Primary care offers the chance to receive the majority of your routine health care needs from one practitioner. For many residents in and around Albuquerque, New Mexico, they rely on Sharon Schaaf of Mountain Desert Health. If you’d like to learn how Sharon’s approach to primary care aligns with your needs, call the office to book a visit or spend a few moments online.
Request an AppointmentWhat is primary care?
Primary care is your central resource for all essential health and wellness services. As you move through the phases of life, there may be times you need specialized health services, but primary care remains a need from childhood through geriatric care.
As your primary care practitioner, Dr. Schaaf takes the time to get to know you and your specific health needs and goals. By understanding the full scope of your health history and lifestyle, she is uniquely positioned to provide highly customized care.
What kinds of services are available within primary care?
Preventive health is the central focus of primary care. Routine physical exams ensure you receive a thorough health assessment every year.
These visits deliver the screenings appropriate for your age, sex, and overall health. Vaccines are also part of primary care, and you might be surprised at how many adults have gaps in their immunization history.
Those with one or more chronic diseases rely on Dr. Schaaf for comprehensive chronic disease management services. This includes professional medication management. Many adults take medications prescribed by various practitioners at different times, which can lead to adverse interactions and prevent your medications from delivering the desired results.
Acute care, also known as sick visits, is here to help when you are sick or hurt. You can easily access Mountain Desert Health, and same-day visits are often available.
What if I need to see a specialist?
If you need to work with a specialist for cancer care, surgery, or any other advanced health need, Dr. Schaaf helps you find the right practitioner for your needs, tapping into the network she’s developed during years of working as a nurse practitioner.
She ensures your medical records reach the specialist’s office and then adds the details of your care to those records once you get the treatment you need.
Continuity of care is important, especially for people with complex medical needs. Dr. Schaaf has extensive experience across many areas of health practice and expertly assists those in her care as they navigate their specific health challenges.
If you have additional questions or concerns about the primary care’s role in your health and wellness, call Mountain Desert Health to book a visit. Online booking is also an option and can be done from the comfort of home, any time of day or night.