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The Top 10 Reasons to Choose Urgent Care

Healthcare has evolved significantly in recent years to include various options for treatment. While patients were once limited to visiting a family doctor during normal business hours, this is no longer the case. Due to the advent of urgent care centers, there is a more comprehensive, convenient option, that is able to accommodate a wide range of non-emergency medical needs. If you've never visited an urgent care facility before, you may be confused about all the hype. Read on to discover the…See More
Oct 24
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What Is Strep Throat?

All throughout the year, illnesses abound. Particularly during the school year, when children are in close proximity to one another, sickness can seem nearly continuous. One common illness that affects both children and adults is strep throat. Strep throat is a bacterial infection that primarily affects the throat and tonsils. It is caused by the Streptococcus bacteria, specifically the group A Streptococcus (GAS) bacteria. Strep throat is highly contagious and can spread easily through…See More
Oct 4
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What Family Medical History Should I Know?

Your Family Doctors Want To Know All They Can To Help YouIf you haven’t already found an excellent family medical practice to help take care of your family’s health care needs, the time is now.It’s almost universally known that families face new and growing health threats, and one of the best protective measures you can take is to identify and get to know some outstanding family medical practitioners in your area.Your family doctors, nurses, and nurse practitioners will want to get to know you,…See More
Sep 27
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Is It Better to Visit Urgent Care or Utilize Telehealth?

Is It Better to Visit Urgent Care or Utilize Telehealth?Over the last several decades, there has been a literal explosion of healthcare options. With the advent of greater technology, telemedicine options have rapidly grown in popularity and accessibility. Similarly, while medical visits were once limited to family medicine practices, specialists, and emergency care, most people now have access to one or more urgent care centers conveniently located in their area. With so many options, many…See More
Sep 20
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Do Urgent Care Centers Accept Health Insurance?

As healthcare has evolved to include urgent care centers, turning to this method of treatment when you're unable to visit a family doctor promptly and do not meet the criteria for a trip to the ER has become commonplace. Even though urgent care facilities are not meant to replace emergency rooms or family practices, they play an important role in ensuring that minor injuries and common ailments receive prompt attention, so you can get on the road to recovery more quickly. Many urgent care…See More
Sep 13
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Is Urgent Care a Substitute for Primary Care?

Over the last decade, healthcare has evolved significantly with the advent of urgent care clinics. While patients were once limited to a family physician or the local emergency room, they now have nearly endless choices when it comes to where they can receive routine medical care. As such, if you have come to love the convenience of visiting a urgent care center, you may be wondering if it is necessary to continue to maintain a primary care doctor. The reality is that despite the many benefits…See More
Sep 6
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What Are The Benefits of Choosing An Urgent Care Facility?

When it comes to making decisions about your medical care, your health is at stake. As such, it is important to carefully weigh out your options. In modern times, we have nearly endless specialists, primary care physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, family practices, emergency rooms, and urgent care facilities. With so many different choices, it can be difficult to determine where to turn when you need care. While every type of care provider and care facility has an important…See More
Aug 30
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Are Urgent Care Doctors Less Qualified?

Urgent care centers have seemingly popped up overnight. What started out as a few clinics has developed into a nationwide phenomenon with many family practices and even specialists adding on urgent care associated with their main facility. Particularly for those growing up prior to this comprehensive healthcare movement, concerns abound over the quality of care one is likely to receive at such a facility.One common concern is whether urgent care doctors are less qualified than primary care…See More
Aug 23
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Top 5 Myths About the Flu Shot

 Let’s talk about the flu shot and clear up some common myths surrounding it. We want to provide you with reliable information to help you understand the truth about the flu vaccine.By providing evidence-based information, we hope to dispel these misconceptions and help you understand the reality of flu prevention and vaccination. Remember, the flu…See More
Dec 15, 2023
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How Long Does the Flu Vaccine Last?

The flu vaccine is something that many people are curious about. They want to know how long it lasts and how effective it is. This article will provide an evidence-based analysis of the flu shot's longevity in protecting against the flu.We will explore how the vaccine works and its effectiveness in preventing influenza. Additionally, we will discuss why it is necessary to get the…See More
Nov 30, 2023
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What Is a Primary Care Doctor?

