Women have unique health care needs. But it’s more than having different anatomy, more than needs related to giving birth or experiencing menopause. The truth is certain medical conditions that affect both men and women — like osteoporosis, migraines and depression — happen more often in women. And sometimes, the symptoms of certain conditions (like a heart attack, for example) can be different for a woman.
Women can benefit from a primary care provider (PCP) who fully understands their life journey and appreciates these unique health care needs. Someone who makes them feel comfortable and safe and can relate to their circumstances. At Emory Healthcare, we have PCPs with a special interest and extended training in women’s health. Their knowledge, skills and experiences could make one of them the perfect health care provider for you.
Lifetime Care You Can Count On
It’s not uncommon for young, healthy women to rely on their gynecologist/obstetrician (OBGYN) for primary care. But having a dedicated PCP may offer a more comprehensive approach to your well-being. An Emory PCP who focuses on women’s health can help you address your health care needs at all ages and stages of life. In addition, they can be a trusted resource and a connecting point to providers in more than 70 specialties at Emory, including gynecology. Our team’s expertise is unmatched in Georgia and ensures you’ll be in excellent hands, regardless of your health situation.
Our PCPs know women’s health. And they get to know you, too. By developing a long-term relationship with you, these providers learn your priorities when it comes to your health and well-being. They ensure you get the right care and education when you need it. What’s more, many Emory Healthcare family medicine providers who care for women also care for pediatric patients. This means you’ll have a trusted provider for your newborn baby or older children, as well.
“As a child, I knew I wanted to help people when I grew up. And medicine seemed like a good fit because I’ve always been a nurturer,” says Allison Barker, MD, a family medicine physician at Emory at Belmont – Primary Care. “When I shadowed my mentor while in college, I discovered that family medicine was my calling. I loved the variety it provided and the fact that I can really get to know my patients and care for them throughout their lives. I also like educating my patients and helping them take good care of themselves. It’s especially rewarding when I can teach young people healthy habits that will benefit them well into the future.”
