Your ally in health

When it comes to your long-term health, few relationships are as important as the one you have with your primary care provider (PCP). Whether you’re managing a chronic condition, staying on top of preventive care, or just trying to make healthier choices, a trusted PCP can make all the difference.

Think of a PCP as your personal concierge to better health. “We spend time getting to know you,” says Michael Yuan, MD, a family physician with AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care at Founders. “Instead of seeing you for one specific problem, we have a much more holistic view of you.”

Here are three top benefits of having a PCP:

1. Personal Connection
   A PCP learns not just your physical health history but also your personality, lifestyle and goals. This allows for more personalized care. For example, a provider who sees a patient just once could prescribe a medication that has side effects that the patient is trying to avoid. “Because I know that weight gain has been an issue for you in the past and that this medication has the potential of causing weight gain, I would look for an alternative,” Dr. Yuan says.
2. Whole-Person Care
   If you’re someone who sees a doctor only when necessary, you’re probably being treated just for the condition that brought you in. But emotional and mental health are equally important to your overall wellbeing. “I’ve had patients dealing with anxiety who don’t know there’s a lot that can be done to help,” Dr. Yuan says.
3. Preventive Care
   Regular primary care visits can catch small issues before they become big problems, reducing the risk of more serious health concerns and improving long-term outcomes. “Primary care helps patients stay ahead of the curve by addressing health issues early and preventing common conditions from developing,” Dr. Yuan says.

Meet Our Newest Primary Care Team

AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care at Founders is Castle Rock’s newest primary care practice, bringing together a diverse team of providers, each dedicated to delivering personalized, patient-centered care, says Michael Yuan, MD, a family physician there. “With experienced providers who have seen just about everything and newer clinicians bringing the latest in medical training, our team offers a balanced approach to patient care,” Dr. Yuan says.

AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care at Founders, 1151 Aloha St., is accepting new patients. Call Call720-330-1305 to schedule an appointment.