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The primary care services at H & F Urgent Care and Family Medicine, led by Dorian Frackelton, CRNP, address the entire family's acute and chronic health needs. The team's medical care centers around Lifestyle Medicine. Utilizing these evidence-based elements on your wellness journey is proven to be more beneficial for your health and more cost-effective than conventional medicine alone. In addition to treating illness, their goal is to preserve and improve your health. The H & F medical team provides in-home primary care services, including annual physicals, sick visits, and wellness coaching. Call the North Austin, Texas, practice today or book a primary care visit online.
Primary Care Q & A
What is primary care?
The medical team at H & F Urgent Care and Family Medicine offers a range of primary care services that center around nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and positive connection. The providers take a holistic approach to manage your health needs and support your wellness journey.
In-home primary care services are available for adults and children. The team can also meet with you virtually through the online telehealth platform for symptom evaluations, medication management, and wellness checks.
What primary care services are available?
H & F Urgent Care and Family Medicine provides a range of primary care services, including:
- Sick visits
- Annual physicals
- Sports physicals
- Diagnostic imaging tests
- Stress management
- Sleep optimization
- Nutritional counseling
Additionally, the providers value the benefits of Lifestyle Wellness and offer wellness coaching, intravenous (IV) therapy, and lifestyle support groups to optimize your long-term health.
When should I schedule a primary care visit?
Schedule a primary care visit at H & F Urgent Care and Family Medicine if you’re not feeling well or if you experience a minor injury. Same-day and next-day sick visits are available for:
- Burns
- Fever
- Infections
- Colds and flu
- Sore throat
- Persistent cough
You should also schedule a primary care visit once a year, even if you feel well. The providers offer comprehensive physical exams as part of their preventive health care plans to lower your risk for Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and other chronic diseases.
What happens during a primary care visit?
During your initial in-home visit with the H & F Urgent Care and Family Medicine team, you can expect to discuss your lifestyle, diet, employment, relationships, and sleep habits. The providers also review your personal and family medical histories to identify risk factors for certain diseases.
For your annual wellness visit, the providers complete a physical exam and note important health details, including weight, blood pressure, heart rhythm, and other vital signs. They may also order preventive screenings to identify early warning signs of chronic disease.
If you’re meeting with the team for a sick visit, the team completes a physical and may order blood work and other tests to diagnose your condition. They customize a care plan to help you feel better and prevent your condition from worsening.
Call H & F Urgent Care and Family Medicine in North Austin to schedule an in-home primary care visit for yourself or family member, or book an appointment online today.