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    427 providers found
      Expertise in
      30
      conditions
      Family Medicine | General Practice
      Expertise in
      30
      conditions
      Family Medicine | General Practice

      Select Physical Therapy Holdings Inc

      537 Stonecrest Pkwy, Suite 105, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Gaston is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Gaston is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Gaston is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      64
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      64
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      1608 Williams Dr, Suite 202, 
      Murfreesboro, TN 
       (9.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Lily Delatte is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Dr. Delatte is highly rated in 64 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypothyroidism, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Delatte is currently accepting new patients.

      Adam Allie
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Internal Medicine | Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Internal Medicine | Family Medicine

      Murfreesboro Medical Clinic (MMC)

      1272 Garrison Drive, 
      Murfreesboro, TN 
       (9.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      18+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Adam Allie is a graduate of the University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina. He earned his medical degree from West Virginia University in Morgantown, West Virginia, and completed his residency in Family Medicine at Wellmont Holston Valley Hospital in Kingsport, Tennessee.Having been born in West Virginia, raised in South Carolina and completed his training in East Tennessee, he feels a very strong connection to this area and the people here. He and his wife, who is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital now reside in Brentwood. Dr. Allie has many interests including playing the guitar and banjo, hiking, traveling, playing with his dog Toby and he is an avid marathon runner. In 2012 he was a finisher of the Leadville Trail 100 Mile Endurance Run. In 2014 he completed the New York City Marathon. Dr. Allie is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Transient Familial Hyperbilirubinemia, Thyroid Dysgenesis, Newborn Jaundice, and Congenital Hypothyroidism.

      Ryan Thompson
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Internal Medicine | Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Internal Medicine | Family Medicine

      Murfreesboro Medical Clinic (MMC)

      1272 Garrison Drive, 
      Murfreesboro, TN 
       (9.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Ryan Thompson is a Cum Laude graduate of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville with a B.S. in Biology. He earned his medical degree at LMU-DCOM in Harrogate, TN and spent three years in the Dallas/Fort Worth area for his residency training.Dr. Thompson moved to Murfreesboro in July of 2016 in order to be closer to family. In his spare time, he enjoys exercising, reading, and spending time with his niece and nephews. He also enjoys watching college football and professional hockey, but has played neither. After recently becoming engaged to a professional singer, he has gained an affinity for classical music. Dr. Thompson is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

      Paul Myers
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Internal Medicine | Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Internal Medicine | Family Medicine

      Murfreesboro Medical Clinic (MMC)

      1272 Garrison Drive, 
      Murfreesboro, TN 
       (9.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      13+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Paul Myers is a board certified family physician and partner of the Murfreesboro Medical Clinic. He is a graduate of the University of Tennessee Medical School and completed his residency at the University of Louisville, where he was also chosen to serve as chief resident. He is especially interested in the treatment of hypertension, as well as focusing on preventive care.Originally from Mississippi, Dr. Myers has a background in ministry and is an ordained minister. He has served in several ministerial capacities including evangelist and pastor. He brings the same concern and care for his patients as he has parishioners in the past. He has also taught various courses at the university level including Anatomy and Physiology, Immunology, and Biology. He and his family are excited to be back in Middle Tennessee and besides spending time with them, he also enjoys golfing and hunting. Dr. Myers is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

      Uptal Patel
      Expertise in
      2
      conditions
      Internal Medicine | Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      2
      conditions
      Internal Medicine | Family Medicine

      Murfreesboro Medical Clinic (MMC)

      1272 Garrison Drive, 
      Murfreesboro, TN 
       (9.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      34+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Patel is a board certified internist and partner of the 70+ physician multi-specialty Murfreesboro Medical Clinic where he served as its president and on the Board of Directors. He is a graduate of the University of Tennessee for his undergraduate and medical degrees, as well as, residency in Internal Medicine. Additionally Dr. Patel had been chairman of the Department of Internal Medicine for many years and is the medical director and co-founder of the Diabetes Care and Anti-Coagulation Clinic at MMC, areas in which he has significant interest and expertise. Dr. Patel is an extremely active member of many civic activities and professional organizations including the Physician Excellence Committee of St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital , Blue Raider Athletic Association and currently serves on the board of Murfreesboro Medical Properties and Stones River Regional Independent Physician Organization. His personal interests include landscape gardening, travel, basketball, tennis, and reading.As a team physician for over 13 years with Middle Tennessee State University, Dr. Patel was instrumental in developing the athletic department’s concussion protocol and management policies. He has been overseeing its ImPACT testing and treatment programs since its use there and also enjoys working with the athletic trainers and athletes at Sewanee: The University of the South as well as many local middle and high schools. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Joseph Scott
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      Internal Medicine | Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      Internal Medicine | Family Medicine

      Murfreesboro Medical Clinic (MMC)

