Family Medicine & Specialty Care -Dignity Health Medical Group - Bakersfield, CA
At Family Medicine & Specialty Care – Dignity Health Medical Group – Bakersfield, we provide care for every stage of life. Our family medicine physicians see children and adults for colds, flu and other common concerns, as well as chronic conditions like asthma and diabetes. We also provide routine health screenings, preventive services, and obesity management and prevention to help reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and obesity-related cancers.
To make care even more convenient, you can connect with our team from anywhere. Virtual care offers a trusted way to get support from the comfort of your home, work or mobile device. We also offer a language phone line to assist non-English-speaking patients. This free language and interpretation service is available year-round to ensure every patient receives clear, compassionate care.
What we offer
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Chronic Disease ManagementChronic disease management helps people manage chronic illnesses such as heart disease and diabetes through personalized care plans, healthy habits and ongoing support.
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Diabetes EducationA diabetes educator provides essential guidance on managing your blood sugar through personalized instruction on diet, exercise, medication usage and self-care techniques.
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DiabetesWe diagnose and provide care for diabetes, offering in-depth education to help you manage your health.
Billing and insurance
We know every journey to health and wellness is different. Whether you need cost estimates, financial assistance, help paying bills or information about accepted insurance plans, we’re here to help guide you and make the process as simple and reassuring as possible.
Frequently asked questions
At Family Medicine & Specialty Care in Bakersfield, our family medicine providers offer compassionate and expert care to help keep your whole family healthy as you grow and change. We support patients of every age in navigating their health care journey, helping to make transitions between care stages simple and seamless.. We are committed to promoting your family’s lifelong health and well-being, delivering trusted care in your community.
Family medicine is a type of primary care. Primary care includes several specialties, such as family medicine, internal medicine and pediatrics. Family medicine doctors and advanced practice providers (APPs) care for patients of all ages, while other primary care doctors may focus on adults or children specifically.
A primary care provider is a doctor you see for any health concerns. Primary care doctors include family medicine doctors and advanced practice providers (APPs).
Our primary care team includes family medicine physicians, nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs). They’re focused on building long-term relationships with you and your family. We treat acute illnesses, help manage chronic conditions and focus on prevention and education to support your overall health.
An advanced practice provider (APP) is a health care professional who has advanced education and clinical training, allowing them to take on a broader scope of practice and perform tasks traditionally carried out by physicians. This category includes nurse practitioners (NPs), physician assistants (PAs), certified nurse midwives (CNMs) and clinical nurse specialists (CNSs).
These professionals play a crucial role in providing health care services, including diagnosing and treating medical conditions, prescribing medications and offering preventive care. APPs are essential members of health care teams, contributing to the delivery of comprehensive and accessible patient care.
We offer care for a wide variety of conditions, including:
At Family Medicine & Specialty Care in Bakersfield, we perform in-office procedures, including vaccinations, basic skin procedures, joint injections, stitches for small cuts, wellness screenings and simple diagnostic tests.
Our family medicine services include:
- Annual wellness checkups
- Flu shots and immunizations
- Follow-ups after an inpatient hospital visit or outpatient surgery
- Physical exams
- Preoperative evaluations
- Mental health counseling
- Nutritional counseling
- Preventive care
- Sick visits
- Weight management
- Well-child care, including regular checkups, physical exams and immunizations
- Well-woman care, including gynecological exams and pregnancy tests
These services help patients receive convenient, supportive care. Call our office to schedule an appointment.
A family medicine consultation is a visit in which you meet with a doctor to discuss your health concerns, review your medical history, and develop a care plan. It may include a physical exam, health questions, and time to discuss symptoms, wellness or preventive needs.
Most family medicine appointments last 15–30 minutes, depending on your needs. A routine checkup may be shorter, while visits for multiple concerns or follow-up care may take more time. Your family medicine clinic will let you know what to expect when you schedule.
Before your visit
To confirm that your insurance plan is accepted at our clinic, please call us directly. Our caring team is ready to assist you.
Transfer your medical records so your new provider has your health history. Call your prior provider or request a release of information form.
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