Primary care
Primary care refers to the day-to-day healthcare you receive from your doctor. A primary care physician provides annual checkups, vaccines, physicals, care for minor injuries and illnesses and also helps facilitate specialized healthcare needs.
Primary care providers in Western North Carolina
Your primary care doctor supports your health through all of life's stages.
The family medicine physicians at Mission Health Physicians can help you establish and meet your health goals by focusing on preventive care and early detection of major illnesses.
Mission My Care Now
Mission My Care Now offers the convenience of scheduled or walk-in, non-emergency daytime, after-hours and weekend care. Now with virtual visit options.
Mission My Care Now offers the convenience of scheduled or walk-in, non-emergency daytime, after-hours and weekend care. Now with virtual visit options.
Conditions and symptoms we treat
Your primary care physician knows your medical history and medications, and is your first contact if you're experiencing symptoms or conditions such as:
- Alcohol abuse
- Allergies
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Back pain
- Bronchitis
- Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
- Constipation
- Cough
- Dementia
- Depression
- Diabetes
- Dizziness and vertigo
- Earaches
- Earwax impaction
- Eczema
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Headaches and migraines
- Heartburn
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- High cholesterol
- Hypothyroidism
- Influenza (flu)
- Insomnia and sleep issues
- Laryngitis
- Malaise
- Minor aches and pains
- Nausea and vomiting
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis
- Pharyngitis (sore throat)
- Pneumonia
- Rashes
- Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
- Shingles
- Sinus infections
- Sprains
- Upper respiratory infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Vitamin B12 deficiency
- Weight gain and weight loss
Primary care services and treatments
We provide annual check-ups, diagnostic services and specialized care to help you and your family maintain healthy habits and address health issues as they arise.
Preventive care
Preventive care involves regular check-ups and patient education to identify and prevent potential health issues through:
- Adult and pediatric immunizations
- Annual wellness exams
- Behavioral telehealth
- Medicare annual wellness visits (MAWV)
- Smoking cessation
Diagnostics
Diagnostics play a key role in maintaining your health. Our primary care doctors identify health conditions using tests and exams, such as
- Blood pressure checks
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Hearing tests
- Pap smears
- Radiology services
- Routine lab tests
- Tuberculin (TB) skin tests
- Vision screening
- Walk test
Routine procedures
During your primary care visit, be sure to discuss any issues that might need intervention. Your doctor can perform routine procedures, such as:
- Contraception implantation (Nexplanon/Mirena IUD)
- Cryotherapy
- Cyst removal
- Ear wash
- Incision and drainage (I&D)
- Mole removal
- Stitch removal
- Wound care
Support for chronic conditions
If you have a chronic condition, your primary care doctor plays a pivotal rule in supporting your health. They can provide or coordinate specialized services, including:
- Chronic pain management
- Coumadin management
- Diabetic maintenance
- Nebulization
- Trigger point injections
Mission My Care Now
Walk-In, Scheduled or Virtual, Extended Hours, Non-Emergency Care
With locations available in Biltmore Park, Haywood, McDowell, Franklin and Spruce Pine, Mission My Care Now offers the convenience of scheduled or walk-in, non-emergency daytime, after-hours and weekend care. Now with virtual visit options.
Whether you're a long-time Mission Health Physicians patient or just visiting the area, find the best care nearest you.
With the convenience of walk-in, less-expensive non-emergency care, you can get the high quality care you need and deserve sooner, with no appointment necessary. You will find our locations offer weekend and extended hours (early morning and late evening) with ample parking in addition to on-site imaging and laboratory.
Now offering video doctor visits with Mission My Care Now means even more options. Find out if a virtual visit is an option for you.
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