25 of the Best General Practitioners Near Me

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25 of the Best General Practitioners Near Me

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    Richard P. Townsend
    Expertise in
    26
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    26
    conditions
    General Practice

    Texas Health Family Care

    1001 East Buckingham Road, Ste 110, 
    Richardson, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Townsend is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Richardson, Texas. Dr. Townsend is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Gilbert Syndrome, High Cholesterol, and Nephrosclerosis.

    Richard Harding
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    2320 N 3rd St, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Harding is a General Practice provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Harding is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism, Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Harding is currently accepting new patients.

    Ramon Mourelo
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    General Practice

    Cancer And Blood Specialists Of Arizona

    580 N Camino Mercado Ste 5, 
    Casa Grande, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramon Mourelo is a General Practice provider in Casa Grande, Arizona. Dr. Mourelo is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Mourelo is currently accepting new patients.

    Mark Runfola
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    2945 S Dobson Rd, 
    Mesa, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My goal is to provide the highest quality surgical care available with an emphasis on advanced surgical procedures and technology. I believe that caring is spoken, believed and practiced. Communication is essential to our effectiveness. Dr. Runfola is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor, Stomach Cancer, Vagotomy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Sushil Pandey
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    13020 W Rancho Santa Fe Blvd Ste 103, 
    Avondale, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    To help people achieve health for life. Dr. Pandey is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Encopresis, Hemorrhoids, Bowel Incontinence, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

    Jennifer Reitz
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    3367 S Mercy Rd Ste 210, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My goal is to provide the highest quality surgical care available with an emphasis on advanced techniques. Patient care is the core value of my practice. Dr. Reitz is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Charles Castillo
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    2320 N 3rd St, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Castillo is a General Practice provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Castillo is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis. Dr. Castillo is currently accepting new patients.

    James Rula
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    2945 S Dobson Rd, 
    Mesa, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    To provide the highest quality surgical care with an emphasis on advanced surgical procedures and technology. To help patients reduce there down time from surgery with advanced procedures. Dr. Rula is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

    Edgar Hernandez
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    General Practice

    Ironwood Physicians

    3686 S Rome St, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Hernandez is an Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon and specializes in the treatment of benign and cancerous breast diseases. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. He is a board certified surgeon and has recently re-certified with the American Board of surgery for the fourth time in his career.Dr. Hernandez completed his general surgery residency at Maricopa County Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona in 1983 and practiced General Surgery and trauma surgery in the early years of his career. During the past 10 years and currently, Dr. Hernandez has dedicated his surgical practice exclusively to the practice of breast and Oncoplastic Surgery. He operates at both Chandler Regional Medical Center and Mercy Gilbert Medical Center.Regularly featured in Phoenix Magazine's annual list of Top Doctors, Dr. Hernandez has been credited in the state of Arizona as being one of the earliest pioneers in the field of breast-conserving surgery, and advanced innovative techniques as Oncoplastic Surgery, Brachytherapy and Nipple-Areolar Skin-Sparing Mastectomies. He believes in comprehensive Breast Cancer care in conjunction with both Radiation and Medical Oncology.Over the years, Dr. Hernandez has served the regional medical community in various leadership roles that includes serving Chandler Regional Medical Center as the Chief of Staff, the Chairman of the Department of Surgery also as a Member of the hospital's Board of Directors. He is well respected in the medical community as a leader and a colleague.Dr. Hernandez was born in Mexico and immigrated to the USA at the age of ten. He has been a recognized asset to the community and has received two humanitarian awards from the Desert Cancer Foundation of Arizona and the Fresh Start Women's Foundation. These awards honored his continued support of uninsured women in Arizona who were in need of medical/surgical care for breast disorders, including cancer care.Dr. Hernandez and his wife raised three children and are the proud grandparents of six beautiful granddaughters.Our mission is to provide the highest quality medical care in a supportive and comprehensive enviroment. We focus on each patient as an individual, taking the time to effect the best out comes. Dr. Hernandez is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Breast Infection, Fibrocystic Breast Disease, Intraductal Papilloma, Breast Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Kevin Masur
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    3501 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 222, 
    Scottsdale, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Born and raised in north central Indiana, Dr. Masur attended Wabash College, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology. While in college, he was a member of the Alpha-Pi Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. He then received his medical training at the Indiana University School of Medicine. He completed his surgical residency in the Phoenix Integrated Surgical Residency program in Phoenix, Arizona.To provide the highest quality surgical care with an emphasis on advanced surgical procedures and technology. To help patients reduce there down time from surgery with advanced procedures. Dr. Masur is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Epidural Lipomatosis, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Femoral Hernia, and Hernia Surgery.

