25 of the Best Primary Care Doctors Near Me in Pasadena, MD

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MediFind found 1651 specialists near Pasadena, MD

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    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Neurology | Geriatrics
    Expertise in
    6
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    Neurology | Geriatrics

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Hungarian
    Offers Telehealth

    1988-1992, Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacology, Semmelweis Medical University, Budapest, Hungary. 1992-1996, Instructor, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. 2001-2014, Assistant Professor, Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. 2012-2014, Assistant Professor, Department of Neurology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. 2014-present, Associate Professor, Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. 2014-present, Department of Neurology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. Dr. Yasar is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Dementia, and Alzheimer's Disease. Dr. Yasar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
    102
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    102
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Patient First Maryland Medical Group PLLC

    8105 Ritchie Hwy, 
    Pasadena, MD 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Faranak Moghadam is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pasadena, Maryland. Dr. Moghadam is highly rated in 102 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Cystitis, Bronchitis, Atypical Pneumonia, and Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Geriatrics
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Geriatrics

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    5300 Alpha Commons Drive, Floor 4, Floor 4, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Punjabi, Urdu
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Halima Amjad is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her clinical expertise in geriatric medicine focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and care for individuals living with dementia. Dr. Amjad earned her M.D. and Master’s of Public Health from Drexel University. She completed her residency and chief residency in internal medicine at Yale-New Haven Hospital and a fellowship in geriatric medicine and gerontology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She joined the faculty of Johns Hopkins in 2016. She completed a PhD in Clinical Investigation at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health in 2022. She conducts health services research focuses on informing and improving the care of older adults with dementia with research into underdiagnosis, hospitalization, and primary care in dementia. Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Doyle K. Older adults with probable dementia often take part in unsafe activities. Reuters, June 3, 2016 Many people who have dementia don’t know it. Here’s who’s most at risk, The Philadelphia Inquirer, July 23, 2018 With cognitive impairment, older adults struggle with — and face risks from — smartphones, computers. Washington Post, (October 13, 2019). Dr. Amjad is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Frontotemporal Dementia. Dr. Amjad is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
    53
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    53
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Gold Shield Medical Services LLC

    1600 Crain Hwy S Ste 201, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kunmi Majekodunmi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Majekodunmi is highly rated in 53 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paraplegia, Diverticular Disease, Obesity, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    5505 Hopkins Bayview Circle, John R. Burton Pavilion Building Level 02, John R. Burton Pavilion Building Level 02, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michele Bellantoni, M.D., an associate professor of medicine in the Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, is associate director for post-acute and long-term care at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. She also serves as medical director of the Johns Hopkins Bayview specialty hospital programs. Dr. Bellantoni's clinical interests focus on osteoporosis, geriatrics and using a holistic approach to osteoporosis management in older adults in outpatient settings. She also researches post-menopausal osteoporosis in elderly women and the use of heel ultrasounds as a screening test for osteoporosis. Dr. Bellantoni is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Paget's Disease of Bone, and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). Dr. Bellantoni is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Geriatrics
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Geriatrics

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    4940 Eastern Avenue, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Sean X. Leng is a professor of medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His areas of clinical expertise include geriatric medicine. Dr. Leng earned his M.D. from Jiangxi Medical College and his Ph.D. from Texas A&M University Health Sciences Center. He completed his residency at Mount Sinai St. Luke's - Roosevelt Hospitals and performed a fellowship in geriatric medicine and gerontology at Johns Hopkins. His research interests include international collaborative development of geriatrics and aging research programs. In 2006 Dr. Leng received the Paul Beeson Career Development Award in Aging Research, one of the most prestigious in the field of geriatric research. Dr. Leng is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cytomegalovirus Infection, Flu, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, HIV/AIDS, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Leng is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
    30
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    30
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Patient First Maryland Medical Group PLLC

    7116 Ritchie Hwy, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Curtis Read is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Read is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Parainfluenza Virus Type 3, and Parainfluenza.

    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Patient First Maryland Medical Group PLLC

    8105 Ritchie Hwy, 
    Pasadena, MD 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hamida Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pasadena, Maryland. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Cystitis, Parainfluenza, Parainfluenza Virus Type 3, and Tracheitis.

    Expertise in
    26
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    26
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    7310 Ritchie Hwy Ste 800, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Fer Eren is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Eren is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Metachondromatosis, Syndactyly Cenani Lenz Type, Adiposis Dolorosa, and Pelvic Lipomatosis.

