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?

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Alesha Logan, NP

Nursing (Nurse Practitioner)

5.0 (19)

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0.6 mi

528 Union Rd # B Gastonia, NC 28054

Tel: (704) 389-3741

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Dr. Joshua Porter, MD

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15 years of experience

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937 Cox Rd Gastonia, NC 28054

Tel: (704) 898-8014

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Dr. William Anthony Jr, MD

Family Medicine

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33 years of experience

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0.2 mi

311 W 3rd Ave Gastonia, NC 28052

Tel: (704) 865-7096

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Dr. Marty Baker, MD

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22 years of experience

2.5 mi

705 Summit Crossing Pl Ste 150 Gastonia, NC 28054

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Dr. Megan Johnson, MD

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2290 Remount Rd Gastonia, NC 28054

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Dr. Elizabeth Provost, MD

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2290 Remount Rd Gastonia, NC 28054

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Dr. Shawnya Gore, MD

Internal Medicine

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27 years of experience

2.4 mi

1867 Remount Rd Ste D Gastonia, NC 28054

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Dr. Steven Newton, MD

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706 W King St Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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Dr. Joseph McShea, DO

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3.8 mi

600 W Trade St Ste B Dallas, NC 28034

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Dr. Douglas Meardon, MD

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10 years of experience

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111 E 3rd Ave Gastonia, NC 28052

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Dr. Van Stitt Jr, MD

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111 E 3rd Ave Gastonia, NC 28052

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207 Church St Clover, SC 29710

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Dr. Brian Wysong, MD

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924 Cox Rd Gastonia, NC 28054

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Dr. David Layne, MD

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33 years of experience

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100 N Main St Ste 150 Belmont, NC 28012

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Dr. Aida Jacic, MD

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17 years of experience

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207 Church St Clover, SC 29710

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Dr. Jessica Grass, MD

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6.5 mi

4235 S New Hope Rd Gastonia, NC 28056

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Karen Gorski, PA-C

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5.0 (1)

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1.6 mi

1548 Union Rd Ste D Gastonia, NC 28054

Tel: (704) 861-0707

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Dr. Gary Schenk Sr, MD

Family Medicine

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35 years of experience

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1.6 mi

1381 E Garrison Blvd Gastonia, NC 28054

Tel: (704) 861-2273

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Dr. Kathleen Woodin, MD

Pediatrics

5.0 (1)

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42 years of experience

1.8 mi

825 Majestic Ct Ste B Gastonia, NC 28054

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Dr. Uma Periyanayagam, MD

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15 years of experience

1.8 mi

825 Majestic Ct Ste B Gastonia, NC 28054

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