Atlantic Medical Group Primary Care at Oakland
Services offered at Primary Care at Oakland
We provide superb, patient-centered care for adults across the continuum of health and aging, and interact with caregivers on a personal and clinical level. We work hard to build supportive relationships with patients, caregivers and families.
Our practice is dedicated to maintaining the well-being, vitality and independence of adults. As primary care physicians, we provide the first contact with many patients who may have new or existing health concerns. Some of are services are provided through Chilton Medical Center. Our areas of expertise include:
- Acute sick visits, with same-day appointments available
- Adult and adolescent medicine (age 16 and older)
- Assessment of acute illness and symptoms (such as, fever, cough, headache, dizziness, pain)
- Individual and family counseling
- Minor office surgery
- Non-surgical orthopedics
- Care for chronic health conditions, such as: Asthma or Chronic, Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Diabetes, High blood cholesterol, High blood pressure, Overactive thyroid
- Yearly physical examinations, including college-bound physicals
- Health promotion and lifestyle guidance, including disease screening and early identification of at-risk patients
- Screenings for heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes, osteoporosis and for cancers such as breast or colon immunizations, such as Influenza, Hepatitis A & Hepatitis B, Meningitis, Pneumococcal 23, Prevnar 13, Tetanus, Diphtheria (Td –Tetanus), Tdap – tetanus diphtheria, pertussis and shingles
- Medical testing such as strep throat, Mantoux, Influenza, and urinalysis
- Pre-operative consultation service
- EKGs
- Care of the older adult, including “Welcome to Medicare” for those 65 years of age and an annual wellness visits thereafter
- Care coordination and management, including post-acute care, transitions of care, palliative care and high risk, complex care for adults with multiple chronic conditions
- Referral to specialists and coordination of care
- On site laboratory for blood draw (Tuesdays and Thursdays only)
- Population-based chronic disease and complex care management
- Referral to medical and surgical specialists, if needed
FAQs about primary care
How often you should see your primary care doctor depends on things like your age, health, and any medical conditions you may have. Your doctor will help you figure out the best schedule for you, whether that's a yearly check-up or more frequent visits to stay on top of your health. Regular visits help keep you healthy and can catch problems early. Know when to schedule important regular exams.
Here’s what you should bring to your primary care visit:
- List of your current medications, allergies, and any past surgeries or health conditions
- Updates on any recent doctor visits, hospital stays, or urgent care trips since your last visit
- Questions, symptoms, or concerns you want to discuss with your doctor
- A health journal where you track important dates, symptoms, or changes in your health
- Any documents, like test results or medical records, and something to take notes on during your visit
Being prepared will help you get the most out of your appointment and work with your doctor to stay healthy!
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