Primary Care and Preventive Medicine

The term primary care refers to the kind of medical care you need first.  When you move to a new community, join a new health plan, get motivated to take better care of yourself, reach a major life milestone, or develop a new illness or complaint, you need somewhere to go first – a medical home base.

Primary care providers (PCPs) are the doctors and other practitioners who constitute that first point of contact. We are skilled in disease prevention, health maintenance, and diagnosis and treatment of all types of medical problems, from acute injuries to chronic, complex conditions.  We base our recommendations on the latest research, on our deep understanding of the workings of the human body, on our experience and intuition, and most importantly, on feedback from you.  We are good listeners who take extra time to get to know you well.

We are your advocates, coordinating and supervising the care you receive from specialists, diagnostic testing centers, physical therapists, hospitals, and other facilities.  We are your hub for medical information, maintaining a comprehensive, accurate and secure repository for your records.  We help you navigate the often-confusing health care system by offering plain-spoken guidance, insight and advice, and by making sure that all your questions are answered.

One of the most important roles of primary care is to help you control your medical expenses by emphasizing prevention and screening, rather than pricey drugs and operations. When illnesses do arise, we strive to offer cost-efficient, scientifically-proven solutions, and we embrace effective home remedies and alternative treatments.

Above all, primary care providers offer continuity.  In your quest to become and remain as healthy possible, we are your partners for the long term.

Learn more about the primary care providers at The Noe Valley Clinic.