Family Medicine

Family Medicine Specialist

Whether you’re in need of a sports physical, an annual flu vaccination, or maybe some help managing your diabetes, Dr. Corey Hunt at Compass Family Medicine can help. He and his staff can provide medical care for your entire family. If you live around Newberry, South Carolina, call the office or request an appointment online

What is family medicine?

Family medicine provides ongoing primary care and comprehensive medical evaluations to patients of all ages. Rather than focusing on a specific disease or body part, family medicine treats patients for their everyday ailments and healthcare needs.

Family physicians receive at least three more years of in-depth training after finishing medical school. This specialized training qualifies them to address health concerns covering adult and pediatric medicine as well as preventive and obstetrics care. As a result, a family physician is qualified to treat every member of your family.

What does family medicine entail?

Family practitioners treat a large spectrum of illnesses and conditions for every patient population, young and old. From addressing complaints like the common cold to providing health assessments like a sports physical, Dr. Hunt and his staff offer a wide variety of medical services.

They can also help with:

Nutrition and weight control
Stress and anger management
Anxiety and depression relief
Fertility testing and counseling
Anti-aging and cosmetic services

Disease prevention

Dr. Hunt can help you prevent serious diseases from developing in the future. He can conduct routine health screens, ensure your family’s immunization schedule is up-to-date, or simply provide counseling on lifestyle changes to help you maintain your health.

Manage chronic conditions

Family medicine also focuses on managing chronic conditions like diabetes, asthma, and heart disease. Dr. Hunt can determine the treatment plan best for you and your lifestyle.

Visiting Dr. Hunt regularly might also allow him to spot an emerging condition early on. His familiarity with your medical records can help him recognize new or unusual symptoms.

Specialty referral

Although family medicine focuses on the majority of health conditions, sometimes you may require special care. When that happens, Dr. Hunt can refer you to a specialist. They can consult with one another to determine the best treatment plan for you.

Why choose a family medicine physician?

Family medicine establishes a trusting relationship between you and your physician. As a result, you create a strong foundation for your medical care throughout your lifetime.

From prenatal care to children and adolescent health through adult and senior care, Dr. Hunt offers comprehensive medical care for every stage of life. This also allows you to bring your entire family to one office for their doctor visits.

Whether you’re in need of medical care for yourself, your child, or your elderly parent, Dr. Hunt can help. Call Compass Family Medicine today or request an appointment online.