CHOOSING A NURSE PRACTITIONER AS YOUR PCP

Here are a few questions often asked:

IS NURSE PRACTITIONER CARE SAFE AND AS GOOD AS A PHYSICIAN?

Nurse Practitioner care is comparable to Physician care. In fact, Studies show in terms of safety, outcomes and patient satisfaction we are just as good if not better.


In 2011 a meta-analysis  released in Nursing Economics reviewed comparative care over an 18 year span provided by advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) (Nurse Practitioners) to care provided by physicians. 

Care was compared in 24 different categories.

APRNs performed equal to physicians in 13 categories.
APRNs performed better than physicians in 11 categories.
Physicians performed better than APRNs in zero categories.

Check out the article below:

https://www.nursingeconomics.net/ce/2013/article3001021.pdf

CAN NURSE PRACTITIONERS PRESCRIBE MEDICATION?

YES! Nurse Practitioners Assess Diagnose Treat and Prescribe.

 

Our practice is located in New York and we have full prescribing capabilities

WHAT IF I NEED A SPECIALIST?

Nurse Practitioners refer patients to and collaborate with specialists in the same way a Physician PCP does.

WHAT LEVEL OF EDUCATION DO NURSE PRACTITIONERS UNDERGO?

Nurse Practitioners start out as Registered Nurses with a Bachelors of Science degree.

They then obtain Advanced Practice Education at the Masters degree level. 

Many continue on for the terminal Doctoral degree.

Nurse Practitioners spend many years (7 plus years) training to become a Nurse Practitioner.

A Nurse Practitioner with a Doctoral Degree will have spent 10 years educating 

We all do Clinical hours in various settings during our training for each degree obtained.

We take a Rigorous National Board certification exam 

A NOTE ABOUT US:

We at Primary Care Nurse Practitioners of New York understand the struggle to manage life"s everyday challenges and still take care of your health!

 We partner with you to become the healthiest version of you!

Call today and become part of our family! 

(718) 980-1553

MEDICAL HOUSE CALLS

Medical House Calls are a necessity for the Home Bound population!

Routine preventative care & management of chronic illness is essential for the home bound elder & disabled population. 

There is a significant struggle to get to a medical office. It can be exhausting just to get washed & dressed in the morning. Adding the tasks of preparing to go out, getting transportation & someone to accompany them to the visit is a task in and of itself. Waiting to be seen, getting in the exam room and finally the work to get back home. 

The more frail or ill the person is, the less likely an office visit can be accomplished, even with a strong support system.

Imagine living on your own at 90 years old. You have outlived most of your family and friends. You rely on neighbors and delivery services for your needs. 

What happens when you suddenly become ill? 

Most would call the Primary provider and will likely be told to come into the office. When getting to the office is not possible, the likely response will be to go to the Emergency Room. 

A trip to the Emergency Room is not only expensive, it poses a danger to the individual by exposing them to other illnesses that can lead to significant debilitation, and the potential loss of their autonomy at home.

The physical, emotional & psychological stress is devastating and the financial burden is crushing.

Routine & Urgent Medical House Calls eliminate all of the struggles, pain & suffering!

Benefits of these visits:

Cost Effective
Convenient for the individual
Increased treatment compliance
Decreased medication duplication & errors
Decreased falls with home safety evaluation
Decreased emotional & Psychological stress
Home delivery of medication
Lab draws in the home
Radiology services in the home
Eliminate unnecessary Emergency Department visits
Eliminate re-hospitalizations
Increased education and participation in self care

 House Calls are not wanted, they are NEEDED! 

Primary Care Nurse Practitioners of New York has been serving the Five Boroughs of NYC & LI since 2008. Our Routine & Urgent House Calls have afforded thousands of patients the ability to remain at home while enjoying their best health possible.
 Our caring clinicians are second to none and we love what we do! 

Most Insurance accepted

If you or someone you know is in need of a House call we can be reached at 
(718) 980-1553

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These Past Few Weeks Have Been Busy With Seasonal Allergy Sufferers!

      Symptoms

            Sneezing

            Runny or Stuffy Nose

            Watery Eyes

             Itchy Throat & Ears

             Sinus Pressure

             Ear Congestion

             Postnasal Drip

             Headache

             Coughing

If you are experiencing symptoms that are not listed above such as fever, wheezing, shortness of breath please call to come in. It may not be just allergies.

Here Are Some Tips to Manage Seasonal Allergies:

Seasonal Allergy symptoms rear its ugly head when the pollen count rises. The pollen count is at its highest in the early morning hours!

Early in the season call & schedule a Primary Care office visit to determine the best coarse of treatment & plan of management for you.Especially if you have chronic illnesses. Not all over the counter medications are suitable for everyone 

Check the pollen count on the local news or internet & start your medication or plan of care when high

Our favorite site to check the pollen count is:

http://www.weather.com/health/pollen/forecast/New+York+NY+USNY0996

• Leave outdoor activities to later in the day

• Wear a dust mask to mow the lawn or garden. Even better, delegate the task to someone without allergies

• Close your windows when the lawn or garden are being tended to, even when your neighbors are working on their lawns

• Don't hang laundry outside to dry, pollen sticks to the clothes and increases your symptoms when you wear them

• When appropriate use the AC

• Vacuum frequently with a filtered vacuum

• Change your heating system filters according to the recommended schedule

• Air filters & Dehumidifiers can work wonders

Your Health is Our Highest Priority!