Does your teen have the right doctor?

If you have a teenager, you’re likely well-acquainted with the changes and challenges he or she faces from day to day—be they related to physical, psychological or social factors.

Along with the long list of physical changes they experience, teens often seek more independence and responsibility, including taking more ownership of their own health. Because the teenage years are so important (and often volatile), finding your teen the right primary health care provider is critical.

How to choose a primary care physician

For individuals and families, it is important to have a primary care physician. Primary care physicians include family practitioners, pediatricians and internists. These physicians diagnose and treat patients for common medical conditions that aren’t emergencies.