Frequently Asked Questions

Family Practice Center - Health Care for the Individual and Family

What are the signs of diabetes?

How do I know if I have diabetes and how can I control it?

I'm diabetic, how should I be caring for my feet?

Why are some of your doctors called residents?

What is the difference between an M.D. and a D.O.?

Which hospital(s) do your doctors go to?

Are your doctors Board Certified?

What is a residency program?

If I am admitted to the hospital, who would take care of me?

I’ve been having a lot of headaches lately, should I worry about them?

How can I tell whether my headaches are migraines or tension type and is there a difference in treatment?

Do I have to take medicine to control my blood pressure?

I recently heard that high cholesterol could contribute to heart disease. Should I have my cholesterol checked?

Does avoiding salt really lower my blood pressure?

Do you accept Title IX?

How do I get a copy of my medical records?

I don’t have insurance coverage. Can I still come to your office?

What Insurances do you accept?

How do I get my medical records transferred here?

Are you accepting new patients?

Will my doctor call in a prescription for me without being seen in the office?

How do I get a prescription refilled?

A PSA of 4.2 was discovered on my recent screening blood test for prostate cancer. I am a 45 year old male with no symptoms.

Who should be tested for HIV?

I am concerned about a friend who I suspect may be suffering from depression. Can you tell me the symptoms of depression?

What is GERD?

Why do I need to contact my doctor if I am traveling out of the country?

Do you take care of newborns?

When should I worry about my baby’s constipation?

My child has a fever. Should I worry?

Is there a right way to wash your hands?

At 20 years old, do I need a "complete physical" with diagnostic testing like those you performed on my parents recently?

Should I get the flu vaccine?

What is Accutane? Will is cure my acne?

When should I worry about a mole?

What are some things I can do to reduce my acne flare-ups?

What is colposcopy?

I have my annual pelvic exam and breast exam with my GYN doctor. Do I still need a physical from my family doctor?

Hormone replacement therapy, is it still safe?

Is vaginal discharge normal?

Will my regular doctor deliver my baby?

Why does my doctor want me to take prenatal vitamins when I am not pregnant?

Do you give free pregnancy tests?

If you still have questions after reading through these, please don't hesitate to contact us.