Ambulatory Health Care Facility
A facility or distinct part of one used for the diagnosis and treatment of outpatients. "Clinic/Center" is irregularly defined, sometimes being limited to organizations serving specialized treatment requirements or distinct patient/client groups (e.g., radiology, poor, and public health).
Ambulatory Health Care Facilities in Opelika, AL
Anesthesiology
Preferred Medical Group is an Anesthesiology practice in Opelika, AL
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in safely delivering acute and chronic pain relief through numbing and sedation.
Anesthesiologists at Preferred Medical Group perform
general anesthesia and regional anesthetics. Anesthesiology is
the field of medicine that controls pain during invasive procedures. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Anesthesiology practices include sports injuries, musculoskeletal pain, labor, and surgery.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Anesthesiology
practices include pre-procedure evaluations, anesthesia delivery, patient monitoring, and recovery assistance.
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Anesthesiologists in Opelika, AL
Adult Medicine
Preferred Medical Group is an Adult Medicine practice in Opelika, AL
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in wellness and disease prevention in patients of all ages, but mostly adults.
Adult Medicine Family Doctors at Preferred Medical Group perform
medical history analysis, screening tests, diagnostics and pharmaceutical or integrative treatment of diseases and conditions for predominantly adult patients. Adult Medicine is
a general health specialist with comprehensive knowledge of all basic biological functions, who refers patients with complex conditions to reputable medical specialists. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Adult Medicine practices include annual checkups, ear, sinus, and throat infections, obesity, contraception, allergies, urinary tract infections, skin infections, bronchitis, diarrhea, vomiting, pinkeye, and skin rashes.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Adult Medicine
practices include physical examinations, medication prescriptions, STD testing, fertility testing, CT, MRI, or x-ray diagnostic imaging recommendations, adult health, safety, and nutrition education, as well as referrals to medical specialists when needed.
Adult Medicine Family Doctors in Opelika, AL
Geriatric Family Medicine
Preferred Medical Group is a Geriatric Family Medicine practice in Opelika, AL
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in diagnosing, treating, and preventing disorders, disabilities, and diseases that affect older adults.
Geriatric Family Medicine Doctors at Preferred Medical Group perform
treatments in homes, nursing homes, offices, clinics, and hospitals, and holds a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Geriatric Medicine. Geriatric Family Medicine is
a branch of family medicine that diagnoses, treats, and prevents dysfunction and sickness in the elderly. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Geriatric Family Medicine practices include diabetes, glaucoma, incontinence, arthritis, osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, stroke, and fall injuries.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Geriatric Family Medicine
practices include imaging tests, physical exams, blood tests, assistive device prescriptions, nutritional and exercise protocols, mental health protocols, immunization protocols, medication prescriptions, and laparoscopic surgery.
A family medicine physician with special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes, and the hospital.
Geriatric Family Medicine Doctors in Opelika, AL
Pediatrics
Preferred Medical Group is a Pediatrics practice in Opelika, AL
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in diagnosing, preventing, and treating childhood illnesses.
Pediatricians at Preferred Medical Group perform
medical diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions affecting young people from infants to teenagers. Pediatrics is
a medical specialty focusing on children's health. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Pediatrics practices include ear, sinus, and throat infections, food allergies and intolerances, urinary tract infections, skin infections, bronchitis, diarrhea, vomiting, pinkeye, and skin rashes.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Pediatrics
practices include physical examinations, diagnosing childhood illnesses, administering vaccines, prescribing medication, providing education about childhood health, safety, and nutrition, and referring your child to specialists if necessary.
A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectrum of health services ranging from preventive healthcare to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. A pediatrician deals with biological, social and environmental influences on the developing child, and with the impact of disease and dysfunction on development.
Pediatricians in Opelika, AL
General Practice
Preferred Medical Group is a General Practice practice in Opelika, AL
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in preventing, diagnosing, and treating physical and psychological conditions for patients of all ages.
General Practice Doctors at Preferred Medical Group perform
medical history analysis, screenings, and non-surgical procedures to address a wide range of common medical conditions. General Practice is
a medical specialty focused on disease prevention and general maintenance of patients' whole health. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
General Practice practices include the common cold, strep throat, bronchitis, the flu, high blood pressure, asthma, diabetes, heart attacks, and strokes.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by General Practice
practices include physical exams, diagnostic exams (like urine, stool, or blood tests), immunizations, emergency care, and specialist referrals.
General Practice Doctors in Opelika, AL