John A. Yates, MD
Portland, OR 97213
Providence Primary Care - Glisan
5330 Northeast Glisan Street, Suite 100, Portland, OR 97213
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About John A. Yates
At the end of his search for a meaningful career, Dr. Yates found what he was looking for in family medicine. “Being a guide, support person and educator as patients improve their health feels wonderful and rewarding,” he says.
As part of his non-judgmental approach to encouraging positive health changes, says Dr. Yates, “I provide resources for those who are ready to make changes, and information and motivation for those who aren’t.” No matter what health concern brings you in, he adds, “I hope you feel welcomed, comfortable and heard.”
A graduate of Linfield College, Dr. Yates attended medical school at Oregon Health & Science University. He completed his internship and residency at Providence Milwaukie Family Medicine, and is board certified in family medicine.
At 6 feet 8 inches tall, Dr. Yates has never played basketball, but he does collect sneakers and likes to wear them to work. Originally from Montana, he lives in Northeast Portland with his wife, who works as an emergency nurse.
Oregon Health & Science University
ResidencyProvidence Milwaukie Family Medicine Residency Program
- American Board of Family Medicine, Family Medicine

Providence Medical Group - Oregon
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Dr Yates was very collaborative working with my Naturopath Doctor in helping me with my V VS. I am very grateful for his openness
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He was great.
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Everything has been great! Thank you for everything
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Great Team. Thanks
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Very attentive and clear explanation. Easy to talk to.
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This was my initial visit with Dr. Yates as my new PCP. He was easy to talk with and was knowledgeable about my medical history.
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Doc. Yates Is A Fantastic. Doctor.
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Dr yates is a very concerning person he cares about his patients health. Nice respectful young man. He ask questions concerning his patients health how I'm doing and dealing with my backpain. I would recommend him percent.
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This appointment was my new patient appointment. There was a lot to go over and it was very thorough.
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1st time seeing Dr. Yates.
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Dr Yates is a top-notch provider.
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Dr. Yates works well with my Care Group to provide care when needed. The care group is very supportive and helpful.
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I'm 72 years old, And in all My years I have never had such a Great Doctor and his Crew, DR Yates is as good as it gets!! My Wife is currently becoming a Patient of Dr. Yates Also!!
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Dr. Yates has been right on point with all my concerns and treatments...
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Dr Yates is a great Dr.. I referred him to a friendd who also sees him now too!
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Excellent!
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All Good !
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Dr. Yates is an extremely excellent communicator. I am comfortable talking with him and understand the advice and all information he shares with me. I know I am receiving the best care possible from him and his staff. He makes a huge difference in my life every day. I understand exactly what I can do to have the best health possible. It is very empowering having him for as my primary doctor.
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I always feel respected and understood and feel I understand my Dr.'s instructions as well.
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My care team is really very good.
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Felt heard and felt thar information given by Dr. Yates was very clear & helpful. I have trust in this provider that he is helping me & advocating for me as a patient to the best of his ability.
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Dr. Yates is a good listener and respects my decision making regarding test timing and preferences. Previous questions about whether anyone contacted me about health goals, etc in the last three months were answered no, but were also not relevant. During my wellness visit these questions were posed and answered together. I am a little disappointed that this visit originally scheduled for early November was rescheduled twice. I am less disappointed that it needed to be rescheduled because life and illnesses happen, but I wish it could have been rescheduled much sooner than February. Otherwise, I have been very happy with the care and experience provided by Dr. Yates and the Glisan Clinic.
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I am very happy with Dr. Yates and the others I have dealt with. THEY NEED MORE HELP. Hard to get an appointment when needing it.
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Excellent care! Never a bad experience!
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Thank you keep up the good job
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Dr. Yates has been the best PCP I have ever had. He listens and address everything and involves me in the decision making about what the next steps should be. He educates me as well as discusses things that are hard to talk about. He is kind, caring, and compassionate. He makes me feel welcome and that I am not being judged.
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Dr. Yates is always up to date on my health issues, which is astounding considering the number of patients he must have.
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This was n onboarding appointment and first meeting. I enjoyed the visit and felt that I was being listened to.
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He was courteous, very attentive
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VERY GOOD EXPERIENCE
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Dr Yates is very thorough, responds appropriately to questions, refers to specialists when there are specific needs. Easy to understand, and doesn't rush.
