Your primary care physician (PCP) is your partner in health. Beyond just routine care, treating illness, managing chronic conditions, and serves as your advocate within the health care system.
Your primary care physician generally provides you with most of your medical care unless you require specialized treatment for a health problem, at which time they will offer a referral and help coordinate and explain your treatment options.
Your relationship with your PCP should continue throughout your life. At UPMC in Central Pa., we are committed to the medical home model of expanded care. This model emphasizes a team approach and encourages the patient to become an active partner in his or her health.
Typically, your primary care providers will be identified as family practice, internal medicine, or pediatric doctors. In some practices, you may have the option of having your care delivered by a nurse practitioner or a physician's assistant.
Need more information?
Many of our providers offer video visits. Call 717-231-8900 or schedule via your patient portal.
When it comes to health care for you and your family, UPMC is here. It's easy to find the right doctor, health screenings, programs, classes, and more.
Contact UPMC in central Pa.Your health information, right at your fingertips. Select MyUPMC to access your UPMC health information. For patients of UPMC-affiliated doctors in Central Pa, select UPMC Central Pa Portal. Patients of UPMC Cole should select the UPMC Cole Connect Patient Portal.
The portal for all UPMC patients EXCEPT those in Central Pa.
The portal for UPMC patients in Central Pa.
The portal for UPMC Cole patients receiving inpatient care.
