What is a primary care doctor?

Primary care physicians (PCPs) — also known as primary care providers — are a vital part of your preventive care and wellness. All your routine care needs such as annual physicals, vaccinations, and lab work can be addressed by your PCP.A PCP can be a family medicine provider, internist, or some other healthcare professionals who practice general medicine.By working with other members of your healthcare team, your PCP can help you manage your overall health.

How often should I see a PCP?

It's recommended that you see a primary care doctor once a year. You may need to see them more often if you have new healthcare concerns or are living with a chronic health condition.

What procedures do PCPs perform?

Primary care physicians can perform the following procedures:blood draws for routine health tests, like cholesterol or blood sugar levelsdiagnostic tests for sexually transmitted infectionsdiagnostic throat and nose swabsdiagnostic urine testsphysical examinationsPap smearsaudiometry exam (hearing test)This is not an exhaustive list. Reach out to your PCP to find out what they can do or what might need a referral to a specialist.

What conditions do PCPs treat?

Primary care physicians can treat a wide range of symptoms and conditions. Some conditions your PCP may be able to treat are:cold and flustrep throaturinary tract infectionconjunctivitis (pink eye)ear infectionhigh blood pressurediabetesPCPs are also great resources for all of your health concerns. Even if you see your PCP for a condition that they don't directly treat, they can help refer you to a specialist.

The following are specific types of primary care physicians:Family practitioners can treat everyone in your family, regardless of age.Internists only treat adults.Geriatricians specialize in treating older adults.Pediatricians specialize in treating babies and children under the age of 18.You can also receive primary care from a physician's assistant (PA) or nurse practitioner (NP).

What should I ask a PCP?

Top questions to ask a primary care physician during your next appointment include:Do you have a specialty or area of interest?Are there vitamins or supplements you recommend?Do you recommend seeing a specialist? Can you refer me to one?What are common health concerns for people my age? What can I do to reduce my risk?Can I manage this condition with diet and lifestyle changes?Is this test necessary? Are there other tests you recommend?Do you have recommendations for managing my weight?How much sleep should I get at night? What can I do to improve my sleep?

Primary Care Doctors in Asheville, NC | Schedule Online

Dr. Robert Wiggins Jr, MD

Ophthalmology

4.9 (310)

Accepting new patients

34 years of experience

3.6 mi

8 Medical Park Dr Asheville, NC 28803

Tel: (828) 258-1586

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Dr. George Ibrahim, MD

Regenerative Medicine

4.6 (39)

Accepting new patients

11 years of experience

3.0 mi

1 Vanderbilt Park Dr Ste 230 Asheville, NC 28803

Tel: (828) 505-2885

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Dr. Thomas Rennard, MD

Internal Medicine

4.6 (31)

Accepting new patients

30 years of experience

Offers telehealth

0.7 mi

147 Asheland Ave Asheville, NC 28801

Tel: (828) 258-1188

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Dr. Clara Chay, MD

Internal Medicine

5.0 (17)

Accepting new patients

27 years of experience

Offers telehealth

8.1 mi

15 Skyland Inn Dr Fl 3 Arden, NC 28704

Tel: (828) 654-5001

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Dr. Susane Gronski, DPT

Physical Therapy

5.0 (15)

Accepting new patients

0.2 mi

56 Central Ave Ste 103 Asheville, NC 28801

Tel: (828) 545-2996

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Dr. Christine Posner, MD

Family Medicine

5.0 (11)

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22 years of experience

0.4 mi

40 Coxe Ave Asheville, NC 28801

Tel: (828) 250-5000

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Dr. Michael Hite, DO

Family Medicine

5.0 (5)

Accepting new patients

17 years of experience

4.0 mi

333 Gashes Creek Rd Asheville, NC 28803

Tel: (828) 298-0333

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Dr. Jennifer Hall, MD

Family Medicine

5.0 (10)

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18 years of experience

Offers telehealth

0.8 mi

206 Asheland Ave Asheville, NC 28801

Tel: (828) 258-8681

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Dr. Robert Steward, MD

Family Medicine

5.0 (15)

Accepting new patients

33 years of experience

Offers telehealth

0.8 mi

206 Asheland Ave Asheville, NC 28801

Tel: (828) 258-8681

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Dr. Donald Russell, MD

Allergy & Immunology

5.0 (13)

Accepting new patients

33 years of experience

1.1 mi

14 MCDOWELL ST Asheville, NC 28801

Tel: (828) 255-3749

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Dr. Sissel Topple, MD

Family Medicine

4.4 (14)

Accepting new patients

30 years of experience

Offers telehealth

4.1 mi

333 Gashes Creek Rd Ste 112 Asheville, NC 28803

Tel: (828) 298-0333

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Dr. Nunzio Pagano II, DO

Internal Medicine

5.0 (12)

Accepting new patients

12 years of experience

Offers telehealth

1.5 mi

60 Livingston St Ste 200 Asheville, NC 28801

Tel: (828) 253-4851

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Dr. Jennifer Wilhelm, MD

Internal Medicine

4.5 (33)

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23 years of experience

3.0 mi

1 Vanderbilt Park Dr Ste 200 Asheville, NC 28803

Tel: (828) 274-9920

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Dr. John Gardner, MD

Family Medicine

4.7 (15)

Accepting new patients

21 years of experience

Offers telehealth

3.0 mi

1 Vanderbilt Park Dr Ste 200 Asheville, NC 28803

Tel: (828) 705-3520

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Dr. Emily Diznoff, MD

Family Medicine

4.8 (17)

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Offers telehealth

1.6 mi

43 Oakland Rd Asheville, NC 28801

Tel: (828) 252-2511

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Dr. Matthew Snead, DO

Internal Medicine

5.0 (1)

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6.8 mi

1388 Sand Hill Rd Ste 1 Candler, NC 28715

Tel: (828) 365-7652

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Dr. Dena Snead, DO

Internal Medicine

5.0 (2)

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6.8 mi

1388 Sand Hill Rd Ste 1 Candler, NC 28715

Tel: (828) 365-7652

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Dr. Anne Fulbright, PA-C

Cardiology (Physician Assistant)

5.0 (4)

Accepting new patients

12 years of experience

Offers telehealth

1.0 mi

394 Merrimon Ave Asheville, NC 28801

Tel: (828) 606-1955

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Maggi Ormand, PA-C

Physician Assistant (PA)

5.0 (2)

Accepting new patients

12 years of experience

1.3 mi

6 Brooklet St Asheville, NC 28801

Tel: (828) 250-0898

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Dr. Edna Wong McKinstry, MD

Internal Medicine

4.7 (15)

Accepting new patients

12 years of experience

1.6 mi

509 Biltmore Ave Asheville, NC 28801

Tel: (828) 213-4411

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Dr. Jennifer Hall, MD

Dr. Robert Steward, MD

Dr. Donald Russell, MD

Dr. Sissel Topple, MD

Dr. Nunzio Pagano II, DO

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Dr. John Gardner, MD

Dr. Emily Diznoff, MD

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