Specialist Referrals Specialist

What are specialist referrals?

Specialists are medical doctors who specialize and have expertise in specific types of medical issues. General family medicine physicians treat a wide array of general health issues. For complex cases, they offer specialist referrals. They refer out to highly trained professionals to ensure the best treatment outcomes.

Why might I need specialist referrals?

Your South Texas Family Medicine and Urgent Care Center provider might offer specialist referrals if you or a loved one struggle with:

• Heart disease
• Arthritis
• Cancer
• Diabetes
• Chronic pain
• Hormone imbalance
• Growth problems in children
• Developmental delays in children
• Autoimmune issues
• Severe injuries
• Mental health issues

Your primary care provider may refer out for physical therapy, occupational therapy, one-on-one or group counseling, and more. They follow up with you to ensure you receive the most appropriate, top-quality care possible.

What are the benefits of specialist referrals?

Some of the benefits you can experience with specialist referrals from South Texas Family Medicine and Urgent Care Center include:

• Specialized care
• Reduced symptoms
• Low risk of complications
• Long-term disease management
• Longer life expectancy

Your South Texas Family Medicine and Urgent Care Center provider follows up with you to ensure you receive the treatment needed to stay as healthy as possible despite having an illness, disease, or injury.

Are specialist referrals right for me?

Your South Texas Family Medicine and Urgent Care Center provider lets you know if you’re a candidate for specialist referrals after reviewing your medical history and symptoms and completing a physical exam. 

Your primary care physician could recommend undergoing diagnostic tests like allergy testing, asthma tests, urine tests, blood tests, X-rays, ultrasounds, or other imaging procedures to properly diagnose your condition.

The experts at South Texas Family Medicine and Urgent Care Center can treat many illnesses, injuries, or diseases. They also understand the importance of specialist referrals in some cases. They always have your best interest in mind and want the best for your health and wellness.

To schedule your next primary care visit with South Texas Family Medicine and Urgent Care Center and find out if specialist referrals are right for you, call the office or book an appointment online today.