Primary Care

Board Certified Family Medicine Physician located in Guntersville, AL

Primary Care services offered in Guntersville, AL

A primary care provider (PCP) helps you manage acute and chronic conditions, as well as ensure you receive medical care that addresses any health issue you have. At his office in Guntersville, Alabama, board-certified family medicine physician Joel C. Milligan, MD, offers routine physicals and wellness checkups as a part of your primary care. However, he also provides specialized services for women’s and men’s health. To establish primary care with Dr. Milligan, call the office or book online today.

Primary Care Q&A

What is primary care?

Primary care focuses on lowering your risk for chronic disease and addressing your current health needs.

Dr. Milligan offers comprehensive primary care services in-office, but he can also help you manage a chronic illness and discuss any concerns that affect your quality of daily life through concierge medicine.

Through the concierge model of care, it gives you access to all of the primary care services that Dr. Milligan provides, including:

Annual physical exams
Well visits
Immunizations
Diagnostic testing
Routine health screenings
Nutrition counseling
Weight loss management

For patients with chronic diseases like high blood pressure, asthma, or diabetes, Dr. Milligan can help you manage your condition and reduce your risk for serious complications.

When should I schedule a primary care appointment?

Even if you’re feeling fine, it’s important to schedule a primary care appointment at least once a year for a routine physical. Annual physical exams are a vital part of preventive health care, which allows Dr. Milligan to treat areas of concern before you notice any symptoms.

However, you might also schedule a primary care visit if you’re injured or not feeling well. If you have any pain or swelling, reach out to Dr. Milligan for prompt care.

Dr. Milligan can also address mental health conditions in children and adults, such as anxiety and depression, and refer you or your child to a health specialist for therapy.

What does a primary care visit involve?

During your primary care visit, Dr. Milligan reviews your personal medical history. He also discusses your lifestyle habits and asks if you have any concerns about your overall health.

For the physical exam portion of your visit, Dr. Milligan gathers essential data about your health, including your height, weight, heart rate, breathing, and more. He may also request X-rays, an ultrasound, urinalysis, blood tests, or other diagnostic tests.

After gathering data about your health, Dr. Milligan provides personalized treatment plans to improve how you feel and help conditions like high blood pressure keep under control.

In addition, Dr. Milligan offers wellness services, including hormone therapy and weight loss management to enhance your well-being.

To establish primary care for you or a loved one, call the office of Joel C. Milligan, MD, or book an appointment online today.

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