25 of the Best Primary Care Doctors Near Me in chandler, AZ

Looking for the best primary care doctor, family doctor, or general practitioner near chandler, AZ? Find top primary care doctors near you in chandler, AZ and take the best care of your health. Primary care doctors treat a wide range of conditions and are typically the first doctor that an individual with an undiagnosed condition would see.

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    Gilbert Center For Family Medicine

    652 E Warner Rd, Ste 107, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Sunildat Maheshwari, MD is a Family Doctor in Gilbert, AZ.Dr. Sunildat (Sunny) Maheshwari, a board certified family practitioner, joined the practice in October of 2010. Brought up in Southern California, and did his undergraduate education in Biology at University of California Riverside. Dr. Sunny earned his Medical Degree from St. Christopher College of Medicine, in England. After completion, he began his residency program at Greenville Hospital System, in Greenville, South Carolina. After completing his residency, Dr Sunny joined Gilbert Center for Family Medicine. He is a member of the American Medical Association and American Association of Family Practitioners. Dr Sunny is married and his personal interests are in tennis, snooker, information technology and international traveling. Dr. Maheshwari is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Maheshwari is board certified in Family Medicine and American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Maheshwari is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    64
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    64
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Ocotillo Internal Medicine Associates

    245 S Dobson Rd, 
    Chandler, AZ 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lily Delatte is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Delatte is highly rated in 64 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Hypothyroidism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Delatte is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Delatte is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    13
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    Family Medicine

    Ronald J. Lee, MD Private Practice

    2680 S Val Vista Dr, #114, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ronald Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gilbert, Arizona. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuralgia, Peripheral Neuropathy, Nasal Flaring, and Infant Hyperglycemia. Dr. Lee is board certified in Family Medicine. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery, LLC

    2945 S Dobson Rd, 
    Mesa, AZ 
     (4.3 miles away)
    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 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Biliary Dyskinesia, Epidural Lipomatosis, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Haley is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Haley is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    2945 S Dobson Rd, 
    Mesa, AZ 
     (4.3 miles away)
    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 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epidural Lipomatosis, Umbilical Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Masur is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Masur is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
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    General Practice
    Expertise in
    7
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    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery, LLC

    2945 S Dobson Rd, 
    Mesa, AZ 
     (4.3 miles away)
    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 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Umbilical Hernia, and Pilonidal Sinus Disease. Dr. Damore is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Damore is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    56
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    56
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Warner Family Practice

    2905 W Warner Rd, Ste 12, 
    Chandler, AZ 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Merle Turner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Turner is highly rated in 56 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Turner is board certified in American Os Bd Family Medicine/OMT. Dr. Turner is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    155
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    155
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Ocotillo Internal Medicine Associates

    3503 S Mercy Rd, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cheryl Maurice is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gilbert, Arizona. Dr. Maurice is highly rated in 155 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Maurice is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Maurice is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    32
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    32
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Zion Medical Group, PLLC

    3800 S Alma School Rd, Ste 112, 
    Chandler, AZ 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Moses Ashukem is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Ashukem is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Pediatric Myocarditis, Peptic Ulcer, and Apoplexy. Dr. Ashukem is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease) and Internal Medicine. Dr. Ashukem is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    American Medical Associates

    1915 E Chandler Blvd, Ste 1, 
    Chandler, AZ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hassan Khan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Khan is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Acute Kidney Failure, X-Linked Hypophosphatemia, and Pericarditis. Dr. Khan is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    111
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    111
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    American Medical Associates

    1915 E Chandler Blvd Ste 1, 
    Chandler, AZ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ehreema Nadir is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Nadir is highly rated in 111 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Ureteroscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Nadir is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nadir is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    2945 S Dobson Rd, 
    Mesa, AZ 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Thai, Tigrinya
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Narong Kulvatunyou is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Kulvatunyou is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Epidural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kulvatunyou is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Kulvatunyou is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    2945 S Dobson Rd, 
    Mesa, AZ 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Rogoway is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Rogoway is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Stroke, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Rogoway is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Rogoway is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    2945 S Dobson Rd, 
    Mesa, AZ 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Franklin Mitchell is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Mitchell is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Stroke, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Mitchell is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Mitchell is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    2945 S Dobson Rd, 
    Mesa, AZ 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Perumean is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Perumean is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, and Stroke. Dr. Perumean is board certified in Surgical Critical Care- American Board Of Surgery, American Board Of Surgery, and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Perumean is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    1
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    General Practice
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    General Practice

    Ironwood Physicians

    685 S Dobson Rd, 
    Chandler, AZ 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ian Komenaka is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Komenaka is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Subareolar Abscess, Breast Infection, and HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. Dr. Komenaka is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Komenaka is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    98
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    98
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Grand Canyon Family Medicine

    3960 E Riggs Rd, Ste 1, 
    Chandler, AZ 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Tognacci is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Tognacci is highly rated in 98 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autoerythrocyte Sensitivity, Gardner-Diamond Syndrome, Purpura, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Tognacci is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Family Physicians and American Os Bd Family Medicine/OMT. Dr. Tognacci is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    46
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    46
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Tempe Family Practice

