What Are the Benefits of Chronic Disease Management?
Dr. Margaret Hart and Dr. Charles Armstrong are pleased to provide chronic disease management for people in Chandler, AZ, who deal with long-term medical conditions that affect their daily lives. Chronic disease management involves coming up with a personal treatment strategy to help lessen the symptoms associated with a long-lasting illness, like diabetes, asthma, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and others. While these chronic diseases cannot be cured, they can be maintained with medical intervention to enable you to live more comfortably. Call Immaculate Heart of Mary Family Health Center now to learn more about how chronic disease management can improve your overall health.
What is Chronic Disease Management?
There are many reasons why patients with long-term chronic diseases should consider working with a healthcare professional for management. Some benefits include:
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- Better control of symptoms: With a personalized treatment plan, patients can better manage their symptoms and potentially avoid complications associated with their condition.
- Regular monitoring: Routine follow-ups allow healthcare providers to monitor the progress of the disease and adjust the treatment plan as necessary.
- Improved quality of life: By effectively managing symptoms, patients can experience a better quality of life and have more energy to engage in daily activities.
- Education and support: Immaculate Heart of Mary Family Health Center provides education on how to manage your chronic condition and offers support along the way.
How Are Chronic Diseases Treated?
During your office visit to Immaculate Heart of Mary Family Health Center, we will take the time to learn about you by reviewing your health history, lifestyle habits, and symptoms to get a greater understanding of your particular chronic disease. This will allow us to develop a custom treatment plan to help manage your symptoms and enhance your overall wellness. Treatment will vary, depending on your specific condition, and may include prescription medications, nutrition recommendations, and routine follow-ups. We offer chronic disease management for a wide range of conditions, such as:
- Asthma
- Arthritis
- Heart disease
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes
- Thyroid disorders
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Epilepsy
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Improve Your Quality of Life
If you have a chronic disease or illness that has been impacting your quality of life and causing discomfort, Dr. Hart and Dr. Armstrong invite you to make an appointment at our Chandler, AZ, office to get the relief you desire. We will help you get your symptoms under control with a customized treatment suited to you. Reach out to Immaculate Heart of Mary Family Health Center to learn more.
Chronic Disease Management FAQs
Your chronic disease management plan will be a comprehensive and individualized approach to your care. Depending on your specific condition, your plan may include medication regimens, lifestyle modifications like diet and exercise, and regular screenings or tests to monitor your condition. You'll also be scheduled for regular checkups with our healthcare team to review your progress and make any necessary adjustments to your plan.
For your initial health evaluation at Immaculate Heart of Mary Family Health Center, please bring any relevant medical records, a list of current medications, and information on your medical history. This will allow our team to gain a complete understanding of your condition and needs, helping us to develop the most effective management plan for you.
Follow the medication schedule and lifestyle changes as recommended by our healthcare team. There are digital health tracking tools you can use, if needed, to monitor vital signs like blood pressure or glucose levels. Consistency is key, and it's important to promptly report any significant changes in your symptoms. Remember, we're just a call away should you have any questions or need support managing your condition.
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