Medical Finding a Primary Care Provider for you and your family Babies and children are not just small adults—their healthcare needs are different. However, as a family it is important to schedule your annual wellness visit with your healthcare provider to learn more about the best ways to take care of your health. As you age and your children develop a healthcare provider is essential for routine care as well as illnesses or injuries. What care does a primary care provider give? Providers care for children and adults for annual exams, check-ups and to ensure you are maintaining overall health. As you are looking for a primary care provider, consider a provider or location that offers same day appointments and is near your place of work or home. Also, research if the practice is connected to a hospital or health care system in case emergencies arise. Services provided: • Well child care/ Annual wellness exams • Preventive health including immunizations and screening • Support and Televisits • Health Education • Guidance for parents, adults and caregivers • Care for illnesses and injuries • Referrals to specialists as needed 24 Summer 2021 Relocation & Newcomers’ Guide
Making the most of your visit: The following tips will help ensure you are prepared when you have your annual wellness visit. • Write down your questions in advance. Writing your questions in advance this helps ensure you don’t forget to mention something important. • Bring someone with you. You can ask a loved one to sit in on the visit with you. Your friend or relative can serve as an advocate. Your friend or family member may have questions or observations that can help you get the best medical care. • Bring your health records. Bring copies of personal health records. This is important if this is your first visit or if it’s been a while since you saw this healthcare provider. Let your provider know about any other healthcare providers you see. You might also want to bring information about the health of your close family members. Certain diseases and con-
