Laurena D. Richardson, PA-C
Ashland, OR 97520
Providence Primary Care - Ashland
1661 Highway 99 North, Suite 100, Ashland, OR 97520
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About Laurena D. Richardson
“It’s immensely fulfilling to be able to help people through their medical issues,” says Laurena. With a specialized focus on internal medicine and geriatrics, she collaborates with our primary care team to support patients and to help meet their immediate care needs.
In her work with patients, Laurena emphasizes shared decision-making. “The most successful care plan is usually one that a patient has actively participated in,” she says. “I want patients to understand their options and to know that there’s always time for discussion, questions and clarification. When they leave our visits, my hope is that they feel well informed and empowered to make decisions.”
Laurena studied biochemistry and psychology at the University of Colorado Boulder before completing a Master of Science degree at the University of Maryland in Baltimore. She earned her physician assistant certificate at Anne Arundel Community College in Arnold, Md.
In her free time, Laurena enjoys hiking, knitting, spinning, baking and reading. She’s always open to recommendations for the next good hike or book.
University of Maryland
2019

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This was the first time I had seen Lourena. She was well informed, compassionate, and helped me with tips for a chronic disease
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As always Lorena was attentive and well informed. I felt well served
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Very good experience. Easy to understand answers to my questions.
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I'm very fortunate to have a competent, caring physician and PA. The entire staff has always treated me with kindness, respect and competence.
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Great as always
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Perfection always
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My case has been very complicated and difficult to diagnose. Laurena has persevered in her search of finding specialists in order to help me.
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The best care I could ask for.
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Quite impressed with NP Laurena. She's not only very personable, but really listens and provides useful feedback. She worked out an action plan to address my concern. She made a great impression. Thank you :)
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Good time spend.
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Felt heard and respected. Compassionate care provider. Very knowledgeable and competent.
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Larena Richardson. Is a very skilled and wonderful provider.
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I'm always well taken care of when I meet with a provider from Providence. I'm grateful for the care and expertise that is available to me. God bless your good work.
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All employees were very helpful and knowledgeable
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She is very conscientious and extremely empathetic.
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It was the first time I had ever seen this provider and she was wonderful-very respectful and compassionate. She gave me good care and information on how to handle my injury at home.
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My care was delivered with compassion and understanding. I am grateful to be a patient in this excellent practice.
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As usual, all my expectations were met, and I am grateful for Providence's excellence service.
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Lauren's is so helpful, thorough and knowledgeable. I always appreciate her care and kindness and expertise
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I have never had a bad experience with this practice
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She was very helpful in providing a referral to a specialist I needed to see.
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Always very good!
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Always listens. Very personal.
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Lorena is knowledgeable, very kind and considerate, and really proficient at taking these skin biopsy samples
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Excellent care
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Laurena is an outstanding provider. She listens carefully and considers what you say and offers possible solutions to the issues one is facing. I have a very complicated medical history with tons of loose ends that would frustrate many. Laurena seems unphased by the difficulty.
Providence Patient
Lorena is an excellent NP. She is very knowledgeable and compassionate, and is a good diagnostician. I am grateful she has helped me multiple times.
Providence Patient
This was my first encounter with Laurena and I appreciated how present She was and we covered everything that was pertinent for this virtual appointment. She seemed to understand everything and was quite helpful.
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Good always
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Beyond very good
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Laurena knows my medical history well. I had recently been in the hospital and this was a follow-up about that. Laurena was up to date on the details of that hospitalization and recommended treatment. We talked about my concerns regarding coordination of care and use of medications.She made some changes based on my concerns. Laurena listened to all my concerns and addressed them one by one. She gave me all the time that I needed. This was a very good appointment and I appreciate Laurena's care.
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Always good
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I can't remember that I ever spent 2 hours in a doctor's office and received this much care. It was really nice.
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She was very good at explaining the problem that I had and to take care of what she was capable of and direct me to twoOther doctors for further testing.
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Very attentive and respectful.
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Excellent and experienced care with concern, dignity and respectand my appt was scheduled for the next day I called with my concern.
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She was very kind and compassionate and really cared about my problem and helping me to feel better.
Providence Patient
Loerna has always listened to me and was open to anything I had to offer about my health issues.
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Laurena Richardson is the PA who works with my PCP. She is always very professional & seems very knowledgeable. I feel very confident about her abilities when I see her in lieu of my PCP.
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All good
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Ms Richardson is empathetic and very informative and professional .