    Theodore Haley
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    3367 S Mercy Rd Ste 210, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    A native Arizonan, Dr. Haley was born and raised in Tucson. He moved to the Valley of the Sun to complete his undergraduate studies at Arizona State University, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. He then traveled back to Tucson, earning his medical degree from the University of Arizona College of Medicine. Dr. Haley completed his general surgery training at the Phoenix integrated Surgical Residency program and is board certified. His clinical interests include minimally invasive surgery, endocrine, and breast surgery.My goal is to provide the highest quality surgical care available with an emphasis on advanced surgical procedures and technology. I believe that caring is spoken, believed and practiced. Communication is essential to our effectiveness. Dr. Haley is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Oophorectomy.

    David Smith
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    9321 W Thomas Rd Ste 325, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Smith is a General Practice provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Smith is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

    Julie Wesp
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Practice

    Santa Fe Surgical Associates

    1631 Hospital Dr Ste 240, 
    Santa Fe, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Julie Wesp is a General Practice provider in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Dr. Wesp is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Umbilical Hernia, Epidural Lipomatosis, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Wesp is currently accepting new patients.

    Lawrence Damore
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    2945 S Dobson Rd, 
    Mesa, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Originally from Youngstown, Ohio, Dr. Damore attended college at Emory University in Atlanta, GA where he graduated summa cum laude in Biology. He continued on to medical school at the University of Cincinnati. Next, he completed five years of General Surgery residency at Saint Louis University Health Sciences Center. Having a great interest in minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Damore spent a year at the Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery at Ohio State University. He then moved to the Phoenix area to begin practice with Advanced Surgical Associates in 1999.Dr. Damore is Board Certified and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is also a member of the American College of Surgeons and Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons. Special professional interests include minimally invasive surgery, single incision laparoscopic surgery, and medical education. Dr. Damore also is a clinical instructor for the Phoenix Integrated Surgical Residency.To provide the highest quality surgical care with an emphasis on advanced surgical procedures and technology. To help patients reduce there down time from surgery with advanced procedures. Dr. Damore is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis.

    Gregory Pinson
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    General Practice

    Colorado Trauma Services PC

    3455 Lutheran Pkwy Ste 290, 
    Wheat Ridge, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gregory Pinson is a General Practice provider in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Dr. Pinson is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Hip Replacement, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Pinson is currently accepting new patients.

    Laura Champagne
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    General Practice

    Ironwood Physicians

    3686 S Rome St, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Champagne's interests are focused on the treatment of all types of breast disease, with an emphasis on the treatment of breast cancer.  Her practice includes core biopsies, surgical biopsies, lymph node dissections, lumpectomies, mastectomies, sentinel node procedures, venous access for chemotherapy, and partial breast radiation catheter placement. Dr. Champagne is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Stephanie Fine
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    General Practice

    Christus St. Vincent Breast Institute

    445 Saint Michaels Dr, 
    Santa Fe, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stephanie Fine is a General Practice provider in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Dr. Fine is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Fine is currently accepting new patients.

    Nicholas Sutherland
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    General Practice

    Santa Fe Surgical Associates

    1631 Hospital Dr Ste 240, 
    Santa Fe, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nicholas Sutherland is a General Practice provider in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Dr. Sutherland is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Sutherland is currently accepting new patients.

    Stephen Girard
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Practice

    Corwin Clinic Surgical PC

    1925 E Orman Ave Ste A109, 
    Pueblo, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stephen Girard, MD, has been serving Pueblo since 2002. He approaches every patient with honesty and empathy to provide the best surgical advice. He works to perform each surgical procedure with the utmost care to provide maximum value while minimizing risk. Dr. Girard received his bachelor's degree in psychology from Rice University in Houston and completed medical school at Tulane University in New Orleans. He also completed surgical residency at the University of Louisville in Kentucky. In his free time, Dr. Girard enjoys drumming and weightlifting. Dr. Girard is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Shawn Young
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Practice

    Traumaone PLLC

    8490 E Crescent Pkwy Ste 380, 
    Greenwood Village, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Young is an investigator involved in clinical research trials in the area of surgical oncology. His research focus includes surgical treatment of cancers. Dr. Young is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Stomach Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Brent Allen
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    General Practice

    Sevier Valley Hospital Physicians

    1000 N Main St, 
    Richfield, UT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brent Allen is a General Practice provider in Richfield, Utah. Dr. Allen is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Esophagitis, Cholecystitis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Allen is currently accepting new patients.

