.
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