Internal Medicine - Dignity Health Medical Group - Santa Cruz, CA
At Dignity Health Medical Group Internal Medicine in Santa Cruz, we offer a wide range of care, including primary care for everyday health needs to support you through every stage of life, from pediatric to geriatric care. From preventive care and screenings to continuing care and support after surgery, our compassionate team is here to help support your health goals. When needed, we’ll also connect you with specialists for more advanced care.
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.
What we offer
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Family MedicineOur family medicine providers offer comprehensive health care for your whole family. We partner with you to ensure your family’s well-being.
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Internal MedicineOur internists specialize in preventing, detecting and treating diseases in adults. We provide skilled care for a wide range of health concerns.
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Preventative MedicineOur providers offer a range of services including immunizations, healthy lifestyle guidance, personalized nutritional counseling and support for overall wellness.
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 Dignity Health Medical Group in Santa Cruz, our internal 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. In addition, we can help manage your continuing care after a major surgery or procedure. We are committed to promoting your family’s lifelong health and well-being, delivering trusted care in your community.
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). Internal medicine providers, also known as internists, are also primary care providers. They offer comprehensive care similar to a PCP and can also assist with managing your recovery after surgery.
Our care team includes internal 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.
At Dignity Health Medical Group in Santa Cruz, we offer compassionate, comprehensive health care for every stage of your life. From preventive care and screenings to diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic conditions, we're here to help support your health goals.
We offer care for a wide variety of conditions, including:
- Acute conditions like cold and strep throat
- Arthritis
- Blood disorders
- Infectious diseases
- Kidney problems
- Neurological conditions
- Thyroid conditions
Our internal medicine specialists at Dignity Health Medical Group in Santa Cruz provide comprehensive services, including:
- Flu shots and immunizations
- Physical exams
- Postoperative care
- Preventive medicine
- Women’s health
- Weight management
Our internal medicine providers care for you at every age. They help prevent, diagnose and manage common health concerns and offer you specialized support for arthritis, neurological conditions, weight management and more.
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.
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