A primary care or family doctor is a physician that specializes in routine medical care for the whole family. A primary care doctor’s office is typically the first place you will visit if you are sick or in need of an annual physical. A family doctor can help treat and manage a wide range of medical conditions and illnesses. Furthermore, if you are in need of specialist care, your family doctor will be responsible for referring you to the appropriate person. The main goal of family medicine is…See More
Nov 23, 2023
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Everything You Need To Know About Arthritis

Arthritis is a common yet deeply debilitating medical condition, characterized by pain and impaired mobility of the joints. Prior accidents, heredity, age, and other factors influence the type of arthritis, severity, and level of discomfort it causes to those it afflicts. As a chronic condition, having the right medical practitioner to give you an initial diagnosis and preside over your ongoing treatment will be important in ensuring you live a comfortable life despite your condition. Continue…See More
Nov 16, 2023
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Is Urgent Care More Affordable Than Going to the ER?

Urgent care centers are springing up all over the country and are becoming an important part of our healthcare system. Whereas we were once constrained to normal business hours at a family doctor's office or forced to go to the ER, if we got sick after hours, with the advent of urgent care centers, there is another option. While there are many great reasons to consider visiting an urgent care instead of the ER, one of the most powerful reasons is to save money. Simply put, for non-emergency…See More
Nov 9, 2023
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Oct 27, 2023
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Can I Seek Treatment at An Urgent Care Facility If I Don't Have Medical Insurance?

If you find yourself in need of medical care, but you don't have insurance, you may be wondering what to do. As the popularity of urgent care centers continue to increase, you may wonder if this could be an option in getting the care you need if you don't have medical insurance. Sadly, many Americans find themselves in this situation; however, the good news is you can be seen at an urgent care clinic with or without medical insurance. Although, if you don’t have insurance, you should expect to…See More
Oct 20, 2023
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FAQs About Family Medicine

If you find yourself in need of medical care, it may be difficult to know where to start. With urgent care clinics, family medicine, emergency rooms, and specialist doctors to choose from, getting the care you need may seem overwhelming. One important branch of the medical system is primary care doctors, often known as family doctors. While all parts of the medical system work together to offer the most comprehensive care, there is simply no replacement for a primary care physician. Read on to…See More
Oct 13, 2023

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Founders Family Medicine and Urgent Care in Castle Rock's goal is to provide you with quality care, accessibility and state of the art x-ray, lab and electronic medical records. When you come into Founders Family Medicine and Urgent Care you will find a warm environment and our state of the art patient portal that allows you to email your provider directly.
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The Top 10 Reasons to Choose Urgent Care

Healthcare has evolved significantly in recent years to include various options for treatment. While patients were once limited to visiting a family doctor during normal business hours, this is no longer the case. Due to the advent of urgent care centers, there is a more comprehensive, convenient option, that is able to accommodate a wide range of non-emergency medical needs. If you've never visited an urgent care facility before, you may be confused about all…

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Posted on October 24, 2024 at 1:31am

What Is Strep Throat?

All throughout the year, illnesses abound. Particularly during the school year, when children are in close proximity to one another, sickness can seem nearly continuous. One common illness that affects both children and adults is strep throat. Strep throat is a bacterial infection that primarily affects the throat and tonsils. It is caused by the Streptococcus bacteria, specifically the group A Streptococcus (GAS) bacteria. Strep throat is highly contagious…

Continue

Posted on October 4, 2024 at 1:27am

What Family Medical History Should I Know?

Your Family Doctors Want To Know All They Can To Help You

If you haven’t already found an excellent family medical practice to help take care of your family’s health care needs, the time is now.

It’s almost universally known that families face new and growing health threats, and one of the best protective measures you can take is to…

Continue

Posted on September 27, 2024 at 1:40am

Is It Better to Visit Urgent Care or Utilize Telehealth?

Is It Better to Visit Urgent Care or Utilize Telehealth?

Over the last several decades, there has been a literal explosion of healthcare options. With the advent of greater technology, telemedicine options have rapidly grown in popularity and accessibility. Similarly, while medical visits were once limited to family medicine practices, specialists, and emergency care, most people now have access to one or more urgent care centers conveniently…

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Posted on September 20, 2024 at 1:10am

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