How To Find The Best Primary Care Doctor For You (podcast)
A primary care doctor specializes in your overall medical history

Dr. Vivian Tran, Internal Medicine, Scripps Clinic
A primary care doctor specializes in your overall medical history
Hundreds of millions of people visit their primary care doctor every year. Aside from providing routine preventive care, primary care physicians — considered the quarterbacks of medicine — are your first line of defense when you’re sick or hurt.
Developing a strong relationship with a doctor through regular visits helps them see the whole picture. They’ll know your medical history better than anyone. So, how do you find a primary care doctor who’s right for your needs?
In this episode of San Diego Heath, host Susan Taylor and guest Vivian Tran, MD, an internal medicine physician at Scripps Clinic Mission Valley, discuss what to look for when choosing a primary care physician, such as office location and hours, languages spoken, gender, and care philosophy; what type of doctor to choose; what to do to prepare for your first visit; and how important it is to establish a relationship with your primary care doctor.
It’s fine to shop around for a doctor. The most important thing is finding someone you’re comfortable with.