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There are 731 Primary Care Doctors in Greensboro, NC and 35% of those with reviews are rated 4-star or higher. Popular hospitals in the area include The Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, Alamance Regional Medical Center and Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.
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731 Results for Primary Care near Greensboro, NC

Healthcare at a Glance in Greensboro, NC

Residents of Greensboro have access to several large healthcare systems in the region, including Novant Health, Cone Health, and Atrium Health. Brenner Children’s Hospital is the nearest dedicated pediatric care facility — located in Winston-Salem. As part of North Carolina’s VA system, Greensboro Community Based Outpatient Clinic offers care to veterans in the area.

Greensboro’s Top-Rated Facilities

U.S. News ranks Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital as the #1 healthcare facility in Greensboro and Winston-Salem. A 628-bed facility, Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital rates high performing in gastroenterology and GI surgery. It also rates high performing in 18 procedures and conditions, including:

  • colon cancer surgery
  • maternity care (uncomplicated pregnancy)

Novant Health’s Forsyth Medical Center, an 921-bed facility, offers a full range of emergency, surgical, and general healthcare services. U.S. News rates Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center as high performing in seven procedures and conditions, including:

  • hip replacement
  • knee replacement
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Primary Care Frequently Asked Questions

Medically reviewed by Meredith Goodwin, MD, FAAFP – Written by Megan Lentz
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?

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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?

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Primary care physicians can perform the following procedures:

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?

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Primary care physicians can treat a wide range of symptoms and conditions. Some conditions your PCP may be able to treat are:

PCPs 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.

Types of PCPs

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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?

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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?