Primary Care FAQ: Medical Services for Children and Adults Near You

Primary care provides ongoing, comprehensive medical care for patients of all ages and serves as the first point of contact for most healthcare needs. Our primary care team focuses on prevention, early diagnosis, treatment, and long-term wellness—helping patients stay healthy, manage chronic conditions, and receive coordinated care throughout every stage of life.

Our adult primary care services include preventive care, chronic disease management, treatment for acute illnesses and minor injuries, and ongoing health education. Our primary care providers also coordinate care with specialists when needed, ensuring a seamless, team-based approach to your long-term health and wellness.

Primary care services for kids include well-child visits, immunizations, treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, management of chronic conditions, and health education. Our Elmhurst primary care doctors also coordinate care with specialists when needed.

Primary care for adults is provided by internal medicine physicians, family medicine physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants, who work together to deliver comprehensive and coordinated care.

Medical professionals who provide primary care for kids include pediatricians, family medicine physicians, and nurse practitioners.

The frequency of primary care visits depends on your individual health needs. In general, adults should see their primary care provider at least once a year for an annual physical exam and preventive screenings. Those managing chronic conditions may require more frequent visits to monitor their health, adjust treatment plans, and ensure optimal long-term wellness.

Children should see their primary care provider regularly for well-child visits, developmental screenings, and immunizations. The frequency of these visits depends on your child’s age and individual health needs, ensuring proper growth, prevention, and early detection of potential concerns.

It is helpful to bring the following items to your primary care appointment:

• A list of current medications and supplements
• Your medical history and any relevant medical records
• A list of questions or concerns you have about your health
• Your insurance card and any necessary co-payments

It is helpful to bring the following items to your child's primary care appointment:

• Your child's medical history and any relevant medical records
• A list of questions or concerns you have about your child's health
• Your child's insurance card and any necessary co-payments

Our primary care clinic offers walk-in medical services in Elmhurst for acute illnesses and injuries.