25 of the Best Primary Care Doctors Near Me in Penn Hills, PA

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MediFind found 1351 specialists near Penn Hills, PA

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    Expertise in
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    Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine

    Medigenics Longevity Center Inc.

    118 Fox Rd, 
    Monroeville, PA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ashok Shetty is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Monroeville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shetty is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Status Epilepticus, Epilepsy, Alzheimer's Disease, and Dementia.

    Expertise in
    82
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    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    82
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    3824 Northern Pike Ste 200, 
    Monroeville, PA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Francis Colangelo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Monroeville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Colangelo is highly rated in 82 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Expertise in
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    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
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    Family Medicine

    Office

    6023 Harvard St, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Zimmerman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Zimmerman is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Flu, Avian Influenza, Strep Throat, and Tetanus.

    Expertise in
    3
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    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    3
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    Internal Medicine

    Golani Medical Associates-UPMC

    135 Allegheny Avenue, Suite C, 
    Oakmont, PA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Umesh Golani, MD, is an internal medicine physician and certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Golani received his medical degree from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College and completed a residency at Western Pennsylvania Hospital.Dr. Golani clinical interests include reading and writing. He has is a member of American College of Physicians. Dr. Golani is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Muscle Atrophy, Alzheimer's Disease, and Anemia. Dr. Golani is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Golani is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    2
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    Family Medicine

    Community Family Practice-UPMC

    1713 Ardmore Boulevard, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Todd Zimmerman, MD, specializes in family medicine and is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. He practices at Community Family Practice-UPMC and is affiliated with UPMC McKeesport and UPMC East. He completed his medical degree at Temple University School of Medicine. Dr. Zimmerman is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, and Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL). Dr. Zimmerman is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Zimmerman is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    5215 Centre Ave Fl 2, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alisa Goldstein is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Goldstein is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hirschsprung Disease, Chordoma, Esophageal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, and Parathyroidectomy.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    UPMC Mckeesport

    2347 5th Ave, 
    Mckeesport, PA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Olumuyiwa Adebona is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mckeesport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Adebona is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyphema, Avian Influenza, Flu, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

    Expertise in
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    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
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    Internal Medicine

    Suburban East Medical Center-UPMC

    3436 William Penn Highway, Suite 2, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kimberly Price, DO, specializes in internal medicine and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She practices at Suburban East Medical Center-UPMC. She completed her residency at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Neuralgia, Scoliosis, and Chronic Cough. Dr. Price is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Price is currently accepting new patients.

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    Geriatrics
    Expertise in
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    Geriatrics

    UPMC St. Margaret Geriatric Care Center - Oakmont

    1215 Hulton Road, Suite 100, 
    Oakmont, PA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian

    Nagib Manov, MD, specializes in geriatric medicine and is board-certified in internal medicine and geriatric medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with UPMC St. Margaret. Dr. Manov completed his fellowship at UPMC St. Margaret Memorial Hospital, residency at Easton Hospital and medical degree at University of Sarajevo. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Alzheimer's Disease. Dr. Manov is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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    UPMC Senior Care (Geriatric Care Center)

    1215 Hulton Road, Suite 100, 
    Oakmont, PA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Yuan, MD, MS, is a family medicine and geriatric physician, dual-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. He is the director for the UPMC St. Margaret Geriatric Fellowship Program. Dr. Yuan received his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College and completed his residency at Chestnut Hill Family Practice. He completed his fellowships in geriatrics and faculty development at UPMC and completed a Master of  Medical Education at the University of Pittsburgh.Dr. Yuan’s clinical interests include health care for the older population in the community and educating learners in geriatrics. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Geriatrics Society, Pennsylvania Medical Society. Dr. Yuan is membership chair of the Pennsylvania Geriatrics Society - Western Division. Dr. Yuan lives in Point Breeze, near Pittsburgh, with his wife and two daughters. He is an avid runner and enjoys playing soccer.View the full list of Dr. Yuan’s publications on PubMed. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Delirium, and Peripheral Artery Disease. Dr. Yuan is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Yuan is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
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    Internal Medicine

