Family Medicine for the Whole Family
Family medicine is a medical specialty that focuses on providing health care for patients of all ages. This branch of medicine revolves around creating and maintaining a caring relationship with patients and their families. At Community Health Center of Snohomish County, our family doctors look at biological factors, social and psychological components, clinical elements, and behavioral sciences to provide long-lasting solutions for our patients.
Our family physicians can help you receive medical attention for:
- Routine and chronic disease
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Yearly physicals
- Women’s health care
- IUD placement
- Prenatal care (some locations)
- Circumcisions
- Newborn check-ups
- Routine child check-ups
- Geriatric care
- Skin biopsies
- Minor office surgeries
- Joint Injections
Finding a Reliable Family Medical Center
Finding a reliable family medical center should be on everyone’s priority list. At Community Health Center of Snohomish County, our family doctors and physicians provide medical care to people of all ages. From young children to grandparents, our team of medical professionals can help you and your family by providing basic medical assistance or referring you to a specialist.
You can get in contact with us by giving us a call or by visiting one of our multiple locations. Get in touch with us today!
CHC clinics where this service is offered
Benefits of Having a Family Doctor
There are numerous benefits of having a family doctor that provides medical care for your entire family whenever you need it. These include, but are not limited to:
Individualized Attention for Your Entire Family
Besides being able to provide medical attention to people of all ages, family medicine physicians also provide tailored and individualized solutions for your entire family, keeping all current and historic influential factors in mind.
Treat Chronic Conditions, Such as Diabetes and Asthma
Family members that suffer from chronic conditions such as diabetes can greatly benefit from specialized, ongoing treatment at a family medical practice.
Create Long-Term Plans of Action
Instead of simply providing a solution to the symptoms, our professional family physicians can help create long-term plans. These can even involve lifestyle changes to achieve the right results and treat the root cause of a condition or problem.
Extensive Knowledge of Medical History
Family physicians are aware of your medical history, and if they have been treating your family for a while, they may even consider genetics, medical history, and life cycle factors when treating or diagnosing an illness.
Provide High-Quality, Local Referrals
Not only can they provide general medical assistance, but family physicians can also refer you to local specialists. When you need to see a specialist for cancer, heart disease, neurological conditions, or any other serious concern, a family doctor can help you find a specialist that has the right skills and personality type for the job.