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Cultivating Value-Based Care Excellence: Maryland Doctors Leading the Way In an ever-evolving healthcare world, a huge shift is underway. Traditional fee-for-service models are giving way to value-based care, where quality and outcomes take precedence over quantity. First Medical Associates has emerged as a shining example of this transformation, with healthcare providers leading the way in cultivating value-based care excellence. We explore how the best primary care physicians in...

Maryland Doctors' Holiday Health Guide The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, it can also bring about a fair share of stress, overindulgence, and health challenges. At First Medical Associates, our local doctors understand the importance of maintaining your health during this festive time. To help you navigate the holiday season with your well-being in mind, we've put together a holiday health guide. In this comprehensive guide, you'll find expert advice,...

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...

Everyone knows it’s important to go to the doctor when you’re sick, but it’s just as important to see the doctor at least once a year even if you feel good. Sometimes symptoms don’t appear until the final stages, and early diagnosis can be a lifesaver. When you have a packed schedule of work and family, your own needs sometimes get pushed to the back burner. But you can’t take care of everything that you need to if you’re not healthy. The following preventive health screenings are important to...