A primary care provider serves as the first point of contact for patients, offering continuity of care and referrals to specialists when necessary. The goal of primary care is to keep individuals healthy and address their medical concerns in a holistic manner.
Ottumwa Health Group offers primary care services dedicated to preventing, diagnosing and treating illnesses that affect patients of all ages, from infants to older adults. Our primary care providers are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic illnesses, as well as provide preventive care and health education to their patients. At Ottumwa Health Group, our providers address the healthcare needs of individuals and families over time, forming long-term relationships with our patients.
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Services include:
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- Annual wellness exams and checkups
- Sick visits
- Preventive screenings
- Flu shots and other immunizations
- Minor injuries or accidents
- Medication management
- Allergy treatment
- Healthy lifestyle education
- Ongoing care for chronic conditions
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For our families with children, learn more about the importance of regular well-child visits.
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Annual Well-Visits:
A well-visit, also known as an annual checkup, is a routine appointment with a primary care provider to discuss your overall health and wellness.
Our approach to well-visits is guided by the latest medical recommendations and tailored to meet each patient’s unique needs. We believe that preventive care is the cornerstone of good health, and our mission is to help you achieve a long and healthy life.
An annual well-visit offers several benefits, including:
- Preventive Care: Early detection of potential health issues like high blood pressure, diabetes or high cholesterol can lead to more effective treatment.
- Updated Health Screenings: Ensure that immunizations and screenings (like mammograms, colonoscopies, etc.) are up-to-date based on age, gender and medical history.
- Personalized Health Advice: Discuss lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, sleep and stress, receiving personalized advice to improve overall health.
- Medication Review: Review current medications to assess effectiveness, side effects and potential interactions.
- Building a Health History: Establish a comprehensive health record that helps track changes over time, making it easier to identify trends or concerns.
- Mental Health Check: Opportunity to discuss mental health, including stress, anxiety or depression, and receive appropriate referrals or treatment options.
- Setting Health Goals: Work with your provider to set realistic health goals, whether for weight loss, smoking cessation or managing a chronic condition.