Family Medicine

Did you know that vitamin D is unlike many other vitamins? In fact, this fat-soluble “vitamin” isn’t a vitamin at all but a hormone. Your body needs vitamin D to survive. It helps with many bodily functions, but its primary job is to help your body absorb calcium to help keep your skeleton healthy and

When you’re feeling unwell or injured, a doctor can diagnose the cause and help you recover. But many people wonder if seeing their provider when they’re feeling fine, such as at an annual physical, is necessary. The simple answer is yes, they’re very necessary. Like the adage says, prevention is the best medicine. Attending annual

Illnesses and accidents rarely hit at convenient times or give you time to plan an appointment in advance. Fortunately, urgent care offers fast, affordable care — usually at a lower cost than emergency room (ER) treatment. When your condition isn’t severe enough to make a trip to the ER but you don’t have time to

If you’re one of the millions of Americans struggling with their weight, you’ve heard that a healthy diet and regular exercise are key to sustained weight loss. But which of these two healthy habits is most important for shedding pounds? At Prima Medicine, we hear this question from many patients at our Fairfax and South Riding, Virginia, offices.

Do you have a loved one struggling with forgetfulness or memory loss? Are you worried their symptoms are a sign of a more serious cognitive condition? If so, you know how difficult memory loss can be — for you and your loved one.  At Prima Medicine in Fairfax and South Riding, Virginia, our compassionate providers

If you’re carrying excess weight, you’re not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly three-quarters of American adults are overweight, and about 43% of those are obese. Unfortunately, being overweight or obese increases your risk of developing many serious health conditions, including multiple forms of heart disease, cancer, liver disease, infertility,

Did you know that arthritis impacts more than 50 million American adults, making it the leading cause of disability in the United States? Joint pain and inflammation, which can make carrying out even simple daily tasks a challenge, characterize this degenerative disease. At Prima Medicine, with offices in Fairfax and South Riding, Virginia, our care

If you’re struggling with a mood disorder, you’re not alone. At least one in five American adults has a diagnosed behavioral health condition, and many more may suffer without an official diagnosis. At Prima Medicine in Fairfax and South Riding, Virginia, our experienced care team offers compassionate guidance on many mental health issues, ensuring you

The new year is just around the corner, making this the perfect time to give yourself the gift of a healthy weight. But, losing extra pounds can be very difficult, especially if you go it alone. In fact, although about half of American adults report trying to lose weight each year, nearly 74% of American