Does Your Primary Care Doctor Really Know You?

  The Importance of a New Patient Intake With all the changes in healthcare and health insurance, most of us have had several primary care doctors over our lifetimes. Plus, many of us living here in Southwest Florida are not native to the area, so we had to seek out a new primary care doctor […]

Telemedicine: One of the Privileges of Our Signature Concierge Care

One of the fastest-growing trends in healthcare is the use of telemedicine according to a recent survey conducted by Cisco. The survey found that 74% of patients say they prefer easy access to healthcare services over in-person interactions with healthcare providers. In today’s healthcare world, convenience is key. Telemedicine is a means of practicing health […]

Regular Screening, The Key to Catching The Signs of Skin Cancer Early

Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer, and UV exposure is the most preventable risk factor for skin cancer. That’s why the American Academy of Dermatology is encouraging you to “practice safe sun” every time you are outdoors. Wear protective clothing, seek out the shade, and always use a water-resistant, broad-spectrum SPF 30 or […]

Time is On Your Side with a Concierge Doctor

  On your last trip to your primary care physician, did your doctor shake your hand, look you in the eye, and start a two-way conversation? Or, as many people have recently described, was your visit more like a race against the clock? Where your doctor cut to the chase, asked a bunch of questions, and […]

Irritable Bowel Syndrome Is Not Just Inconvenient

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) affects about 12% of all adults in the U.S., with women being twice as likely to experience this gastrointestinal disorder. Researchers have not found the exact reasons as to why people get IBS, but there are treatment plans available to help manage it. Plenty of people are currently walking around undiagnosed […]