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Dr. Yates was helpful and diligent. I appreciate that he made sure to prescribe me the appropriate antibiotics considering my medical history. They are working
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Dr. Yates was extremely helpful. He listened to my concerns, was very personable, and instilled me with the confidence that my concerns were being heard. I told my husband that he should start seeing Dr. Yates!
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Dr. Yates listens to my questions and addresses my concerns respectfully,informatively, and has never been dismissive. He is also my husband's physician which makes it very helpful as our health issues affect each other's general well being. I have found him to be very understanding and compassionate in his care for the both of us. I truly feel it his goal to help us lead the healthiest lives possible given our current individual health challenges.
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I was very stressed when you GP retired in 2022. I had been seeing him for twenty years and knew how difficult it is to get a good GP. I'm very fortunate and grateful that Dr Yates is my GP and look forward to another twenty year relationship.
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Dr Yates is always concerned with my health
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Dr. Yates is the best doctor I've ever had.
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Very Good experience with my provider, about current concerns and being proactive to avoid future risks.
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I am very happy with providence and the care I have received !
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I had a great wellness visit with Dr. Yates, a very bright young man. He asked into my various medical issues, and explained things well. He and I share a common interest in cycling (I rode over 625 miles since early April.) I was pleased that he thought I am doing so good with my diet and exercise, in spite of a complex medical history. I am fortunate to have a good relationship with all my providers, but Dr. Yates is definitely the most personable.
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Dr. Yates is fantastic. I feel very comfortable asking any questions, and he understands the medical care needs for aging patients.
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John Yates is. Absolutely the best. PCI have ever. Had. Blessed I am
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Dr. Yates is knowledgeable listens carefully to me and gives explanations and good advice. You've got a great doctor there hang onto him.
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Dr. Yates is an excellent caregiver. Very concerned about my health and explains everything thoroughly. I would recommend him to anyone.
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Dr Yates is a very well informed Dr! He has always looked after my health and any questions I may have! He's the BEST!
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Very compassionate to my concerns and patience with me as Senior.
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Punctual. Helpful. Thorough
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This was a visit to a newly assigned PCP so some of questions didn't exactly apply. My visit was very positive and I am looking forward to working with Dr. Yates.
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I'm thrilled with my new doctor.
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I was very satisfied with Dr. Yates. I felt heard and taken seriously about my concerns for my baby's health. My baby was very well cared for by Dr. Yates.
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Because I am old, I have been often been treated like a toddler. Not so with Dr. Yates. He always treats me as an adult. Great doctor.
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Great thanks and have a great day.
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Needed more time with doctor. I felt rushed.
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Away s patient, helpful and pleasant
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Dr. Yates is an excellent clinician: thorough and good listener. His questions and the time he takes show how much he is invested in the well-being of his patients.
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Dr Yates was friendly and clear in his explanations.
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Dr. Yates is a physician I would highly recommend for his listening skills, overall concern for my good health and accessibility.
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Dr. Yates is a very good doctor. Very good at listening and addressing any concerns I have.
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Based on the good experiences I have had with Dr. Yates, two of my family members now have Dr. Yates as their primary. Dr. Yates is thorough, thoughtful, and encouraging. I am very pleased with the healthcare, advice and encouragement I receive from him.
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I felt Dr. Yates was a good listener.
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This was an initial meeting to set up Dr Yates as my new PCP. We moved from Hillsboro to Portland, so prior PCP was harder to get to. Dr Yates was congenial, had all the medical records handy, and reviewed everything with me. The discussion was thorough and covered all of my questions. Multiple tests were ordered. One thing that could be changed is that MyChart shows the medical tests ordered, and all say something to the effect of "to be administered as directed by the doctor's office", but I did not get specific instructions as to what prep is required for each test - e.g., fasting, etc.
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Dr. Yates was very caring and very informed. I have been impressed with all of the doctors I have seen in the Providence group.
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Dr Yates was very thorough in our interaction, my first with him, asking questions, answering my questions, and giving me guidance as to my health concerns. It was a very pleasant experience. He took his time and It went smoothly. Give credit too to the nurse who first saw me.
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Dr Yates and cardiologists cannot seem to find why my condition and abilities have not improved post triple bypass to conditions in the year or two before surgery. Same symptoms now as pre-surgery; breathlessness and increased pulse. Seems to me surgery should have improved my situation.
