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GlossaryPrimary Care Physicians (PCPs)

medical doctors who provide first-contact and ongoing patient care

Primary Care Physicians (PCPs) are medical doctors who serve as the first point of contact for patients seeking healthcare. They provide comprehensive care, including preventive services, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses, and coordination of specialist care. PCPs often build long-term relationships with patients, managing overall health and guiding them through the healthcare system.

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research Can Online Medical Education Improve Management of Challenging Cases of Onychomycosis?

April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Online medical education helps doctors make better clinical decisions and increases their knowledge in treating fungal nail infections.

Attitudes and Practices of Dermatologists and Primary Care Physicians Who Treat Patients for Male Pattern Hair Loss: Results of a Survey

research Attitudes and Practices of Dermatologists and Primary Care Physicians Who Treat Patients for Male Pattern Hair Loss: Results of a Survey

4 citations, December 2009 in “Current Medical Research and Opinion”

Dermatologists are more comfortable and proactive in treating male pattern hair loss than primary care physicians.

research Using 5 Alpha Reductase Inhibitors Safely: What Primary Care Physicians Need to Know

November 2024 in “Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care”

5 alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual, cognitive, and muscle side effects, and may slightly increase aggressive cancer risk.

research An Affirming Approach to Caring for Transgender and Gender-Diverse Youth

October 2023 in “Paediatrics & child health”

The document advises health care providers on how to support transgender and gender-diverse youth with appropriate care and referrals.

research Effects of an Online Educational Curriculum on Knowledge and Competence in Managing Onychomycosis

April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Online medical education helps doctors better understand and treat nail fungus.

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community Female Hair Loss, Is there anything else I should be doing?

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A 20-year old female experiencing hair loss, who has had normal blood tests and is currently using minoxidil as recommended by her doctor. She is asking if there are any other treatments she should consider.

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in Female 27 upvotes 4 years ago

A 26 year old female dealing with hair loss who is considering treatments such as Spiro, minoxidil and finasteride. Other potential solutions mentioned are PRP treatment, a wig, and bio-identical estrogen combined with bica.