primary care

NOUN

first-contact medical care

Synonyms

WEAK

health care medical care

Example Sentences

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“Nurse practitioners provide the largest amount of primary care services in the United States,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times

We cannot let this assault on primary care prevail.

From Seattle Times

Even if they do have coverage, not all patients want to use it, said Dr. Stephanie Colantonio, a primary care physician who offers telemedicine abortion in California through Luna Flow Health.

From New York Times

A: If they don’t have a primary care physician, go establish one.

From Washington Post

She also encourages parents to speak with their child’s primary care doctor if they’re worried about behavior.

From Washington Post