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Chronic Medical Conditions Specialist

Family Care & Wellness

Family Medicine located in Allen, TX

At Family Care & Wellness, located in Allen, Texas, the practice is committed to caring for patients in their community who are affected by chronic medical conditions. The team’s years of experience have demonstrated the importance of health coaching services in helping their patients achieve their very best health. Tariq Mallick, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician, and Zayba Hoda, PA-C, is a certified health coach. Together, they specialize in treating chronic medical conditions while partnering with patients in the management of their illnesses to optimize health and prevent complications. To schedule an appointment, call the office today.

Chronic Medical Conditions Q & A

What are chronic medical conditions?

Chronic medical conditions are health issues that last a year or longer. These types of health conditions require ongoing medical care to manage the condition and prevent further health complications. 

The team at Family Care & Wellness received years of training so they can diagnose and treat any chronic health condition that may affect children or adults. The team specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of:

  • Diabetes
  • High cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Thyroid diseases
  • Arthritis
  • Chronic skin conditions
  • Allergies
  • Headaches
  • Asthma

Your chronic medical condition increases your risk of disability and death. But with the experts at Family Care & Wellness, you can get the medical management you need to take control of your illness and your health.

What happens during a chronic medical condition appointment?

The team at Family Care & Wellness takes a patient-centered approach to care, focusing on your whole health, not just your chronic medical condition. This means you can expect comprehensive and compassionate care when you come to the office seeking help with the management of your chronic health issues.

To better understand your personal health needs, the team asks detailed questions about your current symptoms and health concerns, past medical history, medications and supplement use, diet, lifestyle, and daily stresses.

The team also does a physical exam and may run health screenings or blood tests to assess current health and to use it as a guide to monitor the effectiveness of treatment. 

How are chronic medical conditions managed?

The team at Family Care & Wellness takes a proactive approach to help you manage your chronic medical condition, serving as your health coach. The team partners with you and provides you with the tools, guidance, and support you need to take control of your health and your chronic condition. 

The specifics of your treatment may depend on the chronic medical condition, but may include:

  • Disease-specific medication
  • Healthy diet
  • Exercise program
  • Stress management tools

The team schedules follow-up appointments to monitor your progress, cheer on your successes, help you manage setbacks, and adjust your plan as needed so you continue to make positive gains toward health and well-being.

Chronic medical conditions require ongoing medical care. To get the support you need from a team focused on your whole health, not your condition, call Family Care & Wellness today.