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4 Reasons to Choose an Internist for Your Health Care Needs

Choosing the right primary care provider for your health care needs is an important decision. From family physicians to pediatricians, you have options. Internal medicine physicians, or internists, focus on adult medicine and provide comprehensive care for a wide range of health conditions. The board-certified internal medicine providers at Prima Medicine in Fairfax and South Riding, Virginia, offer comprehensive primary care […]

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How Does Ozempic® Work for Weight Loss?

Medical Weight Loss

If you’ve struggled to lose weight but still carry extra pounds, you’re not alone. Nearly three-quarters of US adults weigh more than a healthy mass, and adults with hormone imbalances have an even higher risk of packing on pounds. You should pay attention to any underlying issues since your hormones help manage many body functions, including appetite regulation,

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Here’s How Arthritis is Diagnosed

Medicare & Geriatrics

If you’re worried you might have arthritis, you’re in good company. Nearly one-quarter of all American adults have this painful joint condition, which causes swelling, stiffness, and pain. The board-certified internal medicine providers at Prima Medicine in Fairfax and South Riding, Virginia, specialize in the treatment of this painful joint condition. We also know that

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What Exactly is an Internal Medicine Physician, or Internist?

Family Medicine, Medicare & Geriatrics

When it comes to selecting a primary care physician, you might be confused about the differences between internal medicine and family medicine. Both internists and family practitioners offer primary care and treat a wide range of health issues and concerns, but there are some differences. At Prima Medicine, in Fairfax and South Riding, Virginia, our

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What to Expect from Chronic Care Management for Diabetes

Chronic Care Management

If you’re living with diabetes, you’re in good company. Researchers report about 11% of American adults have been diagnosed with diabetes, and many more are living with insulin resistance, prediabetes, or undiagnosed diabetes. When you have diabetes, getting medical care is a must. At Prima Medicine, in Fairfax and South Riding, Virginia, our board-certified providers

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4 Common Signs of a Vitamin D Deficiency

Family Medicine

Did you know that vitamin D is unlike many other vitamins? In fact, this fat-soluble “vitamin” isn’t a vitamin at all but a hormone. Your body needs vitamin D to survive. It helps with many bodily functions, but its primary job is to help your body absorb calcium to help keep your skeleton healthy and

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Little-Known Benefits of Your Annual Physicals

Family Medicine

When you’re feeling unwell or injured, a doctor can diagnose the cause and help you recover. But many people wonder if seeing their provider when they’re feeling fine, such as at an annual physical, is necessary. The simple answer is yes, they’re very necessary. Like the adage says, prevention is the best medicine. Attending annual

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When to Get Medical Help for Flu Symptoms

Medicare & Geriatrics

Winter is in full swing, and that means the heart of influenza (flu) season is here. Getting your flu shot offers the best protection against becoming ill with the flu, and at Prima Medicine, in Fairfax and South Riding, Virginia, our providers follow CDC recommendations that people ages 6 months and older get this protective

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Am I a Good Candidate for Remote Patient Monitoring?

Remote Patient Monitoring

If you have a chronic health condition, you may benefit from remote patient monitoring (RPM). This service takes advantage of technology using mobile medical devices to provide important health data to your providers. Your RPM team uses this data as part of a holistic health care plan. A care coordinator reviews the information from the

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How to Get Started with Chronic Care Management

Chronic Care Management

You may be surprised to learn that 60% of adults in America have a chronic health condition. If you’re one of them, you know how frustrating it can be to coordinate care across different health teams. This lack of integrated care often contributes to complications and other issues. Chronic care management (CCM) offers an effective

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4 Reasons to Choose an Internist for Your Health Care Needs

How Does Ozempic® Work for Weight Loss?

Here’s How Arthritis is Diagnosed

What Exactly is an Internal Medicine Physician, or Internist?

What to Expect from Chronic Care Management for Diabetes

4 Common Signs of a Vitamin D Deficiency

Little-Known Benefits of Your Annual Physicals

When to Get Medical Help for Flu Symptoms

Am I a Good Candidate for Remote Patient Monitoring?

How to Get Started with Chronic Care Management

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