Preventive care

Reducing your risk of diseases, illnesses, and injuries with preventive care can save you time, money, and heartache. At Brunswick Medical in Brunswick, Georgia, expert family practice specialists Jeuslyn Chandler, MD, and Brenda Poythress, NP, provide comprehensive preventive medicine services for patients 12 and older. Schedule a preventive care evaluation by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today.

What is preventive care?

Preventive care at Brunswick Medical consists of medical evaluations, diagnostic testing, and treatments that reduce your risk of common health concerns. It can lessen your chance of becoming sick, developing a chronic disease, or sustaining an injury. Preventive care also helps detect medical conditions early before they cause complications.

What are the different types of preventive care?

Examples of preventive care services at Brunswick Medical include:

Physicals

Physical exams are comprehensive health evaluations that detect or rule out medical problems in men, women, teenagers, and children. Brunswick Medical provides pelvic exams and Pap smears for women, breast exams, and prostate exams for men. Sports, school, and U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exams are also available.

Wellness checkups

Wellness exams in children and teenagers assess their growth, development, and overall health and well-being. These exams help detect potential concerns in young patients before they become problematic.

Vaccinations

Vaccinations are shots that help strengthen the body’s immune system, reducing your risk of becoming ill or having severe symptoms. 

Weight management

Weight management at Brunswick Medical consists of personalized nutrition plans, exercise recommendations, and weight loss medications (when necessary). It helps you achieve and maintain a healthy body weight to boost energy and keep chronic disease risks at bay.

Health screenings

Brunswick Medical provides health screenings that detect potential medical problems early, when they’re easiest to treat. Examples include screenings for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, osteoporosis, cancer, and heart disease.

Which form of preventive care is right for me?

The Brunswick Medical team reviews your symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle to determine which preventive care options are best suited for you. This will depend on your gender, age, and numerous other factors. They tailor a plan based on your specific needs.

How often should I schedule preventive care visits?

See the Brunswick Medical experts at least once a year for a routine physical exam, health screenings, and in-office testing. They determine if you need more frequent appointments. 

Schedule a visit with your provider if you develop new or unusual symptoms, have questions about your health, are due for vaccinations, or become ill. Call anytime you have questions or concerns.

Schedule preventive care at Brunswick Medical by calling the office or requesting a visit online today.