    Pediatric Primary Care In Turtle Creek

    108 Penn Plaza, 
    Turtle Creek, PA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Van Deusen's clinical interests are in general internal medicine-pediatrics, with a focus in the field of pediatric-to-adult transitions. He is passionate about being a primary care physician with a clinical niche in caring for adults with pediatric-onset conditions. Pediatricians from across the region refer their special-needs patients to him as they become too old to be cared for in a pediatric setting. Dr. Van Deusen takes great joy in caring for these patients who often struggle to find adult providers comfortable enough to care for them. His clinical expertise encompasses Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis, and PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum. Dr. Deusen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics.

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    Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine

    Gleason Medical Associates-UPMC

    1789 South Braddock Avenue, Suite 510, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Gleason, MD, specializes in internal medicine and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at Gleason Medical Associates-UPMC and is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside. He completed his medical degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. His clinical expertise encompasses Vertebral Artery Dissection, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Gleason is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gleason is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Khan Medical Associates, LLC

    200 Penn Avenue, Suite 100, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Abdul Khan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Khan is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Khan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Khan is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    74
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    74
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Patel Medical Associates LLC

    2409 Brownsville Road, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    Kaushik Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 74 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Renaissance Family Practice-UPMC

    619 Mount Royal Boulevard, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Powell, MD, specializes in family medicine and is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. He practices at Renaissance Family Practice-UPMC and is affiliated with UPMC St. Margaret. He completed his residency at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Powell is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Langerhans-Cell Histiocytosis, Multicentric Reticulohistiocytosis, Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis, and Reticulohistiocytoma. Dr. Powell is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Powell is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    5
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    Internal Medicine

    University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Medicine, Division Of General Internal Medicine

    200 Lothrop Street, Suite 9S, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Smith is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strep Throat, Short Bowel Syndrome, Flu, Tubal Ligation, and Mastoidectomy. Dr. Smith is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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

    UPMC Keystone Primary Care-Dr. Paul

    125 Daugherty Drive, Suite 200, 
    Monroeville, PA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Malayalam
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rogi Paul is an internal medicine physician certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Paul earned his medical degree from Grant Medical College in Bombay, India, and completed his residency at St. Francis Medical Center in Pittsburgh. He also trained in internal and general medicine at Bombay University in India and at the Royal College of Physicians in Glasgow, United Kingdom.Dr. Paul, who sees patients ages 12 to geriatric, treats many conditions including diabetes type 2, overweight, hypertension, high cholesterol, migraine, sleep apnea, bronchial asthma, COPD, heart diseases, mental health problems, dementia, and neurological, allergic, dermatological, urological, musculoskeletal and gastrointestinal diseases. He is a member of the American Medical Association, American College of Physicians, Pennsylvania Medical Society, and Allegheny County Medical Society. Dr. Paul is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Dr. Paul is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Paul is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UPMC Western BH-Specialty Outpatient Services

    225 Penn Avenue, 
    Wilkinsburg, PA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
    Offers Telehealth

    Venkatlaxman Reddy, MD, specializes in internal medicine and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Community Psychiatry and is affiliated with UPMC McKeesport, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Mercy. He completed his medical degree at Guntur Medical College, and residency at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Reddy is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium Tremens, Opioid Use Disorder, Alcoholic Neuropathy, and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). Dr. Reddy is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
    3
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    UPMC Senior Care (Benedum Geriatric Center)

    1 Buffalo Street, Suite East 412, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Nace, MD, specializes in geriatric medicine and is board-certified in internal medicine and geriatric medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Senior Care (Benedum Geriatric Center) and is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, and UPMC St. Margaret. Dr. Nace received his medical degree from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and completed his residency and fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Nace is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Asymptomatic Bacteriuria, COVID-19, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Osteoporosis. Dr. Nace is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nace is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    RC Medical Associates, PC

