What is Family Medicine at Prairie Health & Wellness?
Family Medicine at Prairie Health & Wellness in Wichita and Hutchinson, Kansas is membership-based primary care for every age — preventive care, chronic condition management, and in-office procedures, delivered by a physician-led team that coordinates your care across our naturopathic, movement, and wellness services.
Your Family Doctor
A family doctor is a health care practitioner who sees people that have common medical problems. This person is also commonly called a Primary Care Provider (PCP). Your PCP is often involved in your care for a long time and will help to navigate the complexities of specialty care when necessary.
The Role of Your Family Doctor
The role of your family doctor is to…
- provide counseling on preventive care
- teach about healthy lifestyle
- diagnose and treat medical problems (like hypertension)
- recommend dietary changes and interventions
- provide cost effective procedural care (joint injections, mole removal and more)
- make referrals to medical specialists and coordinate care when necessary
A Relationship Built Over Time
It’s best to have one relationship with a PCP that you trust over a long period of time. The more your family doctor knows about you, the better care he or she can provide you. When choosing your primary care provider, it’s important to consider how this person views their relationship with you, how accessible they are to you, and how willing they are to work with your individual issues to achieve your goals. Bottom line: your health is your most important physical asset and you deserve a doctor who feels the same.
Our Family Medicine Services
- Preventive care and annual wellness visits
- Chronic condition diagnosis and management
- Lifestyle, diet, and nutrition counseling
- In-office procedures at transparent prices — joint injections, mole removal, and more
- Specialty referrals and care coordination