Milmedika

General medicine is the foundation of primary care, providing diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. It includes routine check-ups, laboratory diagnostics, minor surgical procedures, and overall health monitoring for patients of all ages.

Family medicine is a specialized branch of general medicine that focuses on long-term patient care and family health, with an emphasis on preventing and managing chronic diseases.

At Milmedika, our experienced team of doctors provides comprehensive primary healthcare, tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

General medicine – the foundation of primary care

General medicine covers primary diagnostics, treatment, and urgent medical care for common health conditions, including:

Diagnosis and treatment of common illnesses, such as:

• Fever
• Respiratory and gastrointestinal infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Allergic reactions

Minor surgical procedures, including:

• Wound care and dressing changes
• Suture removal
• Small surgical interventions under local anesthesia

General practitioner check-ups, including:

• Medical history review and physical examination
• Blood pressure, pulse, and oxygen level measurement
• Lifestyle counseling and disease prevention advice

Fast laboratory diagnostics for efficient diagnosis and treatment planning.

Referrals to specialists when additional tests or treatments are needed.

As the first step in the healthcare system, general medicine ensures quick, efficient, and professional medical care for every patient.

Family medicine – lifelong care for you and your family

Family medicine focuses on long-term health management for individuals and families, providing a comprehensive approach that includes:

• Health promotion – encouraging healthy lifestyle habits, proper nutrition, and physical activity.
• Disease prevention – screening and reducing the risk of diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and cancer.
• Diagnosis and management of acute and chronic conditions – continuous monitoring and treatment adjustments.
• Rehabilitation support – assisting patients in recovery after serious illnesses or surgeries to improve their quality of life.

Chronic disease management

Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)

• Regular blood sugar monitoring (weekly or monthly, depending on the patient’s condition).
• HbA1c testing every 3 to 6 months.
• Lipid profile every 3, 6, or 12 months, based on individual needs.
• Annual eye exam by an ophthalmologist.
• Kidney function assessment (eGFR) once a year.
• Blood pressure monitoring and lifestyle counseling.
• Specialist consultations (neurology, cardiology, nephrology, vascular surgery) as needed.

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

• Monthly blood pressure checks and heart auscultation.
• Dietary and lifestyle counseling.
• ECG every 6 months.
• Annual eye exam (fundoscopy).
• Yearly lab tests (CBC, glucose, kidney function, liver enzymes, cholesterol, triglycerides, uric acid, potassium, eGFR, urinalysis).

Heart failure

• Monthly blood pressure, heart, and lung checks, with ECG.
• Blood tests every 6 months.
• Annual chest X-ray and abdominal ultrasound.
• Echocardiogram as recommended by a cardiologist.
• Routine cardiology follow-ups every 4–6 months.
• Flu vaccination recommended for all heart failure patients.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

• Monitoring overall health and frequency of flare-ups.
• Annual spirometry testing.
• Flu vaccination recommended.

Thyroid disorders

• TSH and FT4 monitoring every 3 months (or 6 months if stable).
• Thyroid ultrasound every 6–12 months, depending on the patient’s condition.
• Referrals to endocrinologists, endocrine surgeons, or nuclear medicine specialists as needed.

Home visits – medical care in the comfort of your home

Home visits are available for patients who are too ill or physically unable to visit the clinic.

• Home visits are arranged for patients with acute illnesses who cannot travel.
• They are especially beneficial for elderly, immobile, or chronically ill patients, ensuring they receive necessary medical care at home.

Family medicine goes beyond treating illnesses—it focuses on comprehensive patient care and long-term health management with a personalized approach and continuous medical support.

At Milmedika, general and family medicine services provide complete primary healthcare, with a strong emphasis on prevention, early diagnosis, and timely treatment. Our dedicated medical team ensures personalized care and modern treatment methods to support the health and well-being of every patient.