Founders Family Medicine's Blog – October 2023 Archive (5)

Colds, the flu, Covid-19, stomach viruses, and other seasonal illnesses can sneak up on you without warning. When the misery hits and you realize you need to be seen by a doctor, where should you turn? While your family doctor is always an option, for fast convenient service when you need it most, urgent centers remain a fan favorite. If you've never visited an medical clinic before, continuing reading and consider some of the most compelling reasons to do so.…

At one time, getting sick required calling and making an appointment at your family doctor’s office, waiting until your appointment time, and then driving to the doctor's office. Upon arrival you had to drag your sick self into the office, where you would be stuck sitting in a waiting room, until a nurse called back to an exam room. Once in the exam room, you might wait some more until the doctor finally appeared to examine you. After all this trouble, you…

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…

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…

There are many viruses that circulate throughout the year. In 2020, Covid-19 arrived and seems to be here to stay. Just when one variant slows down, another one is quick to pop up and take its place. Thus, if you begin to experience symptoms of the latest Covid-19 strain, you may be wondering if urgent care is able to test, provide flu…