    6655 S Rural Rd, Ste 3, 
    Tempe, AZ 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Alia is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tempe, Arizona. Dr. Alia is highly rated in 46 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Alia is board certified in Family Medicine and American Osteopathic Board Of Family Physicians. Dr. Alia is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    45
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    45
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    East Valley Internal Medicine

    2081 W Frye Rd, Ste 200, 
    Chandler, AZ 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    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. Walmer is highly rated in 45 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Walmer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
    90
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    90
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Ocotillo Internal Medicine Associates

    245 S Dobson Rd, 
    Chandler, AZ 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sultana Akhter is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Akhter is highly rated in 90 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Hypothyroidism, Familial Hypertension, Pacemaker Implantation, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Akhter is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Akhter is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Megan R. Jhaver, MD Private Practice

    1110 S Dobson Rd, Ste 7, 
    Chandler, AZ 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Megan Jhaver is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Jhaver is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Jhaver is board certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Jhaver is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Gilbert Center For Family Medicine

    652 E Warner Rd, Ste 107, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mark Schlotterback, MD is a Family Doctor in Gilbert, AZ.Dr. Mark Schlotterback, a board certified family practitioner, has been practicing medicine for over a decade. Dr. Schlotterback earned his MD from University of Kansas Medical Center. After completion, he began his residency program at Good Samaritan Medical Center in Phoenix. Shortly after completing his residency, Dr. Schlotterback joined Gilbert Center for Family Medicine. Dr. Schlotterback comes from a long line of family of physicians beginning with his father who was a primary care physician in a small town in Kansas. Dr. Schlotterback has two children, Lexi and Luke who reside with him in Tempe. Dr. Schlotterback is an avid athlete who added the completion of the 2008 Iron Man Race to his list of accomplishments. Being the family doctor that he is, he finished this race while taking week-end call for the practice!. Dr. Schlotterback is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, and Hypertension. Dr. Schlotterback is board certified in Family Medicine and American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Practice

    Advanced Surgical Associates

    3367 S Mercy Rd, Ste 210, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
     (5.5 miles away)
    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 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Reitz is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Reitz is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    61
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    61
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Gila Internal Medicine And Geriatrics

    2727 W Baseline Rd Ste 8, 
    Tempe, AZ 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Aureliano Cifuentes is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tempe, Arizona. Dr. Cifuentes is highly rated in 61 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, and Hypertensive Heart Disease. Dr. Cifuentes is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cifuentes is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    2945 S Dobson Rd, 
    Mesa, AZ 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Cortesi is an Arizona native, born and raised in Wickenburg. After graduating Cum Laude from Arizona State University she studied at the University of Arizona College of Medicine. She completed her surgical training at Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix. Dr. Cortesi is certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She specializes in the treatment of breast disease and breast cancer, she has over 22 years of surgical experience.  Dr. Cortesi also performs laparoscopic surgery on hernias and gallbladders, as well as other general surgery procedures.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. Cortesi is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Epidural Lipomatosis, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Cortesi is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Cortesi is currently accepting new patients.

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    What is a primary care physician (PCP)?  

    A primary care physician (PCP) is the first doctor people go to when they feel sick or need a check-up. This doctor helps with many different health problems, gives advice to keep patients healthy, and treats common illnesses. A PCP also keeps track of a person’s overall health and can refer them to a specialist if more specific care is needed.    

    What’s the difference between a primary care physician (PCP) and a specialist?  

    The main difference between a PCP and a specialist is the kind of health conditions they treat. PCPs care for people of all ages and treat a wide range of health issues, from the common cold to sports injuries. They also focus on preventive care, such as vaccines to prevent illnesses or screenings to catch diseases before they become serious. 

    Specialists, on the other hand, have advanced training in a specific area of medicine like cardiology (heart health) or neurology (brain health). There are many kinds of specialists on MediFind, each with their own focus. When needed, PCPs will help patients understand when they need to see a specialist. PCPs will also collaborate with specialists on a treatment plan specific to their patients’ needs. 

    What is another name for a primary care physician?

    There are a few different types of primary care doctors. In addition to primary care providers, a primary care physician may also be called a general practitioner, family doctor, or internist. There are also PCPs with special training to work with specific patient populations. Pediatricians, for example, are PCPs who work with children, while geriatricians are PCPs who work with older adults.  

    Why do people have a primary care physician?

    People have a primary care physician to help keep them healthy and to have a doctor they can go to for most of their health needs. A PCP helps with regular check-ups, treats illnesses, and can help manage long-term health problems. That’s why it’s helpful for patients to maintain long-term relationships with their PCPs if possible.    

    Why does my health insurance require me to see a primary care physician?   

    Health insurance requires patients to see a primary care physician because a PCP helps keep people healthy with preventive care, which lowers costs for the insurer. A PCP can also decide if a patient needs to see a specialist, which helps avoid unnecessary tests and treatments, keeping healthcare costs down. 

