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Primary Care refers to the branch of medicine focused on providing comprehensive, accessible, and continuous care for individuals a wide array of services, such as:
- Preventive Care: Regular check-ups, screenings, and vaccinations to prevent illnesses and promote overall health.
- Diagnosis and Treatment: Identifying and managing common medical conditions and diseases.
- Management of Chronic Conditions: Ongoing care for chronic illnesses like diabetes, hypertension, and asthma.
- Health Education: Offering guidance on lifestyle choices, nutrition, and wellness strategies.
- Coordination of Care: Referring patients to specialists or coordinating with other healthcare providers when needed.
A primary care provider (PCP) is a healthcare professional who serves as the first point of contact for patients and manages their overall health care. This category includes:
- Family Physicians: Physicians who provide comprehensive care for individuals of all ages, from infants to the elderly.
- Internists: Physicians who specialize in adult medicine, focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases.
- Pediatricians: Physicians who specialize in the care of infants, children, and adolescents.
- Nurse Practitioners (NPs): Advanced practice registered nurses who can provide a wide range of healthcare services, including diagnosis and treatment of illnesses.
- Physician Assistants (PAs): Healthcare professionals who work under the supervision of physicians, providing diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive care.
These providers play a crucial role in managing patient health, coordinating care, and referring patients to specialists when needed.
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UHS News
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UHS Child Care offering “School’s Out” program during winter breakOctober 15, 2025
The UHS Child Care center is excited to announce a new option for the upcoming winter break. The center is now enrolling school-age children for December 22 - January 2, with the exception of Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
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Hannah Hatfield is our latest Sunshine Award winner!October 14, 2025
A program to recognize the extraordinary care and contributions of our non-licensed nursing support staff continues at UHS with Hannah Hatfield, Main Tower 6, UHS Wilson Medical Center, who was named the August winner of the Sunshine Award!
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Large turnout as Team UHS shows support at annual "Making Strides" walkOctober 13, 2025
Many UHS staff members turned out October 12 for the 2025 edition of the “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” walk at Mirabito Stadium in Binghamton.
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Consider early detection this Breast Cancer Awareness MonthOctober 13, 2025
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to educate the community on the prevalence of breast cancer, the importance of scheduling mammograms, and the lasting impact of a breast cancer diagnosis. For one breast cancer patient, a routine mammogram made all the difference.