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    MediFind found 133 specialists near Laurel, MT

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      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Laurel Clinic - Family Medicine

      1035 1st Avenue, 
      Laurel, MT 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      15+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Fordham enjoys providing comprehensive care to families in a small community. As a doctor at Laurel Family Medicine, she loves caring for several generations, entire families. Dr. Fordham�s philosophy of care is to provide comprehensive healthcare, to see beyond the medical issue and truly understand the whole patient and their history.The SCL mission reveal and foster God�s healing love by improving the health of the communities we serve resonates with Dr. Fordham. She puts patients first, is approachable, casual and a great listener. She likes to get to know her patients.Living in Montana with great access to the outdoors is what drew Dr. Fordham and her family to Montana. She loves working and spending free time in the area. Dr. Fordham is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      North Shiloh Clinic - Family Medicine

      2223 Mission Way, 
      Billings, MT 
       (12.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      32+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Phillips has been practicing family medicine for over 20 years and enjoys the spectrum of patients he sees. He is grateful for the opportunity to help patients of every age improve their overall health. He serves as a voice of encouragement and finds ways to help his patients overcome whatever might be standing in their way of wellness.In addition to treating everyday medical conditions as well as chronic disease, Dr. Phillips uses his osteopathic training treat patients with musculoskeletal issues utilizing therapeutic methods. He takes a conservative, �whole patient� approach to care, which takes a patient�s body, mind and spirit into consideration.Dr. Phillips completed his undergraduate degree at Montana State University, then attended the Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific in California. He went on to complete the Family Practice Residency Program at Muskegon General Hospital and a fellowship at Michigan State. He and his wife moved back to Montana to raise their children, where Dr. Phillips enjoys enjoys hiking, fishing, camping and martial arts. Dr. Phillips is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Expertise in
      22
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      22
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Intermountain Health West End Clinic Internal Medicine

      602 Henry Chapple Street, 
      Billings, MT 
       (10.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      31+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Malters became a physician with a single goal in mind: to provide the patients he treats with the opportunity for a better quality of life. His goal is to engage every patient so that they understand and participate in their medical care.A graduate of UCLA School of Medicine, Dr. Malters completed his residency at the prestigious Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He is board-certified in internal medicine. Outside of the office, Dr. Malters enjoys traveling and spending time outdoors, where he hunts and hikes. Dr. Malters is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Myasthenia Gravis, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      1035 1st Ave, 
      Laurel, MT 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Robert Ulrich is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Laurel, Montana. Dr. Ulrich is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Ulrich is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Scl Health Medical Group - Billings LLC

      1035 1st Ave, 
      Laurel, MT 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Douglas Woerner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Laurel, Montana. Dr. Woerner is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Woerner is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Intermountain Health West End Clinic Internal Medicine

      602 Henry Chapple Street, 
      Billings, MT 
       (10.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      12+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Stroebe grew up in Colstrip, Montana. She earned her undergraduate degree from Carroll College in Helena, Montana and received her medical degree from the Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences � College of Osteopathic Medicine in Yakima, Washington. Dr. Stroebe completed an internal medicine residency with Legacy Health System in Portland, Oregon. After her residency, Dr. Stroebe worked as a hospitalist and internal medicine provider in Washington state. As a board certified physician her clinical interests include chronic disease management, women�s health, preventive medicine, obesity management and rheumatology. Dr. Stroebe�is passionate about helping patients to understand their chronic health conditions, how and why we treat these conditions, and how to live a fulfilling life with their chronic health conditions.�Each patient is different and has their own story to tell. Each disease state is the same but affects each patient in a different way. I feel I am a good listener, problem solver, and critical thinker which allows me to not only treat the disease but treat the whole patient.�Happy to be back home in Montana, Dr. Stroebe enjoys spending time with her husband and their three children. Family is the center of everything she loves doing. Dr. Stroebe is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Vertigo, Sciatica, Low Potassium Level, and Hip Replacement.

      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Scl Health Medical Group - Billings LLC

      1035 1st Ave, 
      Laurel, MT 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Garett Williams is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Laurel, Montana. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Myositis. Dr. Williams is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      1035 1st Ave, 
      Laurel, MT 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Lori Forseth is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Laurel, Montana. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Sitosterolemia, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Forseth is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Intermountain Health West End Clinic West End Walk-In

      602 Henry Chapple Street, 
      Billings, MT 
       (10.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      20+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Born and raised in Billings, Montana, Dr. McNamer completed her residency at Montana Family Medicine. She was drawn to working with St. Vincent Healthcare because of its faith-based philosophy. She loves the culture of Montana, knowing that through hard times and adverse circumstances, Montanans are always there as a neighbor and a friend.Dr. McNamer�s approach to patient care incorporates treating the whole person through the entire spectrum of life. She appreciates the interesting, intimate, and special experiences with people every day, and believes in patient choice and shared decision-making between the provider and patient.Dr. McNamer loves to take advantage of the beautiful Montana outdoors and mountains through hiking, trail running, skiing, and hanging out with her dogs. She believes that Montana is a unique community and values that she is able to give back. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP), Porphyria, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Intermountain Health West End Clinic West End Primary Care