      1272 Garrison Drive, 
      Murfreesboro, TN 
       (9.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      29+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Joseph Scott first came to Murfreesboro in 2000 after he finished residency because he wanted to come back to Tennessee and live near Knoxville, where he grew up. He spends his time away from work thoroughly enjoying his wife and four children. His family is involved in international mission work, local street ministry and fostering at risk children. Dr. Scott also enjoys reading, writing fiction stories for children, swimming, hiking, camping, playing the violin, and traveling.Dr. Scott joined the Internal Medicine Department at the Murfreesboro Medical Clinic in September 2000 and he has been board certified in Internal Medicine since 2000. He is a member of the American Medical Association, Tennessee Medical Association, and the American College of Physicians. Dr. Scott is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

      Expertise in
      48
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      48
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      America's Family Doctors, PLLC

      515 Stonecrest Pkwy, Suite 100, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sadia Dar is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Dar is highly rated in 48 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, Sinusitis, and Empyema. Dr. Dar is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      44
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      44
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Advanced Diagnostic Imaging PC

      300 Stonecrest Blvd, Suite 330, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ramy Sayed is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Sayed is highly rated in 44 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Obesity, Obesity in Children, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Sayed is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Select Physical Therapy Holdings Inc

      537 Stonecrest Pkwy, Suite 105, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Thomas Helton is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Helton is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Helton is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      20
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      20
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Medical Group - Stonecrest Fp Inc

      300 Stonecrest Blvd, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Joshua Hixson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Hixson is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Abetalipoproteinemia, Chorea-Acanthocytosis, Apo A-I Deficiency, and Fish-Eye Disease. Dr. Hixson is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      17
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      17
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Tennessee Medicine And Pediatrics PC

      741 President Pl, Suite 200, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Matthew Perkins is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Perkins is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Perkins is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Family Care Of Middle Tennessee

      713 A President Pl, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Farsi, Hindi, Telugu
      Accepting New Patients

      Jithander Katkuri is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Katkuri is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Asthma. Dr. Katkuri is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Medical Group - Stonecrest Fp Inc

      300 Stonecrest Blvd, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Bengali
      Accepting New Patients

      Peter Cobb is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Cobb is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, and Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency. Dr. Cobb is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      11
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      11
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Tennessee Medicine And Pediatrics PC

      741 President Place, Suite 200, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mitchell Pullias is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Pullias is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Hypertension. Dr. Pullias is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      11
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      11
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      205 Donelson Pike, 
      Nashville, TN 
       (14.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gita Mishra is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Mishra is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Menopause, Premature Ovarian Failure, Premenstrual Syndrome, Obesity, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

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

      Medical Group - Stonecrest Fp Inc

      300 Stonecrest Blvd, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kirsten Bunce is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Bunce is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Muscle Atrophy, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Bunce is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      8
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      8
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      211 Commerce Dr, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Teresa Huggins is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Huggins is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency, and Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency. Dr. Huggins is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Tennessee Medicine And Pediatrics PC

      741 President Pl, Suite 200, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Heather Phillips is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Phillips is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Phillips is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      115 Enon Springs Rd E, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Portuguese, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      John Byrnes is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Byrnes is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Insomnia, Obesity, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Byrnes is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Thompson Family Healthcare PLLC

      881 Seven Oaks Blvd, Suite 720, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Sara Owen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Owen is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Glossitis, Pernicious Anemia, Renovascular Hypertension, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Owen is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Family Medicine | General Practice
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Family Medicine | General Practice

      Medical Group - Stonecrest Fp Inc

      300 Stonecrest Blvd, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Laura Born is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Born is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Hypertension. Dr. Born is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Medical Group - Stonecrest Fp Inc

      300 Stonecrest Blvd, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Bryan Kozinski is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Kozinski is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Kozinski is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Family Care Of Middle Tennessee

      713 A President Pl, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Russian, Telugu
      Accepting New Patients

      Saritha Reddy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Reddy is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Asthma, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Reddy is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Tennessee Medicine And Pediatrics PC

      741 President Pl, Suite 200, 
      Smyrna, TN 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Felisa Gilbert is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Smyrna, Tennessee. Dr. Gilbert is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Gilbert 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 Smyrna, TN?

      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 Smyrna, TN 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 Smyrna, TN to get diagnosed and treated.

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      What are the different kinds of primary care providers, including Primary Care Doctors,  near Smyrna, TN?

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

      Typically, your Smyrna 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 Smyrna, TN.

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

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

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

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

      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 Smyrna. 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 Smyrna 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 Smyrna, TN?

      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 Smyrna 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 Smyrna 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 Smyrna, TN 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 Smyrna, TN help me check symptoms?

      Depending on your symptoms,  a Primary Care Doctor near Smyrna, TN 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 Smyrna, TN?

      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 Smyrna, TN 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 Smyrna, TN?

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