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Rhea Buycks
Family Practitioner
Dr. Rhea Buycks is a family practitioner practicing in Ardmore, OK. Dr. Buycks specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Buycks possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
14 years
Experience
Rhea Buycks
- Ardmore, OK
- OU Health Sciences Center
- Accepting new patients
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My daughter has trouble pronouncing certain sounds and letters. How can I help her?
I would definitely start with a hearing test and speech eval.
Red mole being removed from my back and sent for tests. What kind of tests will be done?
The mole would be sent to pathology lab where they would take the tissue and look at it under microscope to look for cancerous cells vs benign cells. Cancerous conditions such READ MORE
The mole would be sent to pathology lab where they would take the tissue and look at it under microscope to look for cancerous cells vs benign cells. Cancerous conditions such as, melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell, etc.
My infection isn't settled after I've been on antibiotics. Why is this happening?
Depends on the type of infection and what you mean by "settled". If you are on a 10 day course of antibiotic, it just needs more time. Also, depending on what type of "infection" READ MORE
Depends on the type of infection and what you mean by "settled". If you are on a 10 day course of antibiotic, it just needs more time. Also, depending on what type of "infection" you are being treated for, i.e. a cold/cough, it could be viral and will have to run it's course. Antibiotics do not work on viral infections.
What is the role of a physicians assistant?
Physician associates typically do most of the same things doctors do. We often have our own clientele of patients. We see patients for sick visits, check ups, annual exams, interpret READ MORE
Physician associates typically do most of the same things doctors do. We often have our own clientele of patients. We see patients for sick visits, check ups, annual exams, interpret labs, x-rays, and various other tests. We do procedures in office such as cyst removal, mole removal, ingrown toenail removal, etc. In other settings, PA's assist in surgery, alongside the surgeon.
Do I need a tetanus shot if I slipped and fell on the road?
We typically give tetanus for animal/human bites and metal injuries that could contain rust. However, if you haven't had one in 5 years it wouldn't be a bad idea to update it. READ MORE
We typically give tetanus for animal/human bites and metal injuries that could contain rust. However, if you haven't had one in 5 years it wouldn't be a bad idea to update it.
What are the tests recommended to diagnose the bacteria causing a flu?
A rapid flu swab detects flu virus. Flu is not bacterial, therefore will not respond to antibiotics. Antivirals, such as Tamiflu, are used to treat flu in the first 48 hours READ MORE
A rapid flu swab detects flu virus. Flu is not bacterial, therefore will not respond to antibiotics. Antivirals, such as Tamiflu, are used to treat flu in the first 48 hours of symptom onset.
Do you specialize in treating symptoms of the flu?
Yes, we are very familiar with treating flu.
How can I relieve ear pain at night?
She may have an ear infection and that needs to be checked out by her doctor or PA.
What does bronchitis do to your lungs?
Bronchitis inflames the bronchioles (small airways) and creates mucous that cause persistent cough and sometimes sputum production.
How do doctors treat obesity?
Dietary changes, regular exercise. Bariatric surgery if other attempts have failed.
What happens when you are severely anemic?
Anemia can cause severe fatigue, pale skin, shortness of breath, dizziness.
How to ice and heat a broken ankle?
Ice for broken bones, no heat. Ice with a towel between bare skin and ice for 15-20 intervals to reduce swelling. Ice will not help much after the first few days of injury.
