Family Medicine
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At Alfredo Ermac Jr, MD in Houston, TX, we provide family medicine services designed to meet the healthcare needs of your entire family. From preventive care and routine checkups to chronic condition management, we deliver personalized, long-term care in one convenient place—helping every family member enjoy a healthier life.
What Is Family Medicine?
Family medicine is a medical specialty focused on providing primary care for patients of all ages, from infants to seniors. Family physicians are trained to treat a broad range of health concerns, manage chronic illnesses, and emphasize preventive care, making them the cornerstone of lifelong health.
How Family Medicine Works
Family medicine emphasizes continuity of care. By seeing the same doctor for all stages of life, families build long-term relationships that support personalized care. Visits may include physical exams, preventive screenings, vaccinations, chronic condition management, and treatment for acute illnesses. This holistic approach ensures every aspect of a patient’s health is addressed within the family context.
Conditions Treated with Family Medicine
Family medicine physicians manage everyday health concerns while also monitoring long-term wellness across generations.
Common conditions include:
- Colds, flu, and common infections
- High blood pressure and cholesterol
- Diabetes and thyroid disorders
- Asthma, allergies, and respiratory conditions
- Joint pain and arthritis
- Digestive concerns such as GERD or IBS
- Preventive screenings (cancer, cardiovascular, etc.)
- Pediatric and geriatric care needs
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