Dopson Family Medical Center
Why Do You Need a Primary Care Doctor?
Your primary care doctor is often the first point of contact for non-emergency medical needs such as check-ups, common illnesses, screenings, and immunizations. They specialize in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing a wide variety of medical conditions and can come from family medicine or internal medicine backgrounds. “Establishing a relationship with a primary care doctor…
Read MoreStroke Awareness: The Link Between Stroke & Heart Disease
Stroke is a cardiovascular disease that occurs when a blood vessel feeding the brain gets clogged or bursts. It is the fifth-leading cause of death in the U.S. There is a significant link between stroke and heart disease when it comes to cardiovascular health. According to a study by the American Heart Association, the risk…
Read MoreManaging Stress & Anxiety During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has many of us at home, wondering when life will return to normal with feelings of stress and anxiety affecting more and more people. According to The American Institute of Stress, some signs and symptoms of stress and anxiety include: Headaches Lethargy Digestive issues Loss of appetite Nervousness and restlessness Feelings of…
Read MoreDopson Family Medical Center Welcomes Kate Bennett, MD
Dopson Family Medical Center is proud to welcome Kate Bennett, MD, to our family medicine practice. “The addition of Dr. Bennett to the Dopson Family Medical Center primary care team allows us to expand our services and provide even more health care services to the people of Baker County,” said Edward Anderson, CEO of Baker…
Read MoreHow to Stick To Your New Year’s Health Resolutions in 2020
A new year and a new decade is upon us and with that comes the wave of New Year’s Resolutions. It’s always easy to set lofty goals about all of the things we’ll change in the New Year, but keeping up with these resolutions can be a lot more difficult than we think. Instead of…
Read MoreDopson Family Medical Center Welcomes Kassie Shoup, ARNP
Please join us in welcoming Kassie Shoup, ARNP, to the Dopson Family Medical Center practice. Kassie brings more than 13 years of nursing experience to the practice, and area residents will benefit from her extensive background in emergency medicine, interventional cardiology, pediatrics, and women’s services. The addition of Shoup expands Dopson’s offering for family services…
Read MoreCardiology Services for Heart Disease Prevention at Dopson Family Medical Center
Every year in the United States, 1 in 4 deaths is caused by heart disease. Heart disease is the leading source of death in both men and women and is becoming more prevalent among younger adults. February represents American Heart Health Month, and serves as the perfect opportunity to learn about the risks of heart…
Read MoreYour Health is Our Primary Concern
You don’t have to travel far to find a caring physician who can manage the overall health of you and your family. At Dopson Family Medical Center, we’re committed to the health and well-being of the residents in our community. Establishing a primary care physician is one of the most important things you can do for…
Read MoreUrban v. Rural Hospitals: Study says common surgeries are often safer & cheaper in rural hospitals.
If a patient is looking for a safer and cheaper choice for common surgeries, where should he go? Should he make a visit to rural hospitals or urban hospitals? According to a 2016 study, common surgeries are often safer and more affordable in rural hospitals.
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