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What Does a Family Doctor Do?
If you’re wondering exactly what a family practice handles, we can help. At Matthews Internal Medicine, we have the knowledge and experience required to provide treatments for a wide range of medical issues. Here’s a look at some of the things that you can rely on your family doctor to handle.
Internal Medicine vs. Family Practice
When you go to a doctor you want to make sure that you’re getting the best medical advice possible. Some practices specialize in different things. For example, there are internal medicine doctors and family practice doctors. How are you supposed to tell the difference and know which is the best option for any given medical need? […]
The Dangers of Osteoporosis as You Age
Osteoporosis is one condition that seniors have to be on the lookout for as they get older. This dangerous disease affects bone density and health, which can lead to grievous injuries in older people. At Matthews Internal Medicine we do our best to warn patients about the dangers of this disease and we have a […]
How Accurately Can You Get Screened for Cancer?
As medicine has evolved and new procedures have made it easier to detect disease earlier, more and more patients have asked us about cancer screenings. How effective are they? Which cancers can I check for? At Matthews Internal Medicine we specialize in preventative care, so detecting a devastating disease like cancer early on is obviously a […]
Links Between Heartburn and Smoking
We already know that smoking can cause a wide range of health problems. This bad habit is already linked to heart disease, but does it also cause heartburn? There could be a link between smoking and problems with your digestive system, so if heartburn is a common issue for you a smoking cessation plan might […]
Stay Healthy This Winter With Flu Shots!
Every flu season we get the same question from some of our patients. “Do I actually NEED a flu shot?” The short answer is “yes”. In fact, if you want to stay healthy, there are many reasons for the whole family to get flu shots this season.
Boost Your Bone Health
At Matthews Internal Medicine, we don’t just help you with your current health issues. One of our priorities is preventative medicine, which means that we help our patients avoid further health issues by living a healthier lifestyle right now. One of our areas of focus is osteoporosis. How can you improve your bone health right now? […]
Lose Weight, Lose Future Health Problems
At Matthews Internal Medicine, we make sure that our patients can live their healthiest lives. We specialize in preventative care that can help them avoid the biggest health issues, and one of the key components is our weight management program. Losing weight provides a variety of health benefits. If you lose weight now, you might be […]
Get Your Physical Before Engaging In New Types of Exercise
The physicians at Matthews Internal Medicine usually recommend getting a physical every year or at least every two years as a part of a larger preventative care program, but there are some times that you should adjust that schedule and come in for a physical exam right away. One such time is before starting a new […]
What is Internal Medicine?
At Matthews Internal Medicine, our specialty is right there in the name. Some patients wonder, however, what internal medicine actually is. What does it cover? What kinds of services should you expect from an internist? Here’s what kinds of services you should expect when you visit our office in Charlotte, NC.