When it comes to managing your health, having a primary care physician is one of the most important steps you can take. Emerson Health offers a network of internal medicine and family medicine physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants throughout the region. These primary care physicians and providers coordinate your health care and provide physical examinations, routine health screenings and preventive care. They also diagnose and treat many illnesses.
Finding the right Provider
Emerson’s primary care physicians refer patients who require additional care to one of the many highly-qualified specialists on the Emerson Hospital medical staff and, when necessary, to an academic medical center.
Choosing the expertise you need
Many of the family practice physicians and internists on the Emerson medical staff also have clinical interests or advanced training. The best primary care doctor for your needs depends on your health and your personal preferences.
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Listen to Rand Nashi, MD , of Emerson Health Primary Care Bedford offer advice on choosing a primary care provider in this Health Works Here podcast .
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Insurance Information
Emerson physicians accept most major health insurance plans . If you have specific questions, always feel free to call the doctor’s office directly.