Your primary care physician is often a good place to start when you have a new health concern, need help managing an ongoing condition, or are unsure what type of medical care you may need.
At Harbor Physicians, our team provides primary care and internal medicine services for patients ages 14 and older in Orange Park, Florida.
When Should You Contact Your Primary Care Doctor?
Not every medical concern requires an emergency room visit. Many non-emergency health concerns can be evaluated by your primary care physician.
You may want to contact your primary care office for concerns such as a new or persistent symptom, medication questions, follow-up after testing or hospitalization, management of a chronic medical condition, or preventive and routine healthcare.
Depending on your symptoms and appointment availability, the office can help determine an appropriate next step.
Routine and Preventive Care
Primary care is not only for times when you are sick.
Routine visits give you and your physician an opportunity to review your overall health, medications, medical history, and recommended preventive care.
Your physician may also discuss screenings or laboratory testing based on factors such as your age, medical history, family history, medications, and individual risk factors.
New Symptoms and Sick Visits
When you develop a new illness or symptom, your primary care physician can evaluate the concern and determine whether additional testing, medication, follow-up care, or a referral may be appropriate.
Harbor Physicians may offer same-day or same-week sick visits depending on appointment availability.
If you are unsure whether your concern can be addressed in our office, you can call us at (904) 368-6809.
Managing Chronic Conditions
Regular primary care is particularly important for patients managing ongoing medical conditions.
Conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, asthma, thyroid disorders, and other chronic health concerns may require ongoing monitoring and follow-up.
Your physician can review symptoms, medications and test results and determine whether changes to your treatment or additional evaluation are appropriate.
When a Specialist May Be Needed
Some health concerns require evaluation or treatment from a specialist.
Your primary care physician can evaluate your symptoms and medical history and, when appropriate, recommend or refer you to another healthcare provider.
Our office also helps patients navigate referrals, medical records, prior authorizations, and other care-coordination needs.
When to Seek Emergency Medical Care
Primary care is not a substitute for emergency medical care.
If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Symptoms that may require emergency evaluation can include severe difficulty breathing, signs of a stroke, severe or persistent chest pain, loss of consciousness, severe bleeding, or other serious or rapidly worsening symptoms.
When you are unsure whether a situation is an emergency, it is safer to seek immediate medical attention.
Primary Care at Harbor Physicians
Harbor Physicians is an independent primary care and internal medicine practice serving Orange Park and the surrounding community.
Our physicians provide preventive care, routine visits, chronic condition management, sick visits, medication management, and coordination with specialists when additional care is needed.
We are currently welcoming new patients ages 14 and older.
Schedule an Appointment
If you are looking for a primary care physician in Orange Park, FL, contact Harbor Physicians to learn more about establishing care or scheduling an appointment.
Insurance participation and appointment availability vary. Please contact our office to verify your specific coverage and current scheduling options.
Call Harbor Physicians at (904) 368-6809 or request an appointment online.