Primary Care

Routine primary care makes it easy to live a healthy and active life. Physical exams, vaccinations, and preventive screenings protect your well-being and provide peace of mind. At Mederi Urgent Care in the Melrose Hill neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, the team provides primary care services to people of all ages. Whether you need to schedule lab services or simply wish to update your immunizations, the team can help. Call Mederi Urgent Care today to schedule a primary care appointment, or book your visit online.

Are primary care and preventive care the same thing?

Primary care and preventive care are similar, but they aren’t identical.

Primary care

Primary care provides basic medical services, including physicals, lab testing, immunizations, and health counseling. It’s a key component of healthy living.

Preventive care

Preventive care is a primary care subspecialty that deters health problems from developing. Examples of preventive care include sex-specific screenings, like prostate exams and Pap smears.

Which services are included in primary care?

The Mederi Urgent Care team provides several primary care services, including:

Physicals

A physical exam assesses your general health and well-being from head to toe. It also presents an opportunity to ask your doctor questions, discuss health concerns, and make plans for living a healthier, more active lifestyle.

Lab services

Lab services, like bloodwork and urinalysis, analyze bodily fluids to gain insights into your health. These tests help your Mederi Urgent Care provider identify health problems like high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), high blood sugar, and hormone imbalances.

Immunizations

Immunizations, or vaccines, train your immune system to defend against harmful microorganisms like viruses and bacteria. No vaccine is 100% effective, but it significantly reduces your risk of contagious illness and severe outcomes, such as hospitalization and death.

Prescription medication

Some health problems, like diabetes and high blood pressure (hypertension), require treatment with prescription medication. If your doctor determines you need one (or several) drugs, they write you a prescription.

Specialist referrals

The Mederi Urgent Care team treats minor injuries and illnesses, but if you have a chronic illness that requires more personalized care, they refer you to a specialist. The team coordinates treatment between providers to ensure a positive outcome.

What are the benefits of primary care?

Primary care provides several benefits for you and your family, including:

• Improved health
• Easier access to medical care
• Reduced health care costs
• Improved quality of life

Since primary care involves routine checkups with your doctor, it provides the opportunity to ask questions and discuss symptoms and/or concerns. This one-on-one time can be valuable, teaching you how to live a healthier, happier life.

Call Mederi Urgent Care today to schedule primary care for yourself or your child, or book your visit online.