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My Doctor shows great pasion and empathy to my health needs and would recommend him to any other new clients looking for a Primary care physician.
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DR. Yates. Top. Drawer. As his. Nurses. Blessed to have. Them looking after me. Amen
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Dr. Yates made me feel valued and I feel he is looking out for my best interest.
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Dr. Yates sized up the problem very quickly and recommended steps to take to heal the large cut, with skin displacement on my arm. I followed his instructions and the wound has healed as he indicated it would.
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Dr. Yates is an excellent doctor, IMO.
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This is only my second visit with Dr. Yates, as my previous PCP has moved on to different endeavors. Considering that, I felt he was pretty up to date on my health issues and double checked everything to make sure he had a grasp of the current situation. I was very pleased with how the visit went.
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Dr. Yates has been always attentive and professional. He is knowledgeable and patient.
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Excellent communication and interest in my health and health regimen.
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Always good ones
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Seems like a good provider who is willing to listen adn collaborate on my health promotion plans. Second time seeing him
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I was stressed that my previous GP was retiring after our 22 years of working together. I don't think I could have found a better new GP than Dr Yates. He listens to my concerns and kindly, with empathy, discusses my mental and physical health.
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Dr. Yates is an excellent provider I would recommend him to anyone
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Very friendly and very professional
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Dr. Yates is a fantastic PCP to both me and my husband. I would recommend him to anyone.
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Lover . Dr. Yeats A very excellent Doc It's a joy to see him an his Staff
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Great first visit to my new primary care doctor. Thanks
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Dr. Yates is an outstanding provider. I have seen him at two clinics now, and he definitely cares about his patients.
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This PCP has always been good at listening to my issues, and providing support and treatment
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I've only had the one regular check-up visit with my doctor, but so far I feel really comfortable going back to him for my future needs.
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Dr. Yates is a great listener and explains medical conditions, procedures, and tests extremely well. He also calls for further evaluation and testing from other specialists. He manages a great medical team that is very attentive and proactive.
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Good
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The care provider was awesome the parking was not good.
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I'm satisfied with the care
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Dr. Yates took the time to learn about my medical. I am upset it took 6 months for me to have my first visit with my general practitioner.
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Dr John Yates is a most Outstanding Doctor!
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Yates Is knowledgeable and skilled listens carefully, dr John Yates obviously cares very much for his patients
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Excellent care, always asks good questions and follows through with advice to help me reach my health goals.
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Excellence service
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He Is a good Doctor and he make sure you're well taken care of.
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I havehad wonderful care in the last four months for heart issues and a serious back injury which led me to spend four nights in the hospital. The care has been spectacularly good.
