Family Medicine Specialist
A family medicine doctor can help everyone in your family stay healthy. At Hampstead Family Medicine and Burgaw Medical Center, Mostafa Rezk, DO provides the full spectrum of family medicine services, including annual physicals, immunizations, and sick visits. The offices in Hampstead and Burgaw, North Carolina, also offer on-site laboratory services and walk-in visits for patients who need medical care right away. You can also schedule regular annual exams and get help managing chronic conditions. To learn more, call the nearest office or schedule an appointment online today.
Family Medicine Q & A
What is family medicine?
Family medicine is a medical specialty the covers regular care for both parents as well as their children. Doctors who specialize in family medicine treat a wide range of health concerns. Unlike specialists, who may only treat diseases affecting certain body parts, family medicine doctors treat all area of the body.
Dr. Rezk specializes in family medicine in addition to osteopathic medicine. The family medicine services he provides include:
- Immunizations for adults and children
- Regular health screenings
- Contraceptives and family planning
- Basic mental health services
- Treatment for acute illnesses or injuries
- Long-term management of chronic conditions
Family medicine doctors treat men, women, and children of all ages. A family medicine doctor is often your first point of contact when you’re sick or injured.
If you’re experiencing an advanced medical problem, your doctor may provide a referral to a specialist. But in most cases, Dr. Rezk and his team can treat your condition themselves.
Why is family medicine important?
Many patients use walk-in clinics to get care on an as-needed basis. While clinic doctors often provide excellent care, it’s also important to have a regular family medicine doctor when you need medical help.
When patients see many different doctors, medical problems and complications sometimes slip through the cracks. Working with one doctor allows you to build a close relationship with your medical provider and allows them to screen you for potential health problems and provide in-depth care. The goal of Dr. Rezk and his team is to make families feel like part of their family.
What family medicine services are available?
Hampstead Family Medicine and Burgaw Medical Center provide top-notch medical care for the whole family. Patients can receive many different preventive care services, including annual physicals and immunizations. Dr. Rezk and his team also offer pediatric care, as well as women’s health services like Pap tests, breast exams, and family planning.
Walk-in appointments are available for patients who need immediate sick visit care. There’s no need to spend hours waiting in a crowded emergency room. At Hampstead Family Medicine and Burgaw Medical Center, you can receive services that include on-site lab work and electrocardiographies (EKGs).
Dr. Rezk is board-certified in family medicine. The staff works together to make sure that all patients receive consistent medical care.
If you’re looking for a new family medicine provider, call the nearest office or schedule an appointment online today..