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My visit with Laurena Davidson was very positive and helpful. I had been dealing with a chronic cough and other issues but no one seemed particularly concerned until I saw Laurena. She looked at my chart before I came to my appointment and researched the best way to treat me. The antibiotic she prescribed got rid of both my UTI and my ear infection, and the cough medication helped me sleep at night. This was huge, after being sick for over a month, but what was more important to me was that Laurena cared enough to take the time before and during my appointment to help me. Before this, I was ready to change providers, but I will stay with this practice now.
Providence Patient
Laurena spent an hour scraping a callus with a scalpel from the bottom of my toe. Very patient and dedicated.
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Very thorough and answered all questions. Did not act rushed during appt.
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PA Laurena Richardson was very impressive. Extremely knowledgeable, professional yet down to earth and just a really nice informative person. Really appreciated getting in to see her when I needed to. Thank you Ms Richardson
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Laurena is always well informed and very thorough.
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Laurena is absolutely wonderful. Knowledge + care + respect for patient decision-making + warm demeanor. An exemplary medical practitioner. Glad to have met her and happy to consult her again. This was for an acute, important injury so having the perfect medical practitioner really mattered. She needed the people skills as well as the medical knowledge.
Providence Patient
The entire team along with myself work very well together.
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Very good care. Thank you!
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A very polite, patient, kind and knowledgeable Lady , with real concern for her patient.
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Really liked my P A. The first time we met. Spent lots of time with me.. Super impressed.
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Laurene the PA was very knowledgeable and explained the condition I developed very wellShe calledxmexthe next day to ask if there was any improvement in my condition
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Always have had good care at this Ashland Office.
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The care has been timely and excellent from all providers at this location.
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Laurena was caring and knowledgeable. I felt as if I were in good hands.
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Great bedside manner and really took the time to listen to all my concerns
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Lorena was very thorough
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Ii had an excellent experience, clearing my ears from wax to restore hearing. It was a visit for a specific purpose.
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There aren't enough doctors in the Rogue Valley so getting an appt takes a long time. Fortunately, the PAs are EXCELLENT.
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Lorena listens well and is willing to find answers she may not know
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Always good care
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The medical team is always professional, cordial, thorough, well Informed/knowledgeable, caring/attentive/concerned, , patient, and helpful.
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Great Experience!
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Very caring
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PA Laurena took time to talk about any issues I had.
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Just feel extremely lucky to be fortunate enough to have such an outstanding health care team
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Laurena was excellent. She listened and then explained what she thought might be going on is a very easy and thorough manner. I so appreciated all the time she gave me to sort out my issue and find a remedy. She was kind and so very helpful.
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Laurena Richardson is an excellent PA!
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Care is always exceptional. I feel heard and valued as a patient.
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Lorena is the best
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My doctor and his PA (who are the only two I have seen as a new patient) seem exceptionally affable, cordial, professional, knowledgeable and compassionate. I am an elderly individual with multiple medical conditions and have undergone a myriad of tests, exams, procedures, surgical operations and hospital in-patient/out-patient visits spanning many years. I am a 3 1/2-year GIST patient and have had a TIA.
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I found Laurena Richardson very interested in what I had to say, very concerned about what I was there for. Her exam was very thorough. I enjoyed our visit very much!
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Very professional, understanding and easy to talk with.
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I am very pleased with the care I received.
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Lauren's Richardson is the best PA I have ever gone to for care. She is excellent!
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Very knowledgeable and took time with me
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Always pleasant an comfortable experience
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She seemed very caring & wanted to be helpful
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Thank you for your excellent care
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Always positive
Providence Patient
Lorena (PA) listened to me and seemed to care about me. Talking about my health and my problems with her gave me some hope for the first time. She was thoughtful, warm and quite wonderful. I really needed that after a difficult, quite horrible couple of years.
Providence Patient
Lauren D. Richardson was exceptional. I had severely impacted wax in both ears and she was diligent and steady in her focus on removing the impacted wax. It took exceptional skill, patience, and care and the result was excellent. I could and can hear clearly in both ears. Thank you for your outstanding care.
