
The 27th Degree with Chris and Nancy
Health and wellness topics are discussed in a fun and informative way by co-hosts Dr. Christopher Joncas, an internal medicine doc, and Nancy Medeiros, an RN and process improvement specialist. Topics include everything from Cardiac disease and Diabetes to current trending health issues. Special interest topics are also covered such as human trafficking, homelessness, and ways to give back to your community.
The 27th Degree with Chris and Nancy
Ep 100 - The Gatekeepers of Health: Understanding Primary Care
In this episode of The 27th Degree with Chris and Nancy, we’re diving into the essential world of primary care with expert physicians Dr. Christopher Joncas and Dr. Babak Deyhimpanah.
Learn why primary care is often called the "gatekeeper to health" and how it enhances access to healthcare, improves outcomes, and reduces hospitalizations. Our guests share insights on overcoming challenges like staying current with medical knowledge, navigating insurance hurdles, and building strong patient relationships in short visits.
Key Topics:
- The role of primary care in improving life expectancy and overall health
- Tips for patients to get the most out of their visits
- How technology, like patient portals, benefits patient care
- Balancing life as a primary care physician
- Inspiring stories of patient success and transformation
Tune in to hear why primary care matters and why aspiring doctors might consider it as a career path.
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