    501 Penn Avenue, Suite 2, 
    Turtle Creek, PA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Malaysian

    Raja Chakrapani, MD, specializes in internal medicine and is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at RC Medical Associates, PC and is affiliated with UPMC East, UPMC McKeesport, and UPMC Shadyside. Dr. Chakrapani received his medical degree from Thiruvananthapuram Medical College and completed residencies at the University of Kerala and West Penn Hospital. Dr. Chakrapani is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Chakrapani is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    2
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    Internal Medicine

    Office

    230 McKee Pl Ste 600, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sonya Borrero is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Borrero is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cystic Fibrosis, Menopause, Epilepsy, Tubal Ligation, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
    2
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    Benedum Geriatric Center

    200 Lothrop Street, 4E MUH Benedum Geriatric Center, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Japanese

    Christine Kistler, MD, specializes in geriatric medicine and is board-certified in family medicine, geriatric medicine, and hospice and palliative medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Geriatrics and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Shadyside, and UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Kistler received her medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and completed her residency at the University of Michigan Medical School, followed by a fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Kistler is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Familial Colorectal Cancer, Asymptomatic Bacteriuria, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Kistler is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine , American Board Of Family Medicine , and American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Expertise in
    1
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    Penn Plum Family Medicine-UPMC

    7175 Saltsburg Road, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Olbrich, MD, is a family practitioner, certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Olbrich is lead physician and a full-time practitioner at Penn Plum Family Medicine-UPMC. He is community faculty of family medicine at the UPMC St. Margaret Residency Program. Dr. Olbrich received his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University Medical College and completed residency at UPMC St. Margaret.Dr. Olbrich’s clinical interests include diabetes, hypertension, and office-based procedures. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice and Pennsylvania Family Medicine Society.Dr. Olbrich is married, has a son and daughter, and lives in Pittsburgh with his wife. He loves travel and baseball. He is the current head coach for the Fox Chapel Area High School softball team. Dr. Olbrich is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Moebius Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Hemiplegia, and Thin Basement Membrane Nephropathy. Dr. Olbrich is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Olbrich is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Wahal, Ariff & Margolis-UPMC

    400 Oxford Drive, 
    Monroeville, PA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Hynes is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She completed her residency at UPMC. Dr. Hynes is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and a member of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Hynes is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Obesity, Sitosterolemia, and Hypertension. Dr. Hynes is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hynes is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    1
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    Palliative Medicine
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Palliative Medicine

    UPMC St. Margaret Geriatric Care Center

    100 Delafield Road, Suite 105, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Hoffmaster, MD, is a family physician, geriatrician, and palliative care specialist. He is certified in family medicine and geriatrics by the American Board of Family Medicine. He is the director of palliative medicine at UPMC St. Margaret and clinical assistant professor of family medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Hoffmaster received his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University and completed his residency and fellowship at UPMC St. Margaret. Dr. Hoffmaster is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Dementia, Stroke, and Peptic Ulcer. Dr. Hoffmaster is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine and American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Hoffmaster 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 Penn Hills, PA?

    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 Penn Hills, PA 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 Penn Hills, PA to get diagnosed and treated.

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    What are the different kinds of primary care providers, including Primary Care Doctors,  near Penn Hills, PA?

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

    Typically, your Penn Hills 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 Penn Hills, PA.

    Should I get a second opinion from another Primary Care Doctor near Penn Hills, PA 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 Penn Hills, PA. 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 Penn Hills, PA 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 Penn Hills, PA who can provide a second opinion.

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

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

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

    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 Penn Hills. 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 Penn Hills 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 Penn Hills, PA?

    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 Penn Hills 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 Penn Hills 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 Penn Hills, PA 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 Penn Hills, PA help me check symptoms?

    Depending on your symptoms,  a Primary Care Doctor near Penn Hills, PA 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 Penn Hills, PA?

    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 Penn Hills, PA 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 Penn Hills, PA?

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

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