      602 Henry Chapple Street, 
      Billings, MT 
       (10.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      22+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Raised in Redmond, Washington, Dr. Teerink earned her undergraduate degree in biology from Gonzaga University in Spokane. She graduated with her Doctor of Osteopathy from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, Missouri. She completed a family medicine internship at Genesys Regional Medical Center in Grand Blanc, Michigan and a family medicine residency at Central Washington Family Medicine in Yakima. A board certified family physician, Dr. Teerink spent 14 years working as a family medicine physician at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital where she saw both in and outpatients. She spent the next four years working as an assistant professor at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences in Yakima. Her clinical interests surround family healthcare to include all generations with a special interest in women and children. Dr. Teerink is passionate about encouraging patients to make lifestyle changes to better manage their own health.�I will never give up on believing in what a patient can do for themselves. I have a license to write prescriptions but it is up to a patient to follow a physician's recommendations. It is important that I listen to each patient so I may educate them and meet them where they are at with their healthcare needs at the time of each appointment.�Married to Dr. Duane and raising their three kids together, they enjoy adventuring together. When not working, Dr. Teerink enjoys recreating outdoors. A few of her favorite activities are backpacking, hiking, skiing, horseback riding and gardening. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      St. Vincent - Hospitalist

      1233 North 30th Street, 
      Billings, MT 
       (14.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      25+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      What Dr. Seas enjoys most in her practice of family and sports medicine are patient and family relationships. She employs a compassionate style of care focused on patient education and empowerment. Dr. Seas recognizes that we all must understand our healthcare needs and issues before we can take action.A graduate of the University of Washington School of Medicine, Dr. Seas completed her internship and residency in the Montana Family Medicine Residency. A fellowship in sports medicine followed. When not seeing patients, Dr. Seas loves to spend time with horses. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

      Expertise in
      16
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      16
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Billings Clinic

      2675 Central Ave, 
      Billings, MT 
       (11.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kari Kale is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Kale is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, High Cholesterol, Obesity in Children, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      319 1st Ave, 
      Laurel, MT 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Vannice is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Laurel, Montana.

      Steven J. Gerstner
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Billings Clinic

      801 N 29th St, 
      Billings, MT 
       (14.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Steven Gerstner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Gerstner is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Lung Cancer, Hypothyroidism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Gerstner is currently accepting new patients.

      Joseph J. Peila
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Pinnacle Internal Medicine

      1507 14th St W, 
      Billings, MT 
       (13.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      13+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Joseph Peila is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Peila is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Diabetic Neuropathy. Dr. Peila is currently accepting new patients.

      Michael P. Temporal
      Expertise in
      2
      conditions
      Family Medicine | Geriatrics
      Expertise in
      2
      conditions
      Family Medicine | Geriatrics

      Billings Clinic

      801 N 29th St, 
      Billings, MT 
       (14.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Temporal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Geriatrics in Billings, Montana. Dr. Temporal is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Obesity in Children. Dr. Temporal is currently accepting new patients.

      Heidi M. Duncan
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Billings Clinic

      2675 Central Ave, 
      Billings, MT 
       (11.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Heidi Duncan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Duncan is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, High Cholesterol, and Melorheostosis. Dr. Duncan is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      18
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      18
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Billings Clinic

      2675 Central Ave, 
      Billings, MT 
       (11.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Eric Saberhagen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Saberhagen is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Lung Metastases, Parkinson's Disease, and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS). Dr. Saberhagen is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      15
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      15
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Billings Clinic

      801 N 29th St, 
      Billings, MT 
       (14.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Larry Severa is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Severa is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Hypothyroidism, Pacemaker Implantation, and Endoscopy. Dr. Severa is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      14
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      14
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Billings Clinic

      801 N 29th St, 
      Billings, MT 
       (14.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Faranak Argani is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Argani is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Chronic Kidney Disease, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Obesity in Children. Dr. Argani is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      10
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      10
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Billings Clinic

      801 N 29th St, 
      Billings, MT 
       (14.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Baskar Duval is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Duval is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Duval is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Scl Health Medical Group - Billings LLC

      2900 12th Ave N, Suite 245w, 
      Billings, MT 
       (14.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sarah Stewart is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Stewart is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Hypothyroidism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Stewart is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Scl Health Medical Group - Billings LLC

      2900 12th Ave N, Suite 310w, 
      Billings, MT 
       (14.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Neal Sorensen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Sorensen is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy. Dr. Sorensen is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      8
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      8
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Billings Clinic

      2675 Central Ave, 
      Billings, MT 
       (11.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Daniel Gomez-Tobias is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Gomez-Tobias is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypothyroidism, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Gomez-Tobias is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Scl Health Medical Group - Billings LLC

      2900 12th Ave N, Suite 400e, 
      Billings, MT 
       (14.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Susan Petersen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Petersen is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Petersen 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 Laurel, MT?

      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 Laurel, MT 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 Laurel, MT 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 Laurel, MT?

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

      Typically, your Laurel 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 Laurel, MT.

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

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

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

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

      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 Laurel. 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 Laurel 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 Laurel, MT?

      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 Laurel 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 Laurel 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 Laurel, MT 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 Laurel, MT help me check symptoms?

      Depending on your symptoms,  a Primary Care Doctor near Laurel, MT 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 Laurel, MT?

      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 Laurel, MT 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 Laurel, MT?

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