Finding the right primary care provider

What a primary care provider provides

We all need a primary care provider. This is someone who can provide basic medical care and help you manage minor health problems before they become life-threatening illnesses. The person who does this might not need to be a doctor — he or she could also be a physician assistant or nurse practitioner— but he or she has to be able to respond quickly.

A good primary care provider should offer basic wellness exams, urgent medical care and vaccinations, including those you need in order to travel. The provider should be able to diagnose and treat long-term health problems. Medical tests your provider should be able to perform are the ECHO, EKG and stress tests, pulmonary function tests, breast exams, Pap smears and prostate exams. Your provider should also be able to help with family planning, including pregnancy tests.

Best primary care provider in Germantown, MD

The best primary care provider in the Germantown area is Germantown Primary Care Associates, serving patients in Montgomery County, Germantown, Gaithersburg and Hyattstown. Dr. Manbir Takhar is the Chief Medical Officer. Their clinical laboratory exceeds Occupational Health and Safety Act standards.

When going there for the first time, bring your insurance card, a picture ID, a list of medications you take, the dosage of these medications and other relevant information. Download a copy of the registration form from their Web site for your first visit. This will speed up the process of checking in. You will not need to do this for later visits. Make an appointment today.