You Still Need a Great Primary Care Doctor Even if You are Healthy!

You still need a great primary care doctor even if you are healthy! Let me say that again in case you didn’t catch it “YOU STILL NEED A GREAT PRIMARY CARE DOCTOR EVEN IF YOU ARE HEALTHY!”. There is this common misconception that if you are healthy it doesn’t matter who your doctor is. This is so far from the truth! Your primary care doctor is so important, regardless of your health status.

There are so many reasons why it is important to have a great primary care provider (PCP) even if you are healthy. The following is just a few of the reasons:

1. Having a great primary care doctor can help make sure you are up to date on preventative care and screenings.

2. Having a great primary care doctor makes it so you have someone you trust to turn to when situations do arise.

When you get sick, the last thing you want to be doing is searching for a PCP you want to know exactly who to turn to.

3. Having a great primary care doctor gives you an advocate for your health.

Your PCP can be your biggest advocate for your health, which is why it is so crucial to have one that you trust. When problems arise you want to have someone who will fight for you.

4. Having a great primary care doctor gives you a person to turn to for your health related questions.

Dr. Google shouldn't be the first place you turn with your health questions, a great primary care doctor can be your best resource. Not only can they answer your questions but they can also help point you to reputable sources.

5. Having a great primary care doctor while healthy helps you to establish a relationship and ensures your doctor knows your baseline.

This right here is the MOST important reason in my opinion. Let me tell you a little bit about my story. When my health suddenly declined I was told by nurses over the phone I was probably just stressed because I was in college. However when my doctor walked into the room he took one look at me and immediately knew something wasn’t right. I previously was a healthy teenager and my PCP had been my doctor for 7 years, he knew something was up because he knew me. I didn’t have to waste time trying to convince him something was wrong, he knew. Had I not had that relationship, time would have likely been wasted.

If you find yourself with a sudden health condition you don’t want to be wasting time building rapport, you need to already have it.

There are so many reasons why you need a primary care doctor that is amazing, these are just a few. Finding an amazing PCP can take time, so don’t feel like you have to stick with the first doctor you see. Take time to research and try a couple out. When it comes to your health, you don’t want to settle. Find a doctor who you feel comfortable with. If you aren’t sure where to start check out this blog for tips on how to find a great doctor.

Disclaimer -

All information provided on this blog is for educational purposes only. Always consult your healthcare provider and/or your insurance provider for your specific situation. This blog does not offer medical advice.