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None so far still satisfied at the moment keep it up the quality service we've receiving thanks
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Clinical Interests
- Abdominal Cramps
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Bowel Movement
- Abnormal Stool
- Abnormal Weight Loss
- Abrasion
- Acne
- Actinic Cheilitis
- Acute Arthritis
- Acute Back Pain
- Aging
- Alcohol Dependency
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergic Wheezing
- Allergies
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Anal Itching
- Anal Pain
- Anemia
- Angular Cheilitis
- Animal Bite
- Ankle Injury
- Ankle Instability
- Anorexia
- Anxiety
- Aphthous Ulcers
- Arm Pain
- Arm Weakness
- Arthralgia
- Asthma
- B12 Deficiency Anemia
- B12 Shots
- Back Injury
- Back Muscle Injury
- Back Muscle Pain
- Back Pain
- Back Spasm
- Bedbugs
- Behavioral Disorders
- Bereavement
- Bilateral Knee Pain
- Birth Control Counseling
- Birthmark
- Bleeding During Intercourse
- Bleeding Hemorrhoids
- Blister
- Blood In Stool
- Blurred Vision
- Breast Discharge
- Breast Examination
- Breast Lump
- Bright Red Blood Per Rectum
- Bronchitis
- Bruising
- Burns
- Camp Physicals
- Celiac Disease
- Cellulitis
- Cerumen Removal
- Chest Pain
- Chest Pain On Breathing
- Chlamydia
- Choking Sensation
- Cholesterol Disorders
- Cholesterol Management
- Chronic Abdominal Pain
- Chronic Cough
- Chronic Diarrhea
- Chronic Disease Management
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (Cfs)
- Chronic Kidney Disease (Ckd)
- Chronic Migraines
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Pain
- Claudication
- Cold Intolerance
- Cold Sore
- College Health
- Common Cold
- Concussion
- Concussion Testing
- Conduct Disorder
- Confusion
- Congenital Ear Deformity
- Conjunctivitis
- Constant Nausea
- Constipation
- Contact Dermatitis
- Coping Skills
- Cough
- Cradle Cap
- Cystitis
- Daytime Sleepiness
- Decrease In Appetite
- Decreased Libido
- Dehydration
- Dementia
- Depressed Mood
- Depression
- Dermatophytosis
- Developmental Assessment
- Diabetes Counseling
- Diabetes Education
- Diabetes Management
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetes Therapy
- Diarrhea
- Diet And Exercise
- Diet And Nutrition
- Diplopia
- Disability Evaluation
- Disorder Of Balance
- Distractible
- Diverticulitis
- Dizziness
- Drug Reaction
- Dry Nose
- Dry Scalp
- Dry Sinus
- Dry Skin
- Dyshidrosis
- Dysmenorrhea
- Dyspepsia
- Dysphagia
- Dysphoria
- Dyspnea On Exertion
- Dysuria
- Ear Discharge
- Ear Drainage
- Ear Exam
- Ear Infections
- Ear Pressure
- Earache
- Eating Disorders
- Eczema
- Elbow Pain
- Elbow Sprain
- Emphysema
- Employee Health
- Enlarged Prostate
- Environmental Allergies
- Epicondylitis
- Epigastric Pain
- Epistaxis
- Erectile Disorder
- Eructation
- Erythema
- Executive Physical Examinations
- Eye Infections
- Eye Pain
- Eye Strain
- Face Swelling
- Facial Nerve Palsy And Paresis
- Facial Pain
- Facial Tingling
- Falls
- Family Planning
- Fasciculations
- Fatigue
- Fecal Incontinence
- Feeding Problems
- Fever
- Fever With Chills
- Fibrocystic Breast Changes
- Fibromyalgia
- Finger Pain
- First Degree Burns
- Fitness For Duty Evaluations
- Flatulence
- Floaters
- Flu Shot Vaccination
- Folliculitis
- Food Allergy
- Food Poisoning
- Foot Injury
- Foot Pain
- Frailty
- Frequency Of Urination
- Frequent Urinary Tract Infections
- Gastric Ulcer
- Gastroenteritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
- General Well Visit
- Genital Herpes, Female
- Genital Herpes, Male
- Genital Warts
- Gluten Allergy
- Gluten Intolerance
- Gluten Sensitivity
- Gout
- Grave's Disease
- Grief
- Groin Mass
- Groin Pain
- Gum Infection
- Gynecological Exam
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- Hand Pain
- Head Congestion
- Headache
- Health Maintenance
- Hearing Loss
- Heart Disease
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Racing
- Heat Illness
- Heat Intolerance
- Heel Pain
- Hematochezia
- Hematuria
- Hemoptysis
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis
- Hepatitis A Vaccination
- Hepatitis B Vaccination
- Hernia
- Herpes
- Herpes Zoster
- Herpetic Whitlow
- Hip Pain
- Hirsutism
- Hoarseness
- Hot Flashes
- Human Bites
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus (Hiv)
- Human Papilloma Virus (Hpv)
- Human Papilloma Virus (Hpv) Vaccination
- Hyperglycemia
- Hypertension
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Impacted Cerumen
- Impetigo
- Infectious Mononucleosis
- Influenza
- Ingrown Hair
- Ingrown Nail
- Insect Allergy
- Insulin Resistance
- Intention Tremor
- Interstitial Cystitis
- Intertrigo
