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Family-focused primary care in Bristol
Ballad Health Medical Associates Family Medicine is here to be a trusted partner for maintaining your overall health and wellness. Our primary care providers aim to establish long-term relationships with their patients and focus on preventative medicine and wellness to keep you healthy.
Our board-certified primary care doctors and nurse practitioners are committed to delivering the best possible close-to-home, personalized care for each of our patients. We will work with you to develop a unique care plan tailored to you and your family.
Our office is conveniently located in Bristol, VA, so that you can receive the best possible care from people who call Virginia home too.
Same-day and next-day appointments are available for established patients.
For your convenience, we offer online scheduling for existing patients. If you’re a new patient, we request that you call our office to make an appointment.
If you need care outside of our hours, you can visit Ballad Health Medical Associates Urgent Care in Bristol. You can also schedule an appointment for Ballad Health’s virtual urgent care.
Our primary care services
Ballad Health Medical Associates Family Medicine offers primary care treatment and services for your entire family, including children, adults and seniors. Our family practice doctors serve a diverse group of patients throughout Bristol and our surrounding communities.
Personalized family medicine
Our primary care team provides top-quality services, treatments and specialist referrals to match the unique needs of our pediatric, adult and senior patients. We offer treatment and expert care for:
- Acute conditions or illnesses that happened recently and require immediate care, such as a sprain, minor wound or burn, ear infection, or the flu
- Chronic conditions or illnesses that need ongoing care, such as asthma, diabetes or heart disease
We’ll work with you to develop an individualized treatment and care plan to help you manage your condition or symptoms.
Vaccinations, preventative care and annual physicals
We also provide resources and services to make sure you stay at your best health, including:
- Immunizations to keep you and your family safe from preventable diseases
- Preventative care to help you stay healthy
- Annual physicals or exams to ensure your health information is up to date
- Resources, insight and advice about other treatments or programs that may benefit you
Learn more about family medicine services.
Annual wellness visits
Your primary care provider keeps you on track with preventative care through annual wellness checks and screenings. Even if you’re not experiencing symptoms, it’s important to get your annual wellness check and recommended screenings so that you and your provider can catch conditions early on when they may be easier to treat. Your provider will order screenings for you based on a few factors like your age, family history and lifestyle.
Annual screenings | Ages to start screening | Why it’s important |
|---|---|---|
Wellness visit | Pediatric and adult annual wellness visits are recommended for all ages. Many insurance plans cover these visits at little or no cost. Check with your provider for details. | Some medical conditions that require early detection, such as high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol might have no symptoms at all. This makes an annual visit with your provider vital to maintaining good health. |
Annual mammograms are recommended between the ages of 40 and 54. For ages 55 and older, you can do yearly or bi-yearly screenings. | Early detection means less invasive treatment can be started right away, leading to life-saving outcomes. | |
Routine cervical cancer screenings generally begin at age 21 depending on the method of screening chosen and end at age 65 for most women. | The American Cancer Society recommends regular screenings to detect cervical cancer early so that any precancerous cells can be found and removed. | |
Start regular screening at 45, and continue until 75. | Screening helps find colorectal cancer before symptoms develop, making it easier to treat and increasing your chances of a full recovery. |
Pediatric care
Our Bristol team is here to provide comprehensive care for your little ones. We specialize in care for children and adolescents, and we’re here with you through ever step of your child’s journey to adulthood. Our providers see children that are school age and up.
At Ballad Health Medical Associates Family Medicine, we offer a full range of support services for pediatric patients, such as:
- General check-ups and care – including screenings, nutritional guidance and behavioral assessment
- School and sports physicals at any time of the year
- All age-appropriate immunizations for your children
- Well-child care and annual exams that allow your doctor to track your child’s growth and development
We know a doctor’s visit can be scary or stressful for your child, which is why we strive to provide a safe and comforting environment for all our patients regardless of age. Our team is always ready to make your child laugh or help them feel brave.
View our recommended vaccination schedule for babies and children [PDF, 69 KB].
Specialized women’s healthcare
Our team provides a safe and compassionate space for our female patients.
You can count on us for your well exams and annual breast or gynecological screenings.
24/7 access to your care
With our secure MyChart online portal, you can access your own or a family member’s medical records and manage your family’s care at any time.
MyChart allows you to see test results, refill a prescription, check immunization history, message your doctor and request an appointment – all from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
Download the Ballad Health mobile app today to access your MyChart, bill payment and virtual telehealth services in one easy-to-use location.
Book an appointment
Schedule your appointment online or ask us about any of our services by calling (276) 466-0584.
Primary care frequently asked questions
A primary care provider helps you stay healthy by giving regular check-ups, treating illnesses and helping you manage long-term conditions. As you get to know your general practitioner, they’ll have a detailed understanding of your health history that will help them give you the personalized care you need.
You can schedule an appointment with our providers by calling (276) 466‑0584 or booking your visit online. If there is any reason our office doesn’t align with your needs, you can use our find-a-doctor tool to find a primary care provider near you.
It’s a good idea to see your primary care doctor or provider at least once a year for a check-up. If you have any health problems or concerns, you might need to visit more often. Your PCP can tell you how often you should come in based on your health needs.
Your primary care provider is always here to help you manage your health. Your PCP will be your main point of contact in your healthcare journey, and they can give you advice on healthy living, catch health problems early and make sure you get the right tests and preventive screenings. They can also help you make a plan to stay healthy through diet, exercise and appropriate medications.
During your first visit, one of our Bristol, VA providers will ask about your health history, do a physical exam and talk with you about any health concerns you have. This is their chance to get to know you and your health goals. They will also discuss any medicines you take and may order some tests based on the needs you tell them about.
To choose the right PCP, think about what’s important to you. Things like location, office hours and insurance are important factors when choosing your PCP.
Ballad Health Medical Associates Family Medicine Bristol at Exit 7 accepts most major insurance providers. To confirm if we accept your insurance, please call us at (276) 466‑0584.
If you require care when our office is closed, you can go to the nearest urgent care or utilize our virtual urgent care clinic. For virtual visits, you can choose between a quick screening or a video visit with a provider.
