What is family medicine?
Family medicine is a specialty providing continuing comprehensive health care for the whole family, from infants to seniors. The scope of family medicine includes every part of your body and any health condition.
The family doctors at Bethel Family Medicine have completed extensive training in all aspects of primary care medicine, including:
- Pediatrics and adolescent medicine
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Internal medicine
- Surgery
- Geriatrics
- Behavioral medicine
In addition, the providers at Bethel Family Medicine are highly trained in aesthetic services. Whichever type of care you need, your provider serves as your advocate in all health-related matters, coordinating with specialists and connecting you with community resources to meet the health care needs of you and your family.
What do family doctors do?
Family doctors provide care that treats you as a whole person. This includes:
- Caring for patients regardless of age or health condition
- Acting as your first contact for health concerns
- Helping you navigate the health care system, including specialists and hospital care
- Understanding how your health affects your loved ones and family
Your provider also helps to connect you with community resources to promote your overall well-being.
What family medicine services are available?
You can rely on Bethel Family Medicine for a range of medical services for both men and women. Services include:
Well-woman exams
These annual exams focus on comprehensive preventive care, including cancer screenings, blood tests, and flu shots. Bethel Family Medicine also offers support if you’re dealing with respect and intimacy issues in your relationships.
Menopause treatment
If you’re going through menopause, Bethel Family Medicine has a certified on-staff menopause specialist to compassionately address your needs. The practice specializes in hormone replacement therapy and other treatments to help combat the side effects of declining levels of estrogen in your body.
Nutrition and weight loss
If you’d like to shed extra pounds, Bethel Family Medicine’s services include a nutritional program with a proven track record of weight loss. With a focus on self-empowerment, the comprehensive 12-week Metagenics program includes:
- Clinical tests
- Nutritional counseling
- Ongoing lifestyle consultations
- Progress monitoring
In some instances, Bethel Family Medicine refers you to a personal trainer to help you achieve your goals.
Whether you’re managing a long-term condition like asthma or diabetes, or sprained your ankle playing sports, Bethel Family Medicine diagnoses and treats common acute and chronic health conditions. If you’re in need of expert care, call Bethel Family Medicine today or book a consultation online.