    What is the first thing a doctor does when seeing a patient?   

    The first thing a primary care doctor does when seeing a patient is to ask questions about their health and health goals. This includes asking about symptoms, past health problems, family health history, and lifestyle. This helps the doctor understand what’s going on if the patient is experiencing a problem, or what might help the patient get healthier or stay healthy. 

    When should I visit a Nurse Practitioner (NP) vs. a Doctor (MD)?  

    You can visit a Nurse Practitioner (NP) for routine check-ups, minor illnesses, and help with long-term health issues. Nurse Practitioners are trained to handle many common health problems. You should see a Doctor (MD) for more serious or complicated health issues, or if you need specialized care that an NP cannot provide. Sometimes, NPs and MDs work together to take care of their patients.  

    How do I find a Primary Care Doctor near chandler, AZ?

    A Primary Care Doctor 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 Primary Care Doctor near chandler, AZ 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 chandler, AZ to get diagnosed and treated.

    You can find a Primary Care Doctor 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 Primary Care Doctors,  near chandler, AZ?

    • A pediatrician is an expert in childhood growth and development and they are frequently the primary care provider for children under 18.
    • Adults near chandler, AZ generally see an Internist, a General Practitioner, or a Family Practitioner (often informally called a Family Doctor) for their primary care.
    • Older adults near chandler, AZ may see a Geriatrician, which is a provider that specializes in the care of older people.
    • Some women near chandler, AZ 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 chandler, AZ from my Primary Care Doctor?

    Typically, your chandler Primary Care Doctor 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 chandler, AZ.

    Should I get a second opinion from another Primary Care Doctor near chandler, AZ 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 Primary Care Doctor or a specialist near chandler, AZ. If you just received a diagnosis from you Primary Care Doctor, but something in your gut tells you to seek more guidance, it’s OK to consult with another doctor near chandler, AZ 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 Primary Care Doctor. Most doctors, including Primary Care Doctors, 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 Primary Care Doctor or specialist near chandler, AZ who can provide a second opinion.

    How do I find a specialist near chandler, AZ, in addition to my Primary Care Doctor, for my specific condition?

    There are over 7,000 conditions that providers, including Primary Care Doctors 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 like chandler. However, plenty of research has shown that experience is the best predictor of expertise, and it is important to find a chandler 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 Primary Care Doctor, 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 Primary Care Doctor 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 Primary Care Doctor in chandler may know about?

    Primary Care Doctors 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 Primary Care Doctor. 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 chandler Primary Care Doctor.

    How can I research clinical trials my Primary Care Doctor might tell me about, especially ones that are located near chandler, AZ?

    How can I research clinical trials my Primary Care Doctor might tell me about, especially ones that are located near chandler, AZ?
    Depending on your specific health condition, your Primary Care Doctor may bring up clinical trials near chandler, AZ during one of your appointments. The purpose of clinical trials is to find improvements or discoveries for diseases and treatments, and your Primary Care Doctor 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 chandler, AZ, that your Primary Care Doctor might bring up. You can also learn more about what to consider when exploring clinical trials that you may wish to discuss with your Primary Care Doctor.

    What should I bring with me to an appointment with my Primary Care Doctor near chandler, AZ?

    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 Primary Care Doctor in chandler. You may want to consider bringing a friend or loved one for support, and to help you recall the information after your Primary Care Doctor 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 chandler Primary Care Doctor.

    When talking with your Primary Care Doctor, 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 Primary Care Doctor more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

    How can I get the most out of my Primary Care Doctor appointment near chandler, AZ?

    Being a “good patient” isn’t just about listening to your Primary Care Doctor. 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 chandler Primary Care Doctor, and hide nothing, even if it’s embarrassing. You should also speak up and voice your concerns, and listen and ask questions of your Primary Care Doctor. You may also consider doing your own research on your condition and talking to other patients before or after speaking with your Primary Care Doctor.

    What questions should I ask my chandler Primary Care Doctor?

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

    Can a Primary Care Doctor near chandler, AZ help me check symptoms?

    Depending on your symptoms,  a Primary Care Doctor near chandler, AZ 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 Primary Care Doctor visit for discussion.

    What types of insurance are accepted by Primary Care Doctors near chandler, AZ?

    You should always contact your Primary Care Doctor’s office to make sure they take your health insurance. Every Primary Care Doctor has different arrangements with insurance providers. The most commonly accepted insurance near chandler, AZ may not be the same as elsewhere, 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 Primary Care Doctor near chandler, AZ?

    Despite our increasingly connected world, there are times when you need to see your Primary Care Doctor in person in chandler. For Primary Care Doctors, 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 in chandler, 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 near chandler, AZ if possible.

    In recent years, many Primary Care Doctors  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 Primary Care Doctor near chandler, AZ. You might wish to consider contacting your Primary Care Doctor’s office to learn about the telehealth options they offer for chandler, as well as your insurance provider.