Primary Care The primary care physician is the one doctor who knows everything about your health. Your primary care physician knows your personal and family medical history, has the resources available to help you make lifestyle changes, and knows when to recommend appropriate tests and screenings. Virginia Hospital Center (VHC) Physician Group is a multi-specialty group of primary care physicians and a wide range of specialists located throughout Northern Virginia. Our physicians are carefully selected for their ability to deliver compassionate medical care at the highest level. When you entrust your medical care to the VHC Physician Group, you have a world-class team working together and advocating for your health. As a patient of the Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group, your relationship with our doctors is built on trust and respect. Maintaining and managing your health is a collaboration between you and your physician. In order to maximize your time, here are a few ways for you to be ready for an appointment with our physicians: • Prior to your visit, write down any questions or concerns. Let your physician know at the beginning of the appointment that you have a list of questions. This allows your physician to allot time to address them. • Bring a trusted family member or friend to help you take notes.
•L isten to what your physician is saying. If you don’t understand, ask them to simplify what they are saying. •B efore you leave, make sure you understand the treatment, instructions and expectations. •D on’t forget to get a copy of your results.
Dr. Charalambopoulos, Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group Primary Care Old Town, with patient.
Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group – Primary Care Locations Alexandria • 703.717.4148 1600 N. Beauregard St., Suite 300 Alexandria, VA 22311
McLean • 703.992.0649 6862 Elm St., Suite 600 McLean, VA 22101
Arlington • 703.717.4245 2800 Shirlington Rd., Suite 500 Arlington, VA 22206 1635 N. George Mason Dr., Suite 140 Arlington, VA 22205
Old Town • 703.528.8260 700 S. Washington St., Suite 330 Alexandria, VA 22314
Falls Church • 703.532.5436 400 S. Maple Ave., Suite 200 Falls Church, VA 22046
One Number To Know Schedule an appointment with any VHC Physician Group Practice by calling 703.DIAL.VHC (703.342.5842) Virginia Hospital Center • Senior Resource Guide • 703.558.6859 •
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