When was the last time you scheduled a check-up with your primary care doctor or advanced practice provider* (APP)? If it's been a while, you're not alone. Many adults put off routine visits, often citing busy schedules, costs or simply not feeling sick. That is why at Village Medical™, we created the Stay Well Care Plan. This is a personalized plan just for you that helps you know when and how often you need to see your doctor or APP so you can maintain good health and stay ahead of potential medical problems.
Stay Well Care Plan
The Stay Well Care Plan allows you to talk with your doctor and develop an individualized care and wellness plan tailored to you. A core aspect of the plan is regular wellness visits, with the frequency of visits determined by your health needs.
Another important part of the plan includes providing proactive care to help you get well and stay well. We do this using a preventive approach to your health and guiding you through the benefits of staying ahead of potential health issues. For example, having routine exams allows your doctor or APP to detect warning signs of diseases like diabetes, hypertension, or even cancer early on, when treatment is most effective.
Additionally, regular health screenings, such as cholesterol tests or mammograms, can significantly improve your long-term health outcomes. For instance, The American Cancer Society found that the five-year survival rate for breast cancer detected early is 99%, highlighting the value of routine check-ups and screenings.
Stay Well Care Plan – Advanced
If you are struggling with multiple chronic conditions, such as diabetes or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or heart failure, we may refer you to our Stay Well Care Plan – Advanced program. Here we will create a personalized care plan for you focusing on managing your multiple chronic conditions, with proactive strategies to prevent exacerbations/worsening. We also understand that your independence is important, and we will tailor the plan to manage your medications and promote both your independence and well-being.
Some additional benefits of the Stay Well Care Plan – Advanced include:
- An extended care team to provide care where and when you need it
- 24/7 access to your care team
- Appointments available in our practice, at home, or in one of our specialized outpatient Village Medical Advanced Care practices
In this program, your care will still be led by your primary care doctor or APP, and your team will include nurse practitioners, pharmacists, social workers, care managers, emergency medical technicians and others. Your care team will get to know you thoroughly so they can anticipate and address your current needs and future challenges.
Your health is your most valuable asset. Regular primary care visits can help you stay proactive and catch potential medical problems early. Therefore, there is no better time than now to make an appointment with your doctor or APP and get started on your Stay Well Care Plan and your path to good health.
*An advanced practice provider includes a nurse practitioner or physician assistant.