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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
- Back Injury
- Back Muscle Injury
- Back Muscle Pain
- Back Pain
- Bedbugs
- Behavioral Disorders
- Bereavement
- Bilateral Knee Pain
- Birth Control Counseling
- Birthmark
- Bleeding Hemorrhoids
- Blister
- Blood In Stool
- Blurred Vision
- Breast Discharge
- Breast Lump
- Bright Red Blood Per Rectum
- Bronchitis
- Bruising
- Burns
- Camp Physicals
- Cancer Prevention
- Cancer Screening
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Celiac Disease
- Cellulitis
- Cerumen Removal
- Chest Pain
- Chlamydia
- Choking Sensation
- Cholesterol Disorders
- Cholesterol Management
- Chronic Abdominal Pain
- Chronic Cough
- Chronic Diarrhea
- Chronic Disease Management
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (Cfs)
- Chronic Migraines
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Pain
- Claudication
- Cold Intolerance
- Cold Sore
- College Health
- Common Cold
- Concussion
- Concussion Testing
- Conduct Disorder
- Confusion
- 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
- 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
- Eye Infections
- Eye Pain
- Eye Strain
- Face Swelling
- Facial Nerve Palsy And Paresis
- Facial Pain
- Facial Tingling
- Falls
- Family History Of Cancer
- Family History Of Heart Disease
- Fasciculations
- Fatigue
- Fecal Incontinence
- Feeding Problems
- Fever
- Fever With Chills
- Finger Pain
- First Degree Burns
- 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
- Genital Herpes, Female
- Genital Herpes, Male
- Genital Warts
- Gluten Sensitivity
- Gout
- Grave's Disease
- Grief
- Groin Mass
- Groin Pain
- Hand Injury
- Hand Pain
- Head Congestion
- Headache
- Health Maintenance
- Hearing Loss
- Heart Disease
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Racing
- Heat Intolerance
- Heel Pain
- Hematochezia
- Hematuria
- Hemoptysis
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis A Vaccination
- Hepatitis B Vaccination
- Hernia
- Herpes
- Herpes Zoster
- Herpetic Whitlow
- Hip Pain
- Hirsutism
- Hoarseness
- Human Papilloma Virus (Hpv) Vaccination
- Hyperglycemia
- Hypertension
- 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
- Joint Sprain
- Joint Stiffness
- Joint Swelling
- Joint Warmth
- Keloid
- Keratin Cyst
- Keratitis
- Keratosis Pilaris
- Knee Click
- Knee Injury
- Knee Pain
- Labyrinthitis
- Lactose Intolerance
- Laryngitis
- Lateral Epicondylitis
- Leg Numbness
- Leg Pain
- Leg Weakness
- Lethargy
- Lice
- Lifestyle Modification
- Lipomas
- Lower Back Pain
- Lump In Throat
- Lyme Disease
- Lymphadenopathy
- Malaise And Fatigue
- Measles Vaccination
- Medial Epicondylitis
- Memory Disorders
- Meningitis Vaccination
- Mens Health
- Migraine
- Mmr Vaccine
- Mood Symptoms
- Motion Sickness
- Mouth Bleeding
- Mouth Pain
- Mouth Ulcer
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Strain
- 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
- Nightmares
- Nipple Discharge
- Noisy Breathing
- Norovirus
- Nose Pain
- Numbness
- Nutrition And Health
- Nutritional Counseling
- Obesity
- Odynophagia
- Optic Migraines
- Orthopnea
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Otalgia
- Otitis
- Overweight
- Palpitations
- Panic Reaction
- Paresthesia
- Paronychia
- Patellofemoral Syndrome
- Penile Bleeding
- Penile Discharge
- Performance Anxiety
- Persistent Cough
- Pertussis
- Pharyngitis
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pleurisy
- Pleuritic Pain
- Pneumonia
- Pneumonia Vaccination
- Poison Ivy
- Poison Oak
- Polypharmacy
- Positional Vertigo
- Post Nasal Drip
- Prediabetes
- Preventive Medicine
- Problems With Smell And Taste
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Examination
- Prostate Specific Antigen Blood Test
- Pruritus
- Pulmonary Infections
- Pyelonephritis
- Rash
- Rectal Bleeding
- Rectal Pain
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- Rhinitis
- Rosacea
- Scab
- Scabies
- Scaly Skin
- School Anxiety
- Sciatica
- Scratchy Voice
- Scrotal Pain
- Seasonal Allergies
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Secondary Enuresis
- Sensitive Skin
- Severe Asthma
- Sexually Transmitted Disease (Std)
- Shin Splints
- Shingles Vaccination
- Shortness Of Breath (Sob)
- Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Sprain
- Shoulder Strain
- 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 Cancer
- 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
Very caring, listened to issued and very helpful explaining.
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