    David Krzymowski
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    General Practice

    Sevier Valley Hospital Physicians

    1000 N Main St, 
    Richfield, UT 
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Krzymowski is a General Practice provider in Richfield, Utah. Dr. Krzymowski has been practicing medicine for over 27 years is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Esophagitis, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Krzymowski is currently accepting new patients.

    Nicholas Paulk
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    General Practice

    Nicholas J Paulk MD PC

    1160 E 3900 S Ste 4100, 
    Salt Lake City, UT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Nicholas Paulk is a native to Salt Lake City where he attended the University of Utah for his undergraduate degree in Biology. He then went to OHSU in Portland Oregon for medical school and proceeded to Exempla St. Joseph's for general surgery residency in Denver Colorado. He returned to Salt Lake in 2011 to practice General Surgery with emphasis on advanced laparoscopy and robotic surgery. He joined Rocky Mountain Associated Physicians in order to pursue bariatric surgery in addition to advanced laparoscopic surgery and robotic surgery. Dr. Paulk is board certified in general surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgery.“Bariatric surgery is not just lifesaving – it is transformative. Those who undergo surgery routinely report that the surgery changed their lives. They feel better, they're more healthy and active, and they're not limited by their disease. Not only do they have more life, they have better life. I can't think of any area in medicine where a doctor is as privileged to be part of such a positively life altering endeavor as in bariatric surgery.” –Dr. PaulkDr. Paulk is married with three children. Outside of work, he coaches his son's baseball team, participates in several road and mountain bike races each year, and is an avid skier. He is fluent in Italian and enjoys camping and going to Lake Powell with his family. Dr. Paulk is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Malabsorption, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Jean Botha
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    General Practice

    Pch Liver Transplant - Eccles

    81 N Mario Capecchi Dr, 
    Salt Lake City, UT 
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jean Botha is a General Practice provider in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Botha has been practicing medicine for over 36 years is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Biliary Atresia, Sclerosing Cholangitis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Botha is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    141
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    141
    conditions
    General Practice

    Orlando Family Medical Inc

    931 W Oak St Ste 103, 
    Kissimmee, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aquiles Bermudez is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Kissimmee, Florida. Dr. Bermudez is highly rated in 141 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Obesity.

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    How do I find a General Practitioner near me?

    A General Practitioner is a type of primary care provider, and is responsible for your ongoing healthcare monitoring and maintenance, and is your first line of treatment. You should see your General Practitioner near you at least once a year. If new symptoms arise, they will also help you get properly diagnosed, although for many situations you will need to see a specialist near you to get diagnosed and treated.

    You can find a General Practitioner in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:
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    What are the different kinds of primary care providers, including General Practitioners,  near me?

    • A pediatrician is an expert in childhood growth and development and they are frequently the primary care provider for children under 18.
    • Adults generally see an Internist, a General Practitioner, or a Family Practitioner (often informally called a Family Doctor) for their primary care.
    • Older adults may see a Geriatrician, which is a provider that specializes in the care of older people.
    • Some women choose to receive their primary care from their OB/GYN (obstetrician/gynecologist), though if you have multiple medical issues, it may be in your best interest to find a primary care physician.

    How do I get a referral near me from my General Practitioner?

    Typically, your General Practitioner will refer you to a specialist if they believe it to be necessary. You can also explore your symptoms or research your diagnosis to see what kinds of providers commonly treat your health condition near you.

    Should I get a second opinion from another General Practitioner near me for my health condition?

    When you’re making important health decisions, it’s always recommended to get medical opinions from more than one provider, whether that be another General Practitioner or a specialist near you. If you just received a diagnosis from you General Practitioner, but something in your gut tells you to seek more guidance, it’s OK to consult with another doctor near you to get additional insight into your condition and care. Second opinions are highly valuable because they can either confirm or disprove your original diagnosis or provide different perspectives from different General Practitioner. Most doctors, including General Practitioners, will not get offended and welcome second opinions, especially if you were diagnosed with a serious or rare condition. You can even use MediFind to search for another General Practitioner or specialist near you who can provide a second opinion.

    How do I find a specialist near me, in addition to my General Practitioner, for my specific condition?

