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Navigating Insurance and Primary Care in Maryland

Navigating Insurance and Primary Care in Maryland: What You Need to Know Understanding your health insurance plan may seem confusing, but the top primary doctors in Maryland, at First Medical Associates, want to make sure you know how to navigate your insurance plan and understand the various terms used, so you have no unexpected costs. Insurance plans are all different, they all determine which providers you can see and how much you are going to pay. The following terms are all important to...

How to Choose a Weight Loss Program

There’s no shortage of weight loss programs on the market. With the dizzying array of diet advice that’s available, it’s normal to feel confused and overwhelmed. If you’re struggling to lose weight, you’re not alone. More than 70% of adults have too much body fat, and many of them have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight on their own. Once you make the decision to trim down, you may feel discouraged by the sheer volume of programs to choose from. Many of these programs are advertised on TV and...

Managing Chronic Conditions with a Primary Care Doctor in Maryland

Managing Chronic Conditions with a Primary Care Doctor in Maryland According to Maryland.gov, over half of all people in Maryland reported having at least one chronic health condition in 2020. A chronic disease is considered any medical condition that lasts for more than 3 months. Some examples include arthritis, asthma, cancer, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, dementia, depression, and diabetes, just to name a few. Having a primary care...

How Yoga Fights Back Against Arthritis

Yoga can complement arthritis treatment from your primary care physician by improving your physical symptoms and reduce the stress surrounding your condition. Yoga describes more than 100 different practices but usually describes an exercise and mind system during which you move through a series of standing, seated, and reclined poses while focusing on the breath. Yoga involves strengthening and stretching, as well as relaxation, all of which are extremely beneficial to those with arthritis....

Digestive Health Solutions for Managing Gastrointestinal Issues

Digestive Health Solutions for Managing Gastrointestinal Issues At First Medical Associates, our approach to managing gastrointestinal issues is comprehensive and personalized. We understand that each person's digestive health is unique, and therefore, the solutions must be tailored to individual needs. Our best primary care physician in Columbia, MD, and support staff work together to develop treatment plans that address both the symptoms and the underlying causes of your GI discomfort....
Expert Men’s Health Care at First Medical Associates

Expert Men’s Health Care at First Medical Associates

Sep 12, 2024 |

Maintaining your health is crucial and at First Medical Associates we understand that men have unique health needs. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing expert men’s health care across all our eight Maryland locations. Whether you’re in Bowie, Columbia, Frederick,...

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