At Primary & Alternative Medical Center in Silver Spring, Maryland, we believe healthcare should fit your busy life.
Dr. Jean Welsh provides comprehensive family medicine to keep you healthy without unnecessary stress. Through our telemedicine services, you can consult with us from the comfort of your home.
Virtual care is an effective way to manage many common health concerns. A 2024 study in JAMA Network Open found that starting with telemedicine reduced repeat visits within 30 days by 23%.
While virtual care is convenient, safety remains our top priority. If you have warning signs that require a physical exam, we will guide you to the right level of care.
Here are five common illnesses we can easily evaluate and treat during a virtual visit.
UTIs cause painful burning, frequent urination, and intense urgency to use the restroom. Because these symptoms are predictable, we can often diagnose them without a physical exam.
In a 2023 study in PLOS ONE of adult women, 89.7% of those who followed up reported their symptoms resolved within seven days.
We can review your symptoms virtually and send a prescription for antibiotics to your local Silver Spring pharmacy. If you experience high-risk symptoms like a fever or severe back pain, we will direct you to in-person care.
Sinus infections bring facial pressure, congestion, and nasal discharge. Most of these infections are viral, meaning antibiotics will not help.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services guidelines state that clinicians should withhold antibiotics unless symptoms persist without improvement for at least 10 days.
During a virtual consultation, we will help you manage your symptoms with evidence-based care. We focus on holistic wellness to help you recover.
If you’re experiencing sneezing, itchy eyes, or a runny nose, seasonal allergies are often the reason. Managing allergies is an ongoing process that requires adjusting your daily routine and medications.
We can evaluate your allergy symptoms online and recommend the right combination of antihistamines or nasal sprays. Our team helps you find relief so you can enjoy the outdoors again.
Mild respiratory symptoms like a cough, sore throat, or low-grade fever can make you feel miserable. Staying home prevents you from spreading contagious germs to others in a physical waiting room.
We offer virtual evaluations to assess your symptoms and recommend supportive therapies. If you need a flu shot or COVID-19 services later, we can coordinate those for you.
Nausea, mild cramping, and diarrhea are common signs of a temporary digestive issue. Most mild stomach bugs resolve with rest and hydration.
We can discuss your symptoms virtually to ensure you are hydrating safely. If you need ongoing care, we also offer specialized gastrointestinal services at our office.
Virtual care makes it easier than ever to get the medical attention you need. Our team at Primary & Alternative Medical Center is here to support your health journey. Ready to consult with us from home? Please contact our team to schedule your virtual visit today.
