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Primary Care
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Aches and pains often refer to the common discomfort that patients can feel in various parts of their bodies. These sensations may range from mild to severe.
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a digestive order in which the stomach’s contents flow back into the esophagus. Acid Reflux or heartburn is an irritation of the esophagus that is caused by stomach acid.
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Runny nose, watery eyes, coughing, headaches, and sneezing. Seasonal allergy symptoms can show up in a number of ways. Your Premier Independent Physicians provider can help develop a treatment plan to curb your symptoms.
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Arthritis is commonly referred to as inflammation of the joints. It encompasses a range of joint disorders that cause pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced motion. Talk to your Premier Independent Physicians provider about any joint pain during your next check-up.
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Bronchitis is a condition that affects the bronchial tubes, causing coughing, difficulty breathing, and sometimes chest discomfort.
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A bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria enter the body, triggering an immune response that results in symptoms such as fever, inflammation, pain, and general illness.
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The common cold typically causes symptoms like a runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, and mild body aches.
In contrast, the flu often has more severe symptoms including high fever, body aches, fatigue, and respiratory issues.
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Constipation is characterized by irregular or difficult bowel movements, often leading to straining and accompanied by various gastrointestinal symptoms.
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A cough is a reflex action that helps clear the airways of irritants or mucus. It can be caused by many factors like infections, allergies, or underlying health conditions.
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Whether it is an infection, allergies to foods, Crohn’s disease, or other intestinal disorders, our providers are ready to help diagnose the causes of your diarrhea or loose, watery stools,
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Dizziness can involve many parts of the body including the ears, brain, and heart. Describing the sensations you feel can help your Premier Independent Physicians provider to diagnose the cause.
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While earwax is normal and prevents dust from damaging or infecting the eardrum, too much earwax can lead to an impaction.
Earwax impaction can lead to decreased hearing, dizziness, ear pain, ringing in the ear, or cough.
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An ear infection may produce an earache (either a sharp, sudden pain or a dull, continuous pain), drainage from the ear canal, a feeling of fullness in the ear, or muffled hearing.
Contact your Premier Independent Physicians provider today if you are experiencing ear pain.
Our primary care providers are highly trained professionals who can make a difference in your health. Our approach emphasizes personalized, comprehensive healthcare with a strong focus on preventative measures.
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A rash or dermatitis signifies inflammation of the skin. While most individuals experience symptoms such as redness, dryness, and itchiness, severe cases may lead to the formation of scales, painful cracks, or blisters.
Talk to your Premier Independent Physicians provider about your symptoms at your next visit.
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Sexually transmitted infections, or STIs, are infections spread by having sexual contact with someone who has an STI.
STIs are serious illnesses that require treatment. Talk with your North Oakland Internists provider about any symptoms or concerns you may have during your next appointment.
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Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a viral infection caused by the same virus as chickenpox (varicella-zoster virus). Symptoms include a painful rash, which can occur on one side of the body or face, along with itching, tingling, and sometimes fever and headache. Vaccines are available to reduce the risk of developing shingles and its complications.
Talk to your Premier Independent Physicians provider to find out if a shingles vaccination is right for you.
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Sinusitis, swelling of the tissue lining the sinuses, is also known as a sinus infection.
Sinusitis symptoms include a feeling of congestion, nasal blockage, a fever, or a runny nose.
If you are experiencing sinusitis symptoms, talk to you Premier Independent Physicians provider about treatment options.
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Skin disorders range from acne to eczema and everything in between.
Talk to your Premier Independent Physicians provider about your skin concerns during your next visit or call to schedule an appointment today!
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Sleep disorders include a range of problems - from insomnia or difficulty sleeping to narcolepsy or difficulty staying awake - and affect millions of Americans.
If you are having trouble with your sleep, schedule an appointment with North Oakland Internists to talk about your symptoms and discuss treatment options.
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Most sore throats stem from a cold virus and will need to run its course. If you think you may have strep throat (red and swollen tonsils, sometimes with white patches or streaks of pus), contact Premier Independent Physicians for an appointment today for a test.
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Stomachache or abdominal pains can be acute, chronic, or progressive and can have many different causes.
Whether you have a mild ache or serious cramps, contact Premier Independent Physicians for an appointment to discuss treatment options.
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A urinary tract infection or UTI is the third most common type of infection after respiratory and intestinal infections. Common symptoms include urgency, frequency, small amounts of urine passed, and pain with urination.
Call Premier Independent Physicians today to be seen for UTI symptoms.
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Vertigo is the sensation of feeling off balance, experiencing dizzy spells, or perceiving that the world around you is spinning. Additional symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, sweating, and difficulty walking. The causes of vertigo are varied, as well as the treatment options.
If you are suffering from vertigo, call Premier Independent Physicians today to discuss treatment plans.
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Many Americans struggle to maintain a healthy weight. If you have been working on losing weight and maintaining it and would like to discuss a medical weight management plan, Premier Independent Physicians is here to help you take the first step.
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For regular women's health visits, Premier Independent Physicians offers Well Woman exams and additional support to help you maintain overall wellness.
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Erectile Dysfunction (ED), also known as impotence impacts as many as 30 million American men regularly.
Talk to your Premier Independent Physicians provider about treatment options.
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If you are getting adequate sleep, eating well, and regularly exercising and still find yourself dragging through your day, talk to your Premier Independent Physicians provider about the possible medical causes of fatigue.
