Chronic Disease Management

Regular health screenings and healthy habits can only go so far in preventing chronic illness, especially if you have a genetic predisposition. At Rockland Family Medical Care in Monsey, New York, the team strives to provide the most effective chronic disease management services in the region. To schedule your appointment, call the office or book online today.

What is chronic disease management?

• Chronic disease management is a cornerstone of any primary care practice. Rockland Family Medical Care uses every tool available to improve your well-being and reduce symptoms by creating an ongoing care plan for your chronic illness.
• Chronic diseases are illnesses that last for a year or longer. In fact, they’re often lifelong. Your genetics can be a major risk factor for chronic diseases, and you’re more likely to get a particular chronic disease if you have family members with the same one. Other risk factors are:
  • Smoking and secondhand smoke exposure
  • Excessive drinking
  • Poor diet and nutrition
  • A lack of exercise
• Most chronic diseases do not have a cure, but you can reduce or alleviate many of their symptoms with individualized care. Rockland Family Medical Care tailors your chronic disease management plan to fit your needs. 

Can I benefit from chronic disease management?

• At Rockland Family Medical Care, you can get a care plan for your chronic disease that reduces pain or discomfort, increases your energy, and helps you get better sleep, among other benefits. The team specializes in managing chronic illnesses like:
  • Diabetes
  • Heart disease
  • Hypertension
  • Hyperlipidemia
  • Arthritis
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Alzheimer’s and dementia
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • Chronic kidney disease

While 60% of adults have one chronic disease, an estimated 40% have at least two. If you have co-occurring chronic diseases, Rockland Family Medical Care addresses both or all of them in your chronic disease management plan.

What does chronic disease management involve?

• Managing your chronic disease or diseases requires a multifaceted plan with respect to your specific symptoms and complications. Following an in-depth evaluation, Rockland Family Medical Care helps you manage your chronic disease with:
  • Diet and lifestyle changes: Altering your diet and adopting healthy habits like exercise has a major positive effect on your wellness under any circumstances, especially if you have a chronic disease. Rockland Family Medical Care gives you the tools to cut down on unhealthy habits like smoking or excessive drinking that may be contributing to your disease.
  • Medications: Taking medications is almost always a part of managing a chronic disease. Rockland Family Medical Care takes a conservative approach to prescribing appropriate medications, using generics whenever possible, and tracking your progress during your regular visits as you use them.
  • Assistive devices: Sometimes, assistive devices like pacemakers, walkers, or insulin pumps help with managing chronic diseases or their symptoms.
  • Physical therapy: Physical or occupational therapy can help you stay independent and mobile while living with a chronic disease.
• To find the most cost-effective and high-quality treatments for your chronic illness, call Rockland Family Medical Care or book a chronic disease management consultation online today.