Primary Care

What is primary care?

Primary care at Hale Family Practice consists of general medical evaluations, health screenings, preventive care, and treatments as needed to keep you and your entire family as healthy as possible. The Hale Family Practice experts are highly skilled in all areas of primary care, including comprehensive pediatric care in addition to adult health services.

What are the benefits of primary care?

The advantages of primary care at Hale Family Practice include:

• Improved overall physical and mental health 
• Chronic disease management
• Lower risk of chronic diseases
• Weight management 
• Longer life expectancy
• Long-term time and cost savings

Early disease detection can save you money on healthcare costs in the long run, reducing the risk of costly or crippling complications and enhancing quality of life.

Which primary care services are available?

Hale Family Practice offers the following primary care services and more:

• Wellness checkups
• Sick visits
• Injury care
• Sports and school physicals
• Immunizations
• Weight management
• Chronic disease management
• Medication prescriptions 
• Healthy lifestyle education
• Intravenous (IV) therapy 
• EmSculpt®
• Mental health care
• Diagnostic testing
• Telemedicine 
• Personalized treatment plans

Hale Family Practice also offers referrals to other specialists as needed. They tailor treatment plans that maximize your health and well-being, lowering the risk of complex medical concerns.

What happens during primary care visits?

The type of primary care visit you’re scheduled for at Hale Family Practice determines what you can expect during your appointment.

A specialist typically evaluates your weight, body mass index (BMI), pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs. They discuss your symptoms, lifestyle, medical history, and medications. They complete a physical exam to detect potential signs of illnesses, injuries, or diseases.

Based on your risk factors, the Hale Family Practice experts might suggest blood testing, imaging procedures, tissue swabs, urine or stool testing, or additional diagnostic tests.

Hale Family Practice offers immunizations, medication prescriptions, and other individualized treatment plans to help you feel better and recover as quickly as possible. Your specialist addresses concerns and questions in person, over the phone, and during telemedicine visits.

How often should I schedule primary care appointments?

Schedule primary care appointments at Hale Family Practice yearly or when you or your child is due for a sports or school physical. Contact the Hale Family Practice office if you become ill, develop unusual symptoms, or have concerns about your well-being.

Schedule an in-person or telemedicine appointment at Hale Family Practice by phone or request one online today.