    There are over 7,000 conditions that providers, including General Practitioners and specialists need to treat. With so many conditions, it is nearly impossible for any provider to be an expert in every unique condition, even in just one geographic area. However, plenty of research has shown that experience is the best predictor of expertise, and it is important to find a doctor who has a lot of experience with your particular condition. MediFind can help you find a doctor or a second opinion for your condition. 
    When talking with your General Practitioner, be honest and don’t hold anything back, since your doctor can only help you with the information you give them. Understanding the full picture will give your General Practitioner more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

    How can I learn about the latest research and medical advances my General Practitioner may know about?

    General Practitioners know there is new scientific research happening all the time, and in fact, it’s estimated that the total body of medical knowledge now doubles every 73 days. That’s a lot of information to keep up with, even for an excellent General Practitioner. MediFind can help you explore the latest medical advances, research, and breakthroughs for your health condition, giving you access to the same cutting-edge information as your General Practitioner.

    How can I research clinical trials my General Practitioner might tell me about, especially ones that are located near me?

    How can I research clinical trials my General Practitioner might tell me about, especially ones that are located near you?
    Depending on your specific health condition, your General Practitioner may bring up clinical trials near you during one of your appointments. The purpose of clinical trials is to find improvements or discoveries for diseases and treatments, and your General Practitioner may be working to stay on top of these developments, or refer you to a specialist who focuses on your condition. MediFind can help you easily search and filter clinical trials for your health condition, including those near you, that your General Practitioner might bring up. You can also learn more about what to consider when exploring clinical trials that you may wish to discuss with your General Practitioner.

    What should I bring with me to an appointment with my General Practitioner near me?

    Bring your list of concerns (or reasons for your visit) with you on a piece of paper or your phone, so you can easily recall them when speaking to your General Practitioner. You may want to consider bringing a friend or loved one for support, and to help you recall the information after your General Practitioner visit. Bring a notebook so you can take notes, copies of your medical records (dating back at least one year), a list of current medications, supplements and allergies to medications, your family history of disease, and a list of symptoms (and details about how long they last and how often they occur) to discuss with your General Practitioner.

    When talking with your General Practitioner, be honest and don’t hold anything back, since your doctor can only help you with the information you give them. Understanding the full picture will give your General Practitioner more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

    How can I get the most out of my General Practitioner appointment near me?

    Being a “good patient” isn’t just about listening to your General Practitioner. It’s about engaging in your health together to ensure you receive a high quality of care, which is called practicing patient autonomy. It’s important to be honest with your General Practitioner, and hide nothing, even if it’s embarrassing. You should also speak up and voice your concerns, and listen and ask questions of your General Practitioner. You may also consider doing your own research on your condition and talking to other patients before or after speaking with your General Practitioner.

    What questions should I ask my General Practitioner?

    A few topics you may wish to ask your General Practitioner about include: diagnosis details, symptom management, medical care, second opinions from other General Practitioners, whether you should see a specialist near you other than your General Practitioner, treatment plans, side effects, and expectations for follow-up appointments with your General Practitioner.

    Can a General Practitioner near me help me check symptoms?

    Depending on your symptoms,  a General Practitioner near you may be able to provide a different point of view on your health. You can also explore your symptoms and bring the results with you to your General Practitioner visit for discussion.

    What types of insurance are accepted by General Practitioners near me?

    You should always contact your General Practitioner’s office to make sure they take your health insurance. Every General Practitioner has different arrangements with insurance providers. The most commonly accepted insurance may not be the same as everywhere, but some of the largest insurance providers are: Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield, Centene, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, HCSC (Health Care Service Corporation), CVS Health/Aetna, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, and Cigna.

    How far should I travel to find the best General Practitioner near me?

    Despite our increasingly connected world, there are times when you need to see your General Practitioner in person. For General Practitioners, this study concluded that people typically only travel about 18 minutes. So, a good rule of thumb is to select a primary care physician that is located near you, somewhere between 15-30 minutes away. For more specialized care, you may need to travel considerably further, but look for specialists within 45 minutes of your home if possible.

    In recent years, many General Practitioners  have also adopted telehealth, also commonly called telemedicine, which is the use of digital technology to provide or supplement patient care. Telehealth can help reduce the burden of physical travel to your General Practitioner. You might wish to consider contacting your General Practitioner’s office to learn about the telehealth options they offer, as well as your insurance provider.