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If you have a temperature of over 102°F and it does not go down within an hour after you take a fever-reducing medication, call Premier Independent Physicians provider to schedule an appointment.
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Food poisoning” is a non-medical term but it typically refers to bacteria in food that has made you sick.
Symptoms of food poisoning vary but may include vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain.
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The first signs of problems in the digestive tract often include one or more symptoms including bleeding, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, nausea and vomiting, belly pain, and weight loss or gain.
Talk to your Premier Independent Physicians provider about your digestive symptoms.
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There are over 150 types of headaches and the most common include tension headaches, migraine headaches, cluster headaches, chronic daily headaches, and sinus headaches,
Talk to your Premier Independent Physicians provider about your head pain at your next appointment.
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Hemorrhoids happen when clusters of veins in the anal canal become swollen and inflamed. By age 50, about half of Americans have experienced at least one symptom of hemorrhoids.
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Bacterial and viral infections are both spread by coughing and sneezing, contact with infected people, contact with contaminated surfaces, food, or water, or infected animals including pets, livestock, and insects.
Your Premier Independent Physicians provider can help determine the source of your infection and develop a treatment plan.
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Men’s health refers to both the physical and mental health problems that are of concern for men.
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Nausea and vomiting can be symptoms of food allergies, motion sickness, infections, and many other medical problems.
Talk to your Premier Independent Physicians provider about your stomach symptoms.
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Fatigue, lack of energy, weakness, and dizziness are all symptoms of vitamin and micronutrient deficiencies.
If you have any of these symptoms, talk to your Premier Independent Physicians provider at your next visit to discuss a treatment plan.
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Pink eye, also called conjunctivitis, is an inflammation of the thin clear issue that lies over the white part of the eye and lines the inside of the eyelid.
It can be very contagious but is rarely serious. If you are experiencing redness or itchiness in one or both eyes, call Premier Independent Physicians today.
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Pneumonia is a lung infection that can range from mild to so severe that it can require hospitalization. Anyone can get this lung infection, but infants younger than two and adults 65 and over are at a higher risk.
Talk to your Premier Independent Physicians provider about pneumonia immunization at your next appointment.
Diagnostic Services
At Premier Independent Physicians, our highly skilled providers understand that accurately identifying the underlying causes of your symptoms is crucial for effective treatment. That's why, if necessary, our dedicated team may recommend additional diagnostic testing.
Through these valuable insights, your provider can gain a comprehensive understanding of your condition and tailor a personalized treatment plan that addresses your specific needs. Rest assured that with our commitment to delivering high-quality care, you can trust in our expertise and dedication to your health and well-being.
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An electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) is a test that records the electrical activity of your heart using small electrode patches on the skin. With this test, it helps your provider to assess various aspects of heart function, including heart rhythm, blood flow to the heart, and overall heart health.
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Premier Independent Physicians offers comprehensive laboratory services for annual physicals, blood hormone levels, flu and strep tests, urine screens, pregnancy tests, STIs, and women’s health assessments through our in-house lab, PIP Laboratory.
Clinical Care Management
Clinical care management at Premier Independent Physicians delivers patient-centered coordination of chronic conditions.
Our healthcare team coordinates your health journey, offering personalized plans that integrate into your lifestyle.
From regular check-ins to expert guidance on treatments and resources, we strive to optimize your health outcomes while empowering you to take charge of your overall wellness.
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Anxiety and panic disorders affect an estimated 2.4 million Americans. Manage your symptoms with support from your Premier Independent Physicians provider.
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Asthma causes your airways to get inflamed and narrow, making it hard to breathe.
Contact your North Oakland Internists provider to discuss treatment options.
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or COPD is a chronic lung condition in which the alveoli (air sacs) in your lungs become impaired, making it difficult to breathe.
Manage your COPD with your Premier Independent Physicians provider.
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An estimated 19 million Americans live with major depression. Develop a treatment plan to manage your symptoms with Premier Independent Physicians.
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Type 1 diabetes, also known as insulin-dependent diabetes, occurs when the body's immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. As a result, the pancreas cannot produce enough insulin, leading to high blood sugar levels.
Manage your Type 1 diabetes with your Premier Independent Physicians provider.
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With Type 2 diabetes, the pancreas may not produce enough insulin or the body becomes resistant to the insulin it produces. Diabetes can lead to significant health complications and elevate the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Develop a management plan with your Premier Independent Physicians provider.
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Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis that causes severe pain and swelling in joints. These attacks happen when there is a buildup of uric acid, a chemical found naturally in your body and in many foods like meat and shellfish.
Manage gout with your Premier Independent Physicians provider.
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The impact of heart disease can be significantly reduced with proactive management and lifestyle adjustments. From education to healthy habits, Premier Independent Physicians providers are committed to improving your heart health.
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High cholesterol affects 42 million Americans and 63 million more have borderline high cholesterol. Premier Independent Physicians providers are here to help you manage your cholesterol with diet, exercise, and medication if needed.
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Hypertension or high blood pressure affects one in four American adults. Premier Independent Physicians providers support symptom management and treatments.
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Premier Independent Physicians providers are available to develop personalized treatment plans for hyperthyroidism or overactive thyroid.
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Treat and manage your hypothyroidism or low thyroid levels with support from Premier Independent Physicians providers.