Family Medicine

Family medicine offers a way for everyone in your family to receive the same high standard of care. The team of pediatricians and family medicine specialists at Edison Health in Edison, New Jersey, proudly offer family medicine in conjunction with their outstanding pediatrics services. To learn more, book a visit today using the online scheduling tool, or call to speak with a friendly administrative professional.  

What is a family medicine practitioner?

Family medicine is an area of medical specialty that focuses on delivering top-quality care to people of all ages. While some practitioners focus solely on caring for children and others only see adult patients, family medicine practitioners have the skills and training needed to care for people throughout their lifespans. 

A family medicine specialist can deliver all of the preventive and acute care services you need as you move through the phases of life. This allows you to build a professional relationship with your practitioner that lasts for many years. 

What are the benefits of family medicine?

Convenience is a primary benefit of working with a family medicine practitioner. When everyone in your family relies on the same practice for care, booking routine health visits is a simple process. You can even schedule multiple visits on the same day, saving trips across town. 

Recordkeeping is also easier when all family members rely on the same practice. If you relocate, Edison Health can transfer your comprehensive medical records to your new practitioner with ease. 

Your family medicine practitioner not only gets to know your unique health needs, but they also develop an understanding of your role within the family. This helps family medicine practitioners better guide patients who are dealing with issues like caring for aging parents or attending to special needs for their own children. 

What kinds of family medicine services are available?

Family medicine covers the full span of routine health care. Preventive health is the starting point, and it includes comprehensive physical exams and immunization services.

For adult patients with one or more forms of chronic health conditions, chronic disease management strives to reduce symptoms and improve quality of life. Every effort is made to reduce the risk of serious negative outcomes. 

Acute care, also known as sick visits, is also an essential part of family medicine. If you or a family member develops symptoms, sick visits focus on finding the source of discomfort and getting you started on a fast track toward relief. 

If you have additional questions about how family medicine can help you meet the health needs of everyone in your household, call today to schedule a consultation. Online booking is also an option and takes just moments to complete.