    Expertise in
    20
    conditions
    General Practice
    Expertise in
    20
    conditions
    General Practice

    National Institute On Aging Irp/Lci

    3001 S Hanover St Fl 5, 
    Brooklyn, MD 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Luigi Ferrucci is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Brooklyn, Maryland. Dr. Ferrucci is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Artery Disease, Dementia, Atherosclerosis, Alzheimer's Disease, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Chesapeake Primary Care Group PA

    4304 Mountain Rd, 
    Pasadena, MD 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pradeep Garg is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pasadena, Maryland. Dr. Garg is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Peptic Ulcer.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Baltimore Washington Medical Center Inc.

    301 Hospital Dr, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marianne Cunanan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Cunanan is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Acute Kidney Failure, Sepsis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    MDVIP - Glen Burnie, MD

    7845 Oakwood Rd Ste 200, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Ramirez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Ramirez is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ramirez is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
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    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    0
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    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Glen Burnie

    7671 Quarterfield Road, Suite 401, Suite 401, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Ish, M.D., practices internal medicine and pediatrics at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Glen Burnie. He also serves as office medical director at the practice. Dr. Ish received his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and completed his residency training in internal medicine and pediatrics at University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore. He is an instructor of medicine at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Sitosterolemia, and Scleroderma. Dr. Ish is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
    0
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    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    0
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    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Glen Burnie

    7671 Quarterfield Road, Suite 401, Suite 401, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Dantzer, M.D., practices pediatrics at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Glen Burnie. He received his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine, and also completed his residency in internal medicine & pediatrics at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. His clinical expertise encompasses Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Dantzer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
    0
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    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    0
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    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Glen Burnie

    7671 Quarterfield Road, Suite 401, Suite 401, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ritha Chea, M.D., practices internal medicine and pediatrics at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Glen Burnie. She received her medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit. She completed her residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sitosterolemia, Osteomyelitis in Children, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Chea is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
    0
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    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    0
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    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Glen Burnie

    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Hsin Yi Amy Tang, M.D., practices internal medicine and pediatrics at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Glen Burnie. She received her medical degree from University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Texas. She completed her residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Potassium Level, Avian Influenza, Osteolysis Syndrome Recessive, and Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Dr. Tang is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Infectious Disease
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Infectious Disease

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Richard Moore is recognized for mentorship of medical students, residents, fellows, and junior faculty in HIV/AIDS Research. Winner of the David M. Levine Mentorship Awards in the General Internal Medicine Department, he is an expert in pharmacoepidemiology, clinical epidemiology, and health services research. Now serving as the Director of the Moore Clinic for HIV Care, which began in 1984, he has influenced the careers of young scholars not only in General Internal Medicine, but also in the Infectious Disease Division. His colleagues and mentees praise him for his accessibility, his patience, his scientific candor, his instinct for compelling research, his insight, and his abilities as a teacher and editor. Dr. Moore has authored 129 original manuscripts, 24 chapters, reviews and letters. For his medical degree he attended Vanderbilt University School of Medicine where he also completed his Internship and Residency in the Department of Medicine. A fellowship, completed at Johns Hopkins University, Department of Medicine, Division of Internal Medicine, was followed by a Masters of Health Sciences at the Johns Hopkins University, Bloomberg School of Public Health, Department of Epidemiology. Dr. Moore is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, Sepsis, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Moore is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
    58
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    58
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Patient First Maryland Medical Group PLLC

    5100 Eastern Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Victor Mcglaughlin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Mcglaughlin is highly rated in 58 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Cystitis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Pneumonia.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    4940 Eastern Avenue, Suite 1100, Suite 1100, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Bennett practices all aspects of primary care medicine, including preventive care and coordiantion of care with other specialists. She has particular interests in weight management and women's health care. She sees patients at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. Dr. Bennett is an Assistant Professor in the Division of General Internal Medicine, with joint appointments at The Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health. Dr. Bennett is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Gestational Diabetes, Peripheral Artery Disease, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Bennett is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Addiction Medicine
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Addiction Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    5200 Eastern Avenue, Floor 2, Floor 2, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Michael Fingerhood is a professor of medicine and public health at the Johns Hopkins University. His areas of clinical expertise include addiction medicine and internal medicine. He earned his M.D. from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. He completed his residency at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Fingerhood's research interests include substance use disorders, contingency management, hepatitis C and HIV. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Society of Addiction Medicine, the American Academy of HIV Medicine, The Society of General Internal Medicine and the American College of Physicians. Dr. Fingerhood is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Opioid Use Disorder, HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome. Dr. Fingerhood is board certified in American Board Of Preventive Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Geriatrics
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Geriatrics

