Your Patient-Centered Medical Home: A Foundation for Total Healthcare
At Sheridan Medical Group, we are committed to providing you with the highest quality, patient-focused care. We embrace the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model, an innovative approach that puts you, the patient, at the very heart of your healthcare journey. Think of your PCMH as your central hub for all your healthcare needs, designed to make accessing care easier, more comfortable, and more effective.
What is a Patient-Centered Medical Home?
A PCMH is not just a place; it's a way of organizing and delivering healthcare that strengthens the relationship between you, your dedicated primary care provider, and a team of healthcare professionals who are all working collaboratively on your behalf. This team is responsible for understanding your unique health history, needs, and preferences, ensuring you receive coordinated and comprehensive care.
The Benefits of a Patient-Centered Medical Home for You:
Choosing a practice that operates as a Patient-Centered Medical Home offers significant advantages, including:
- A Stronger Relationship with Your Primary Care Provider: Your primary care provider is your personal physician, someone who gets to know you, your health history, and your healthcare goals. This ongoing relationship fosters trust and allows for more personalized and informed decision-making about your care.
- A Dedicated Care Team Working for You: You're not just seeing one doctor; you have a team of professionals, which may include nurses, medical assistants, care coordinators, and other specialists, all working together under the direction of your primary care provider to address your various healthcare needs.
- Easier Access to Care When You Need It: Your PCMH is committed to providing timely access to care. This may include same-day appointments for urgent needs, extended hours, or alternative methods of communication, reducing wait times and making it easier to get the care you require.
- Improved Coordination of Care: Your PCMH ensures seamless communication and coordination among all the healthcare professionals involved in your care, including specialists, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. This helps prevent duplication of tests, reduces the risk of medical errors, and ensures everyone is on the same page regarding your treatment plan.
- Focus on Your Total Health and Wellness: Your PCMH takes a holistic approach to your health, considering not just your physical health but also your mental and emotional well-being, as well as social factors that may impact your health.
- Support for Self-Management: Your care team will provide you with the information, tools, and resources you need to actively participate in managing your own health, empowering you to make informed decisions and take control of your well-being.
- Enhanced Quality of Care: The PCMH model is built on evidence-based practices and a commitment to continuous improvement, leading to higher quality care and better health outcomes for you.
- Greater Convenience: With a focus on streamlined processes and improved communication, your PCMH aims to make your healthcare experience more convenient and less stressful.
At Sheridan Medical Group, our commitment to the Patient-Centered Medical Home model reflects our dedication to providing you with exceptional, coordinated, and patient-focused care. We believe that by working closely
