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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 Pediatrics Binghamton Named 2025 Broome County Immunization ChampionSeptember 05, 2025
UHS Pediatrics Binghamton was recently recognized by the Broome County Department of Health as a 2025 Broome County Immunization Champion.
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Cora Nichols is our latest Sunshine Award winner!September 05, 2025
A program to recognize the extraordinary care and contributions of our non-licensed nursing support staff continues at UHS with Cora Nichols, South Tower 4, UHS Wilson Medical Center, who was named the July winner of the Sunshine Program Award!
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UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital's Career Days sparks students interest in healthcareSeptember 04, 2025
UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital hosted its annual Career Days camp welcoming twenty-four students from across the Southern Tier on August 14 and 15. The hands-on healthcare exploration program is designed for students entering grades 8 through 12, to explore a wide variety of healthcare professions in a real hospital setting.
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Our newest DAISY Award winner is Jennifer OlekszaSeptember 04, 2025
A program to recognize the care and compassion of extraordinary nurses continues at UHS with Jennifer Oleksza, RN, North Tower 4, UHS Wilson Medical Center, being named the July winner of the DAISY Award!