Primary Care

Primary care is a foundational aspect of health care that aims to protect and enhance your overall health with age. At Primary Care of Venice in Venice, Florida, the skilled primary care team is dedicated to providing you with comprehensive and personalized care that fosters a trusted partnership to ensure your long-term health and well-being. Call the office today or schedule an appointment online to partner with a primary care provider you can trust to address your unique health needs and support you in achieving your wellness goals. 

What is primary care?

Primary care is your first step into the health care system. Your primary care provider is your main point of contact and the specialist you see most often. They have extensive training in a wide range of medical specialties to ensure every patient receives comprehensive, well-rounded care.

How can primary care benefit me?

As the cornerstone of your health journey, primary care can benefit you in several ways, including:

Prevention

Your primary care provider at Primary Care of Venice can help you stay healthy. Vaccinations, routine physical exams, and positive lifestyle changes are simple steps you can take to prevent acute (short-term) illnesses and chronic (long-term) diseases.

Early intervention

Regular checkups with your primary care provider can detect health problems early when they’re most treatable. 

Continuity of care

As your central point of care, your provider can help manage your overall health and coordinate specialist referrals when necessary.

Chronic disease management

Primary Care of Venice provides comprehensive care for many chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.

Cost-effective care

Primary care can help reduce your long-term medical expenses by preventing costly hospitalizations and emergency visits.

Should I see my primary care provider when I don’t feel well?

Primary Care of Venice encourages you to schedule a visit if you experience any of the following symptoms:

• Persistent cough
• Sore throat
• Fever
• Lethargy
• Shortness of breath
• Unexplained weight loss
• Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
• Headaches or migraines
• Earaches

During your sick visit, your provider may order blood work, a rapid strep test, urinalysis, and other testing services to diagnose your condition.

How does lifestyle contribute to primary care?

The experienced physicians at Primary Care of Venice strive to keep you healthy throughout life. While medication can help treat acute illnesses and manage chronic conditions, maintaining a healthy lifestyle is essential to reduce your risk of obesity, coronary artery disease (CAD), and other chronic conditions. 

Lifestyle changes your primary care provider may recommend to protect and improve your health include:

• Quitting smoking
• Losing weight
• Following a heart-healthy diet
• Monitoring your blood sugar
• Limiting your alcohol consumption
• Exercising regularly

Depending on your unique needs, your doctor may pair lifestyle modifications with medication, insulin, or surgical procedures like angioplasty or bypass surgery.

Call Primary Care of Venice today or schedule an appointment online to take proactive steps toward better health and get the care you need.