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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of practice is this?
We are a Primary Care facility that treats adults and children. We
also provide weight management and aesthetic care.
PROVIDERS
Who are your providers?
This practice is staffed by an Internist, Pediatrician and Family Nurse
Practitioners (NP). Dr. Wilson is board certified in both Internal
Medicine and Pediatrics.
What is a Nurse Practioner?
A Nurse Practioner has earned at least a Masters Degree and has
taken courses in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease
relevant to a chosen specialty. NPs are able to work without a medical
doctor. NPs are active in many clinics throughout the country.
Some may have worked as nurses before changing careers. That
nursing experience is an invaluable asset when providing care to
patients when compared to a medical doctor. In our practice, our NP
work independently but have immediate access to Dr. Wilson for
consultations on cases that concern them.
I like my Nurse Practitioner so can I skip the doctor?
Our NPs work in concert with a doctor and all patients in our
practice must see this doctor once per year. This ensures that the
supervising doctor is familiar with your physical exam and health
issues from direct experience, not just from reviewing your chart.
Once the physician visit is completed, all other visits can be with
the NP of your choice.
APPOINTMENTS
Do I have to schedule my appointment when I am leaving?
We prefer you do this so that you can get the provider and time of
your choice. It is difficult to see your provider of choice if you make
your appointment last-minute. We do not overbook our schedules.
Can my spouse and I be seen at the same time?
Yes and no. You can be seen during the same time slot by different
providers. If you wish to see the same provider or be in the room for
each other's visit, there will be someone scheduled between you.