Primary Care at Dignity Health Medical Group Nevada
Dignity Health Medical Group Nevada offers comprehensive primary care for the whole family. Our family medicine and internal medicine physicians provide continuous healthcare, diagnosing and treating a wide range of health conditions and diseases for patients of all ages.
We focus on preventive care, including routine health screenings, to help you stay healthy and prevent illness. Your Dignity Health primary care physician will also coordinate any specialized care you may need, ensuring a seamless healthcare experience. Find a primary care doctor in Nevada today.
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Family Medicine
Our family providers specialize in providing continuing, comprehensive healthcare for patients of all ages. They are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions and provide preventive care services for their patients’ overall health and well-being.
Internal Medicine
Our Internal Medicine team focuses on long-term comprehensive health for adults and seniors. They are skilled in diagnosing and managing complex chronic illnesses, treating common non-surgical medical conditions, as well as promoting preventive care. We partner with patients to maintain their health and provide ongoing education.
Exploring the Key Distinctions Between Family Medicine and Internal Medicine
At Dignity Health Medical Group Nevada, we offer both family medicine and internal medicine to provide comprehensive primary care for our community. While both specialties emphasize continuity of care and building strong doctor-patient relationships, they differ in their focus and the patient populations they serve. Understanding these differences can help you select the physician who best meets your individual or family's healthcare needs.
Feature |
Family Medicine |
Internal Medicine |
|---|---|---|
Patient Age |
All ages (newborns* to elderly)
*Ages 0 - 16 seen at the Pavilion location.
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Adults |
| Sick Visits | Sick visits – cough, fever, sore throat, ear/
sinus infections
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Sick visits – cough, fever, sore throat, ear/
sinus infections
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Scope of Practice |
Comprehensive care: all ages |
Adult care: complex medical conditions |
Preventive Care |
Wellness and preventive care for all ages |
Wellness and preventive care for adults |
Women's Health |
Preventive screenings, reproductive health and gynecological care. |
Preventive screenings, reproductive health and gynecological care. |