What is Family Medicine?

Your family means everything to you, and you want to ensure your loved ones live long and productive lives. The purpose of family medicine is to focus on creating long-term relationships with patients and their families, while also providing quality, compassionate care for a full range of issues. Unlike other specialties that may focus on a specific illness or organ, family medicine specializes in treating the whole person, no matter their age or gender.

Family practitioners help patients remain healthy and free of disease through routine visits, immunizations and screenings.
From diabetes and heart disease to asthma to physical injuries, the practice of a family practitioner offers patients long-term individualized care to handle their most serious health issues.

Educational Links

American Cancer Society
https://www.cancer.org/

The American Cancer Society provides patients, as well as family members of those affected by cancer, with a variety of educational resources and information. It introduces ways to promote a healthy lifestyle and prevention techniques. Those affected by cancer can also find support programs and services.

American Diabetes Association
https://www.diabetes.org/

The American Diabetes Association offers those suffering from Diabetes, with a variety of resources and tools. There is information on the basics of Diabetes as well as prevention methods. Patients are offered tools that encourage healthy eating habits as well as physical fitness. Diabetics can find assistance and learn new ways of staying in control of their Diabetes.

American Heart Association
https://www.heart.org/

The American Heart Association provides an outlet for all patients to explore new ways of maintaining a healthy heart. Patient education on different heart conditions is provided along with methods of prevention. Whether you are a patient suffering from a heart condition, a caregiver, or an educator, this site provides the resources necessary to promote a healthy heart and lifestyle.

General Pediatric and Adolescent Information
https://www.kidshealth.org/

Immunization Schedule
https://www.dshs.state.tx.us/immunize/Schedule/default.shtm

The Texas Department of State Health Services has provided the immunization schedule for children and adolescents as well as adults. This link provides the immunization schedule in both English and Spanish.

Patient information from the American Academy of Family Physicians
https://familydoctor.org/

Pollen Count
https://www.pollen.com/

For patients affected by allergies, this link provides a 4-day pollen forecast for your city. On days when pollen levels are high, be sure to pre-medicate and stay on top of your prescriptions.