What is family medicine?
Family medicine is based on a philosophy of developing personal patient-doctor relationships in which doctor and patient work together to prevent health problems and manage existing ones. At De Castro & Basit, MDs, you can expect to be treated like part of their extended family in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere for people of all ages.
Additionally, family medicine doctors are dedicated to treating a variety of health issues, rather than focusing on just one. They interpret how an individual health problem or condition contributes to your overall health and wellness, so they can prescribe the most effective treatments and long-term solutions. Think of Dr. De Castro and Dr. Basit as your partners in health care, or personal medical advisors who help you take an active role in your own health and wellness while supporting you every step of the way.
What conditions does a family medicine physician treat?
Drs. De Castro and Basit welcome patients of all ages, from children to grandparents, for a variety of health concerns and services, such as:
- Headaches and migraines
- Women’s health care
- Sports physicals
- Weight loss
- Menopause
- Diabetes
- Back pain
- Allergies and asthma
- Anxiety and depression
- Aesthetic treatments
- ADD/ADHD
As a result of their extensive training and educational background, family medicine physicians are skilled in pediatrics, gynecology, and internal medicine. The doctors can diagnose and treat most common ailments and help patients of all ages feel better without having to visit more than one medical specialist.
What types of women’s health services does a family medicine physician provide?
Women of all ages can come to De Castro & Basit, MDs, for a variety of health services, including:
- Birth control
- Annual Pap smears
- Vaginal revitalization
- Menopausal symptoms, including hormonal changes
- Women’s wellness exams
- Women’s nutritional and metabolic conditions
Additionally, your provider works with you to help prevent heart disease, diabetes, and other health issues you may be genetically predisposed to.
Find out how the family medicine team at De Castro & Basit, MDs, can provide the highest standard of health care for every member of your family. Call today to schedule an appointment or use the convenient online booking system.
