primary care services
primary care services
At The IAMACF Free Health Clinic patients can address their concerns by speaking with a team of medical students, who will conduct the initial patient encounter and then call in an attending physician for the final assessment and plan. Primary care includes health promotion, disease prevention, health maintenance, counseling, patient education, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses.
Common Chronic Disease Management
Hypertension
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is a chronic medical condition characterized by elevated pressure in the arteries, which can lead to serious health complications if left untreated.
Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels resulting from insufficient insulin production, impaired insulin function, or both, leading to various complications affecting multiple organ systems in the body.
High Cholesterol
High cholesterol refers to elevated levels of cholesterol in the blood, which can increase the risk of developing heart disease and other cardiovascular complications.
Thyroid Disorders
Thyroid disorders encompass a range of conditions affecting the thyroid gland's function, including hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid nodules, which can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, weight changes, and alterations in metabolism.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic condition where stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing discomfort and potential complications such as esophageal inflammation or damage.
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Common Chronic Disease Management
Hypertension
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is a chronic medical condition characterized by elevated pressure in the arteries, which can lead to serious health complications if left untreated.
Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels resulting from insufficient insulin production, impaired insulin function, or both, leading to various complications affecting multiple organ systems in the body.
High Cholesterol
High cholesterol refers to elevated levels of cholesterol in the blood, which can increase the risk of developing heart disease and other cardiovascular complications.
Thyroid Disorders
Thyroid disorders encompass a range of conditions affecting the thyroid gland's function, including hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid nodules, which can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, weight changes, and alterations in metabolism.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic condition where stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing discomfort and potential complications such as esophageal inflammation or damage.