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Esther Oh is a Professor of Medicine, Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and Pathology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her areas of clinical expertise is in evaluation and management of memory disorders. She has an extensive experience in evaluating memory disorders in older adults with multiple chronic diseases, and takes and integrative approach in the treatment of memory disorders. Dr. Oh also serves as the co-director of the Johns Hopkins Memory and Alzheimer’s Treatment Center. Dr. Oh earned her M.D. from the UHS/Chicago Medical School. She completed her residency in internal medicine at the University of Illinois at Chicago where she was a chief resident. She completed a fellowship in geriatric medicine and gerontology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, and received her Ph.D. from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Dr. Oh has received numerous awards including the Merck New Investigator Award, AFAR New Investigator Award in Alzheimer’s disease, and the Johns Hopkins Clinical Research Scholars Award. She is also a recipient of several major grants from the National Institute on Aging (NIA). She has also been honored for her teaching by Excellence in Teaching Award in the Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology in 2013 and 2017. Dr. Oh’s research is primarily focused on Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. Her current projects include: development of biomarkers for detecting early stages of Alzheimer’s disease; understanding the interrelationship between delirium and Alzheimer’s disease; cognitive changes after surgery; and understanding the role of sensory problems (hearing and vestibular function) in Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Oh is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Cerebellar Degeneration, Dementia, and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). Dr. Oh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Geriatrics
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Geriatrics

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mfon Umoh, M.D., Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology. Her clinical expertise in geriatric medicine focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and care for individuals living with dementia and older adults experiencing cognitive decline. Dr. Umoh earned her MD and PhD in Neuroscience from Emory University. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center and her fellowship in Geriatric Medicine at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Umoh is a K12 Clinical Research Scholar, and a Sarah Miller Coulson Center for Innovative Medicine Human Aging Project and Next Generation Scholar. Her clinical work, research, and teaching centers on improving cognitive outcomes for older adults. Her research focuses on examining biological and social contextual factors that contribute to poor cognitive outcomes for older adults. The goal of her work is to inform clinical care and interventions focused on modifiable risk factors associated with cognitive decline and dementia. Dr. Umoh is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Delirium, and Dementia. Dr. Umoh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Baltimore Medical System, Inc.

    5525 Eastern Ave, Suite 301, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French

    Lisa Cooper is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Cooper is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), COVID-19, Gastrostomy, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Cooper is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Infectious Disease
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Infectious Disease

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1717 East Monument Street, Park Building, Ground Level, Park Building, Ground Level, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Dr. Anthony T. Fojo is a general internal medicine fellow at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Fojo earned his M.D. at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. He completed a residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. His research interests include the mathematical modeling of disease. Dr. Fojo is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and COVID-19. Dr. Fojo is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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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 Pasadena, MD?

    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 Pasadena, MD 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 Pasadena, MD 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 Pasadena, MD?

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

    Typically, your Pasadena 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 Pasadena, MD.

    Should I get a second opinion from another Primary Care Doctor near Pasadena, MD 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 Pasadena, MD. 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 Pasadena, MD 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 Pasadena, MD who can provide a second opinion.

    How do I find a specialist near Pasadena, MD, 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 Pasadena. However, plenty of research has shown that experience is the best predictor of expertise, and it is important to find a Pasadena 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 Pasadena 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 Pasadena Primary Care Doctor.

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

    How can I research clinical trials my Primary Care Doctor might tell me about, especially ones that are located near Pasadena, MD?
    Depending on your specific health condition, your Primary Care Doctor may bring up clinical trials near Pasadena, MD 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 Pasadena, MD, 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 Pasadena, MD?

    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 Pasadena. 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 Pasadena 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 Pasadena, MD?

    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 Pasadena 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 Pasadena 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 Pasadena, MD 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 Pasadena, MD help me check symptoms?

    Depending on your symptoms,  a Primary Care Doctor near Pasadena, MD 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 Pasadena, MD?

    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 Pasadena, MD 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 Pasadena, MD?

    Despite our increasingly connected world, there are times when you need to see your Primary Care Doctor in person in Pasadena. 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 Pasadena, 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 Pasadena, MD 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 Pasadena, MD. You might wish to consider contacting your Primary Care Doctor’s office to learn about the telehealth options they offer for Pasadena, as well as your insurance provider.