Chronic Disease Management

Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that requires ongoing management, and primary care plays a crucial role in its treatment. Regular check-ups with a primary care provider can help monitor symptoms, adjust medications and provide education on triggers and proper inhaler use. By establishing a strong relationship with providers, you can better manage your asthma, leading to improved quality of life and reduced emergency situations. It's essential for you to stay proactive about your health and communicate openly with your primary care team.

Arthritis is a common condition that affects many people, leading to joint pain and stiffness. In primary care, treatment typically focuses on managing symptoms and improving quality of life. This can include medications to reduce inflammation and pain, physical therapy to enhance mobility and lifestyle changes, including exercise and diet adjustments. Regular check-ups with a primary care provider are essential to monitor your condition and adjust treatment plans as needed, ensuring that you can maintain your daily activities with less discomfort.

Bronchitis is an inflammation of the bronchial tubes, often resulting from infections or irritants like smoke and pollution. In primary care, treatment typically focuses on relieving symptoms and may include rest, increased fluid intake and over-the-counter medications to ease coughing and discomfort. If the bronchitis is caused by a bacterial infection, your provider might prescribe antibiotics. It's also important for you to avoid irritants and consider lifestyle changes to support lung health. Regular follow-ups can help monitor the condition and ensure effective management.

Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the gastrointestinal tract, leading to symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea and fatigue. Managing this condition often requires a collaborative approach between patients and primary care providers. Treatment typically focuses on controlling inflammation, alleviating symptoms, maintaining remission through medications, adjusting diets and monitoring regularly. Primary care physicians play a crucial role in coordinating care, providing education and referring you to specialists when necessary, ensuring a comprehensive strategy for managing Crohn's disease effectively.

Millions of Americans suffer from depression each year, and many go without treatment. We can assist with the diagnosis and treatment of depression, with both medical therapy and/or referrals for alternative therapies, such as psychological counseling, acupuncture, etc.

Whether you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, managing your blood sugar and other risk factors for heart disease are important for your overall health. We provide valuable tips for managing your diabetes and help you regulate your medications to ensure you are feeling your best.

Eczema is a common skin condition that can cause discomfort and irritation, often requiring attention from primary care providers. Treatment typically focuses on managing symptoms and preventing flare-ups, which may include the use of moisturizers, topical corticosteroids, and lifestyle adjustments. Primary care physicians play a crucial role in diagnosing eczema, educating patients about triggers and recommending appropriate skincare routines. By taking a proactive approach, you can better manage your condition and improve your quality of life.

Emphysema is a chronic lung condition that primarily affects breathing by damaging the air sacs in the lungs, leading to reduced airflow and difficulty in getting enough oxygen. In primary care, treatment focuses on managing symptoms and improving quality of life. This often includes lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking, which is crucial for slowing disease progression. Additionally, medications such as bronchodilators can help open airways, while pulmonary rehabilitation programs provide exercise and education to enhance lung function. Regular check-ups are essential to monitor the condition and adjust treatment as needed, ensuring you can maintain your daily activities as much as possible.
 

Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside of it, leading to pain and other symptoms. In primary care, treatment often starts with managing pain through over-the-counter medications or hormonal therapies to regulate the menstrual cycle. Lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, can also play a role in alleviating symptoms. If these approaches don't provide relief, a referral to a specialist may be necessary for further evaluation and potential surgical options. It's important for you to communicate openly with your provider to find the best management plan tailored to your needs.

Hashimoto's Disease is an autoimmune condition that affects the thyroid, leading to hypothyroidism. In primary care, treatment typically involves monitoring thyroid hormone levels and prescribing synthetic thyroid hormones, including levothyroxine to help restore normal function. Regular follow-ups are essential to adjust dosages as needed and to manage symptoms effectively. You are encouraged to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet and regular exercise, which can support overall well-being and help mitigate some of the disease's effects.

Heart disease is a common but serious medical condition and serves as the most common cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Our physicians can help you manage heart disease through regular check-ups, medical therapy and lifestyle coaching.

Keeping your cholesterol in check is important since high cholesterol is a common risk factor for heart disease. Our physicians can help you understand your cholesterol numbers, as well as how to manage good cholesterol and bad cholesterol for optimum overall health.

HIV treatment in primary care is crucial for managing the virus and improving patients' quality of life. Regular check-ups and access to antiretroviral therapy can help you maintain your health and reduce the risk of transmission. Primary care providers play a key role in offering support, education and resources, ensuring that you adhere to your treatment plans and stay informed about your health. By integrating HIV care into routine medical services, we can create a more supportive environment for those living with the virus.

High blood pressure, which occurs when your blood presses too hard against the walls of your blood vessels, can cause serious health problems such as heart disease, health failure, stroke or organ damage. Our family providers can help you manage high blood pressure with modifications to diet, exercise and other lifestyle choices.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) encompasses chronic conditions, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, which can significantly impact your quality of life. In primary care, managing IBD often involves a collaborative approach that includes monitoring symptoms, prescribing medications and providing lifestyle advice. Regular check-ups are essential to adjust treatment plans as needed and to address any complications that may arise. By fostering open communication, primary care providers can help you navigate your condition more effectively, ensuring you receive the support and resources necessary for better health outcomes.

If you suffer from insomnia, you may have trouble concentrating or carrying out regular daily activities. Since prolonged insomnia can be caused by other health conditions, such as depression, anxiety or hyperthyroidism, it's important to talk to your doctor about your inability to fall asleep. Our providers can help patients manage insomnia for better overall health.

Migraines can be a real challenge for many people, and managing them often starts with primary care treatment. Our providers typically focus on identifying triggers and may recommend lifestyle changes, medications or alternative therapies to help alleviate symptoms. It's important for you to communicate openly about your experiences, as this can lead to more effective treatment plans tailored to your needs. Regular follow-ups can also help in adjusting strategies to better manage migraine episodes over time.

Managing stress and anxiety can help prevent other health conditions, such as heart disease and depression. Whether you suffer from too much stress at home or work, or general anxiety disorder, our providers can provide the medical guidance to get you feeling your best again.

Numerous conditions impact the thyroid gland, which helps the body control metabolism. Whether you suffer from hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism or another condition associated with the thyroid, managing the disease is an important part of your overall health. Our team can help you keep thyroid disease in control and help you regain energy and strength through chronic disease management.

Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that primarily affects the colon, leading to symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea and rectal bleeding. In primary care, the focus is on managing these symptoms and improving your quality of life. Treatment often involves medications, such as anti-inflammatories and immunosuppressants, along with lifestyle changes, such as diet adjustments and stress management. Regular follow-ups are essential to monitor the condition and adjust treatment as needed, ensuring you receive comprehensive care tailored to your needs.