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This publication in no way seeks to serve as a substitute for professional medical care. Consult your physician before undertaking any form of medical treatment or adopting any exercise program or dietary guidelines. 2830 Calder Street Beaumont, TX 77702 "Primary care physicians coordinate continuing care," says J. Berthold Spencer, MD, Family Medicine Physician at CHRISTUS Jasper Memorial Family Practice Center – Rayburn. "When patients have an ongoing illness or chronic condition, a PCP is invaluable in coordinating visits with specialists and maintaining the big picture of the patient's overall health." Even if you do not have a chronic condition or illness, PCPs know your medical history — and can screen for potential health concerns. OB/GYNs, pediatricians, geriatricians, family medicine physicians and internists are all PCPs. "When a PCP knows a patient's medical history, he or she can recognize when complications occur and provide access to better care," says Usman Zafar, MD, Internist at CHRISTUS Jasper Memorial Family Practice Center – Kirbyville. "PCPs are an excellent resource for preventive health, as well." PRIMARY CONSIDERATIONS When looking for a PCP in your area, consider the following: • experience and qualification of the physician • availability, both during the day and after normal hours • ease of communication with the provider Come early for your first appointment, and bring a list of questions, past medical problems, procedures you've undergone and any medications you are taking. To find a CHRISTUS primary care physician in Jasper, please call 800.439.4540 or visit www.christusjasper.org/doctors. To find a CHRISTUS primary care physician in Beaumont or Mid-County, please call 866.683.3627 or visit www.christushospital.org/doctors. CHRISTUS JASPER MEMORIAL FAMILY PRACTICE CENTERS Looking for a professional, quality experience from your primary care physician? Visit one of the three CHRISTUS Jasper Memorial Family Practice Centers. Jasper Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 7 am–5 pm; Tuesday and Thursday, 7 am–7 pm 1276 S. Peachtree Street Jasper, Texas 75951 409.384.5701 Kirbyville Monday–Friday, 8 am–5 pm 205 E. Lavielle Street Kirbyville, Texas 75956 409.423.2217 Rayburn Monday–Friday, 8 am–5 pm FM 225 Road Sam Rayburn, Texas 75951 490.698.9600 Research shows that if you want lower healthcare costs, have better chronic disease management and better overall healthcare experiences, an appointment with a primary care physician (PCP) is the best way to start. No Substitute for Primary Care