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The primary purpose of the blog is to introduce healthy lifestyle concepts and answer common questions regarding medical concerns we receive from patients that are important. We want to start conversations that will help educate, benefit, and improve your well-being.
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Top Rated Doctor in Ann Arbor
Beyond Primary Care was recognized by Top Rated Online as a top rated facility for medicine in the area! We are grateful for the long-term friendships and trust we have developed with our patients.
Blood Pressure Management
Dr. O’Boyle discusses how people diagnosed with high blood pressure (hypertension) may be frustrated, saying “How is this something I have” when you don’t feel any different. Symptoms sometimes validate a diagnosis. Blood pressure management also discussed.
Cervical Cancer Screening in Michigan
At Beyond Primary Care, Dr. O’Boyle has experience in female gynecologic health and routinely perform pap tests as part of wellness exams.
Where To Get A Sports Physical In Ann Arbor
The purpose of the sports physical evaluation is to to maximize the health of athletes and their safe participation. This is different than the annual physical because annual physicals not only focus on physical health but also developmental, emotional, and social aspects of your kids wellbeing.
Healthcare Without Insurance
Dr. Jeff O’Boyle at Beyond Primary Care discusses affordable and accessible healthcare options for you if you don’t have health insurance.
Why Insulin Costs So Much
The most common problem associated with insulin is diabetes. Notably, the lack of manufactures to produce insulin is one of the main culprits of out-of-control costs. Pricing of insulin is very complex and involves many layers of middlemen including wholesalers, Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs), healthplans, and pharmacies. Within the system, there is no agreed-upon price for any insulin.
Using a Health Saving Account (HSA) with Direct Primary Care
Dr. Jeff O’Boyle with Beyond Primary Care discusses using a Health Savings Account (HSA) with Direct Primary Care.
Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine
Anaphylaxis is a severe, sometimes life-threatening, allergic reaction. Epipen's manufacturers have increased the price of a two-pack to over $600, even for people with health insurance. At Beyond Primary Care, we have made our own auto-injector and self-injector devices for our patients for a fraction of the cost. We discuss anaphylaxis and the purpose of these life-saving devices.