Frequently Asked Questions

Family Practice Center - Health Care for the Individual and Family

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

What are the signs of diabetes?

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

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

Why are some of your doctors called residents?

Which hospital(s) do your doctors go to?

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

Are your doctors Board Certified?

What is a residency program?

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

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

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?

Are you accepting new patients?

Do you accept Title IX?

How do I get a copy of my medical records?

What Insurances do you accept?

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

How do I get my medical records transferred here?

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.

What is GERD?

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

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?

My child has a fever. Should I worry?

Do you take care of newborns?

When should I worry about my baby’s constipation?

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?

Is there a right way to wash your hands?

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

What is Accutane? Will is cure my acne?

When should I worry about a mole?

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?

Will my regular doctor deliver my baby?

Is vaginal discharge normal?

Do you give free pregnancy tests?

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

What is colposcopy?

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