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Irregular Menstruation
- Irritability
- Itchy Ear
- Jaundice
- Jaw Pain
- Joint Sprain
- Joint Stiffness
- Joint Swelling
- Joint Warmth
- Keloid
- Keratin Cyst
- Keratitis
- Keratosis Pilaris
- Knee Click
- Knee Injury
- Knee Pain
- Labyrinthitis
- Laceration
- Lactose Intolerance
- Laryngitis
- Lateral Epicondylitis
- Lazy Eye
- Leg Numbness
- Leg Pain
- Leg Weakness
- Lethargy
- Lgbtq+ Health
- Lice
- Lifestyle Modification
- Lipomas
- Lower Back Pain
- Lump In Throat
- Lyme Disease
- Lymphadenopathy
- Malaise And Fatigue
- Mastodynia
- Measles Vaccination
- Medial Epicondylitis
- Memory Disorders
- Meningitis Vaccination
- Menopause
- Mens Health
- Migraine
- Migraine Treatment
- Minor Injury
- Missed Periods
- Mmr Vaccine
- Mood Symptoms
- Motion Sickness
- Mouth Bleeding
- Mouth Pain
- Mouth Ulcer
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Strain
- Muscle Tears
- Muscle Weakness
- Musculoskeletal Pain
- Myalgia
- Nail Disease
- Nasal Congestion
- Nasal Obstruction
- Nausea
- Neck Muscle Injury
- Neck Pain
- Neck Sprain
- Neonatal Acne
- Nevus
- Newborn Care
- Newborn Feeding Problems
- Night Sweats
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- Noisy Breathing
- Norovirus
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- Numbness
- Nutrition And Health
- Nutritional Counseling
- Obesity
- Odynophagia
- Optic Migraines
- Orthopnea
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- Osteopenia
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- Otalgia
- Otitis
- Overweight
- Pain Management
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- Pap Smear
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- Paronychia
- Patellofemoral Syndrome
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- Performance Anxiety
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- Pleurisy
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- Post Nasal Drip
- Postcoital Bleeding
- Prediabetes
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- Problems With Smell And Taste
- Prostate Cancer Screening
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- Psychomotor Agitation
- Pulmonary Infections
- Pyelonephritis
- Rash
- Rectal Bleeding
- Rectal Pain
- Reproductive Health / Oral Contraception
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- Retained Tampon
- Rhinitis
- Rosacea
- Scab
- Scabies
- Scaly Skin
- School Anxiety
- School Physical
- Sciatica
- Scratchy Voice
- Scrotal Pain
- Seasonal Allergies
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Secondary Enuresis
- Sensitive Skin
- Severe Asthma
- Sexual Health
- Sexually Transmitted Disease (Std)
- Shin Splints
- Shingles Vaccination
- Shortness Of Breath (Sob)
- Shoulder Injury
- Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Sprain
- Shoulder Strain
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sinus Pain
- Sinus Pressure
- Sinusitis
- Skin Abscess
- Skin Cancer Screening
- Skin Disease
- Skin Tag
- Skin Tag Removal
- Sleep Disorders
- Sleep Terrors
- Slowing Of Urinary Stream
- Smoker Cough
- Snoring
- Sore Throat
- Spider Bite
- Splinter Removal
- Sports Physical Exam
- Sports Related Concussion Testing
- Sprain
- Sputum Production
- Staphylococcus Infections
- Stomach Cramps
- Stomach Pain
- Stool Changes
- Straining On Urination
- Strep Throat
- Stress Incontinence
- Stridor
- Stye
- Substance Addiction
- Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
- Suicidal Ideation
- Sunburn
- Suture Removal
- Swallowing Problem
- Syncope
- Tachycardia
- Teething
- Tension Headache
- Testicular Pain
- Throat Tightness
- Thumb Dislocation
- Thyroid Disorder
- Tick Borne Infections
- Tinea Capitis
- Tinea Corporis
- Tinea Cruris
- Tinea Pedis
- Tingling
- Tinnitus
- Tobacco Use Cessation
- Tongue Pain
- Tongue Swelling
- Tracheobronchitis
- Travel Medicine
- Traveler's Diarrhea
- Tremor
- Tuberculosis (Tb) Test
- Twitching
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Unsteady Gait
- Upper Back Pain
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Urethral Discharge
- Urge Incontinence
- Urinary Hesitation
- Urinary Retention
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Urinary Urgency
- Urticaria
- Vaccinations
- Varicella
- Varicella Vaccination
- Vasovagal Syncope
- Vertigo
- Viral Conjunctivitis
- Virtual Care
- Visual Discomfort
- Visual Disturbance
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Vitamin Deficiency
- Voice Problems
- Vomiting
- Warts
- Weakness
- Weight Loss
- Weight Problem
- Well Child Exam
- Wellness
- Wheezing
- Wrist Pain
- Wrist Sprain
I am pleased with the care provided!
Providence Patient