Family Medicine
Find the right family medicine doctor for you and your loved ones at Stamford Health.
Comprehensive, Continuous Care For Your Entire Family
If you’re searching for a physician who can treat you throughout every stage of your life, or if you’d like to have just one provider for every member of your family, our family medicine physicians are here to meet your health and wellness needs. Family medicine physicians provide comprehensive, continuous treatment in one setting.
Family medicine doctors are trained in adult medicine, pediatrics newborn care, geriatric medicine, and gynecology for complete care for you and your loved ones. For more specific needs, visit a Stamford Health family medicine doctor that is specialty-trained in orthopedics, pediatrics, women’s health, and more.
While family medicine physicians treat most ailments and conditions, they will coordinate additional services when needed.
Our family medicine practitioners are located throughout lower Fairfield County.
Family Medicine At Stamford Health
Our doctors are committed to whole-person care that is focused on building a long-lasting relationship with each patient.
Visit a family medicine physician at one of the numerous locations that’s convenient to you and your schedule.
Regardless of insurance status, our practitioners will treat you and your loved ones.
Here, our physicians combine family medicine and integrative medicine to treat the body, mind, and soul.
Family Medicine Areas Of Care
As family doctors, we aim to build a long-lasting relationship with our patients. We can treat a wide variety of issues and concerns in many specialties. Here is what you can expect.
ADULT MEDICINE
Care for adult patients, including physical exams and treatment of acute and chronic conditions.PREVENTIVE
Including annual exams, immunizations, and screening tests. Doctors also provide healthy lifestyle counseling.
IMMEDIATE OR SICK VISITS
Established patients can see their family medicine physician for minor illnesses or injuries, including bronchitis, influenza, scrapes, and more. New patients can seek care at our Family Medicine Center or our Walk-In Centers.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Support for the emotional and behavioral well-being of patients of all ages, including medication management for anxiety and depression.
PEDIATRICS
At our Family Medicine Center and select locations, we provide care for children to support their physical, emotional, and developmental growth. Some Stamford Health Medical Group physicians have an age requirement for pediatric care.
GYNECOLOGY
This includes routine women’s health services like pap smears and contraception services. Full obstetric and prenatal care is available at our Family Medicine Center.
GERIATRICS
Treatment for conditions and concerns, such as balance, stroke, mobility, and emotional well-being, affecting patients 65 and older.
MUSCULOSKELETAL CONDITIONS
Treatment of conditions that affect the bones, muscles, joints, and connective tissue such as arthritis and osteoporosis.
DERMATOLOGY
Our physicians treat minor skin issues like acne, rashes, discoloration for patients of all ages. They also perform biopsies and mole removals.Common Questions About Family Medicine
Are you confused by the difference between a family medicine doctor and a primary care physician? You’re not alone. Keep reading to learn more about this type of care.
- What’s the difference between a family medicine physician and a primary care provider?
A family medicine physician is a type of primary care provider, who acts as your first point of care for most illnesses, injuries, and treatment. A primary care provider may also refer to an internist or pediatrician. - Are a family medicine doctor and an internist the same thing?
With extensive training in a variety of specialties, a family medicine doctor is able to treat patients of all ages, from newborns to geriatrics. An internist is also trained in various specialties, but only treats adult patients. - Does a family medicine doctor provide routine gynecological care?
The family medicine doctors at Stamford Health are trained in women’s health services and can provide routine gynecological care, including screenings and birth control.
For more questions, see our FAQs below.
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STAMFORD HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP
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FAMILY MEDICINE CENTER
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CENTER FOR INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE
Family Medicine Residency & Research
RESIDENCY PROGRAM
Since its founding in 1977, our program trains the next generation of family physicians in compassion, family orientation, whole person care, and comprehensiveness. Learn more about Family Medicine Residency Program.
TEACHING HOSPITAL
Stamford Health partners with New York Presbyterian Health System to allow medical students from Columbia and Cornell universities to intern.
CLINICAL RESEARCH
We are proud to be an active participant in clinical research trials to ensure that the most effective treatments are available to our patients.-
CAN YOU ACCESS AFTER-HOURS CARE WITH A FAMILY MEDICINE PROVIDER?After-hours care can be accessed at either of Stamford Health Medical Group’s Walk-In Centers in Stamford, or at the Immediate Care Center located at Tully Health Center. Learn more about our immediate care services.
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CAN FAMILY MEDICINE PHYSICIANS AT STAMFORD HEALTH MAKE REFERRALS TO SPECIALISTS WITHIN THE NETWORK?Yes! Our family medicine physicians would be happy to refer you to any of our Stamford Health specialists. We offer specialty care in orthopedics, cardiology, neurosciences, cancer, and more.
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