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Monday 7:30am - 4pm Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm Thursday 7:30am - 4pm Friday 8am - 12:30am

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Patient Centered Care

"Partnering with adults to optimize current and future health." Established in Wilmington October 2007 We are a Primary Care medical practice.

We accept MOST private insurances (BCBSNC (include Blue Value), United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna to name a few) we are in network with all Medicaid plans & Medicare and have very reasonable self pay prices.

03/11/2026

Blood in your stool? Don’t ignore it. Get evaluated.
Blood in the stool can be an early warning sign of colon cancer. It may appear as bright red blood or dark, tar-colored stool, and sometimes the bleeding is not visible but detected on screening tests.
While blood in the stool can have other causes, it should never be ignored. If you notice this symptom, seek medical evaluation promptly.

03/09/2026

Turning 45? It’s time to talk about colon cancer screening.
Colorectal cancer often starts with polyps that can be removed early. Most colorectal cancers start as small growths called polyps in the colon or re**um. Polyps often cause no symptoms, but over time some can slowly turn into cancer.
The good news is that screening tests like colonoscopy can find and remove polyps before they become cancer, making colorectal cancer one of the most preventable cancers.

03/08/2026

Colon cancer is preventable and treatable when caught early. Screening saves lives.
Know the Possible Symptoms
While early cancer may not cause symptoms, warning signs may include:
• Blood in stool
• Persistent changes in bowel habits
• Unexplained weight loss
• Abdominal pain or cramping
• Fatigue
Do not ignore changes in your body—early evaluation can save your life.
Colon cancer is preventable, detectable, and treatable when found early. Screening is one of the most powerful tools we have to protect your health.

02/21/2026

When a Cold Is More Than a Cold
Most colds are viral and get better with time, rest, and fluids.
But not everything that starts like a cold should be ignored.

If symptoms linger, worsen, or keep coming back, it’s time to get checked.

Red flags include:
• Fever that doesn’t improve
• Shortness of breath or chest tightness
• Severe fatigue or weakness
• Sinus pain, ear pain, or persistent cough
• Symptoms lasting longer than 7–10 days

Antibiotics aren’t always the answer—but evaluation is.
The goal is the right treatment, not just a prescription.

And don’t underestimate the basics.
Rest is still medicine.
Pushing through illness only delays recovery.

Primary care helps sort out what’s normal, what’s not, and what needs treatment.

02/19/2026

Sleep Is Not Optional

Sleep isn’t a luxury.
It’s a health requirement.

When sleep is poor or inconsistent, the body responds—every time.
Blood pressure rises.
Blood sugar creeps up.
Weight becomes harder to manage.
Mood, focus, and immunity take a hit.

You can’t out-supplement or out-caffeinate bad sleep.

Start with consistency.
Go to bed and wake up at the same time—even on weekends.
Protect your sleep the same way you protect appointments and work obligations.

Your body keeps score.
What you skip at night shows up in your labs, your energy, and your long-term health.

Sleep is preventive medicine.

02/17/2026

WINTER REALITY CHECK

Winter Takes a Toll and affects more than just the temperature.

Shorter days, less sunlight, disrupted routines, and ongoing stress can lead to:
• Low energy
• Poor sleep
• Low mood or irritability
• Brain fog
• Increased aches or illness

Many people tell themselves, “It’s just the season—I’ll push through.”
But when something feels off and lingers, it deserves attention, don’t brush it off.

Primary care is the right place to start.

02/14/2026

You Deserve Care Too > You take care of everyone else.

Don’t put yourself last.
Somewhere along the way, your health gets pushed to the bottom of the list.

Don’t put yourself last.

Ignoring symptoms doesn’t make them disappear.
Skipping appointments doesn’t save time in the long run.
Waiting “until things calm down” usually means waiting too long.

Your health matters—today and long-term.
Not just so you can keep going, but so you can keep going well.

Preventive care isn’t selfish.
It’s responsible.

Show up for yourself the same way you show up for everyone else.
Your health matters—today and long-term.

02/12/2026

Valentine’s Angle> Loving Yourself Is Preventive Care

Self-love isn’t just candles and bubble baths.
It’s:
✔ Keeping appointments
✔ Taking medications
✔ Setting boundaries
✔ Asking for help

That’s real care.

02/10/2026

LOVE, STRESS & MENTAL HEALTH
The heart isn’t just physical

Stress Affects Your Heart

Chronic stress raises blood pressure, blood sugar, and inflammation.
That’s not opinion—it’s physiology.
Mental health IS heart health.
Ignoring stress doesn’t make it go away.

Chronic stress harms heart health by raising blood pressure, inflammation, cholesterol, and promoting unhealthy habits (like poor diet, smoking) through stress hormones (cortisol, adrenaline), increasing risk for heart attack, stroke, and irregular rhythms, though short-term stress is a normal response.

Managing stress with exercise, hobbies, mindfulness, social connection, and good sleep is crucial for cardiovascular well-being.

02/07/2026

Small Changes Save Hearts

You don’t need perfection.
You need consistency.
Walking more.
Eating real food.
Taking meds as prescribed.
Showing up for appointments.
That’s how heart health is built.

Address

5917 Oleander Drive Suite 202
Wilmington, NC
28403

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 4pm
Thursday	7:30am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 12:30am

Telephone

+19107996262

Website

http://patientcareofwilmington.com/

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