Primary Care

The family doctor is central to the care of the entire family and the community as a whole.

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About Primary Care

Family doctors provide a comprehensive range of services to all age groups and genders.

Adult

1. Preventive Care: Routine medical assessments, screening for high cholesterol, diabetes, and cancer), and immunisation updates.

2. Chronic Disease Management: Treatment and management of chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and heart disease.

3. Acute Care: Diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, including infections, minor injuries, and acute pain.

3. Minor Surgical Procedures: Performing minor surgeries, such as mole removals, skin biopsies, and suturing of minor wounds.

5. Mental Health Services: Assessment, counselling, and treatment of mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.

6. Lifestyle Advice: Guidance on diet, exercise, smoking cessation, and alcohol use.

7. Medication Management: Prescribing and managing medications, including monitoring for side effects and effectiveness.

8. Referrals: Referring patients to specialists as needed for further care.

Teens

1. Annual Physical Exams: Routine medical assessments including growth and development assessments.

2. Vaccinations: Administration of vaccines   recommended for adolescents.

3. Mental Health Support: Addressing issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, and bullying.

4. Nutrition and Fitness: Guidance on healthy eating and physical activity tailored to teen needs.

Children

1. Well-Child Visits: Routine check-ups to monitor growth, development, and milestones.

2. Immunizations: Administering vaccines according to paediatric guidelines.

3. Acute Care: Treatment of common childhood illnesses, injuries, and infections.

4. Chronic Condition Management: Managing conditions such as asthma, allergies, and diabetes in children.

5. Developmental Assessments: Evaluating developmental progress and addressing concerns.

Women

1. Reproductive Health: Managing menstrual disorders, contraception, pregnancy care, and menopause.

2. Well-Woman Exams: Routine pelvic exams, Pap smears, and breast exams.

3. Prenatal and Postnatal Care: Monitoring health during and after pregnancy.

4. Sexual and Reproductive Health: Education and counseling on sexual health, contraception, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

5. Menstrual Health: Managing conditions like PCOS and endometriosis.

6. Hormonal Treatment: Addressing hormonal imbalances and related issues.

Men

1. Sexual Health: Screening and treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), erectile dysfunction, and other sexual health issues; counseling on reproductive health.

2. Hormonal Health: Assistance with hormonal imbalances, including testosterone levels, and related conditions.

3. Prostate and testicular assessments.

4. Lifestyle Counseling: Guidance on diet, exercise, smoking cessation, and alcohol consumption to promote a healthier lifestyle.

We have the services of consultant radiologists who perform and report on ultrasounds. These services can enhance diagnosis and management without requiring immediate referral to specialist care.

About ultrasound services….

Abdominal Ultrasound

  • Liver, gallbladder, kidneys, spleen, bladder

  • Screening for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)

  • Detecting gallstones, kidney stones, or liver abnormalities

Obstetric and Gynaecological Ultrasound

  • Early pregnancy confirmation and dating

  • Viability scans

  • Ectopic pregnancy evaluation

  • Assessing fetal position, heart rate, or growth

  • Screening for retained products of conception

  • Pelvic pain or abnormal uterine bleeding evaluation

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
  • Evaluation of joint effusions, soft tissue masses, or tendon injuries
Vascular Ultrasound
  • Venous assessments, e.g., ruling out deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
Thyroid Ultrasound

  • Assessing thyroid nodules

  • Monitoring thyroid enlargement (goitre)

Breast Ultrasound

  • Evaluating palpable lumps

  • Following up on abnormal clinical breast exams (in conjunction with mammography referrals)

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Recent Lab Results

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Questions

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