Dr. Sultana - What Does A Family Practitioner Treat
Sharmeen Sultana, MD, is a well-versed family practitioner who diagnoses and treats patients at her private practice in Brooklyn, NY. Her practice provides general consultations and follow ups, including Pap smear for existing patients, flu shots, pediatric consultations for children 5 years and older, pre-travel consultations,... more
What is family medicine?
Family medicine is a branch of medicine that provides comprehensive healthcare for people of all ages. A family medicine physician is typically the first specialist a patient sees when seeking healthcare services. They examine and treat patients with a wide range of conditions and refer those with advanced ailments to a specialist.
Preventative Care. A family physician offers preventative care to help detect or prevent serious diseases and medical conditions. This includes annual check-ups, blood draws, immunizations, as well as certain tests and screenings. The goal of preventative care is to help patients stay healthy.
Diagnostic Services. Diagnostic services are often the foundation of a family physician’s diagnosis and treatment. An x-ray such as a chest x-ray can help your doctor make a diagnosis and treat your condition. Ultrasound technology can additionally be helpful in diagnosing diseases and medical conditions.
Minor Procedures. Family physicians regularly perform office-based minor surgical procedures. The most common minor procedures treated include the casting of simple fractures, laceration repair, splinting sprains, minor surgery, and wound care. Surgical procedures that are more complex are referred to a specialist.
