Services offered at MMG-Matthews include:
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Full laboratory
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Diagnostic X-ray
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Primary preventive care
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Internal Medicine diagnosis and treatment
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Minor office procedures (some skin biopsy, joint injections, etc.)
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Please consult with your primary care physician when you need specialty care and we will refer you to an appropriate specialist.
Please consult with your primary physician when you need specialty care and we will refer you to an appropriate specialist. MMG patients depend upon an internist as their primary care provider to handle all aspects of their health - medical, social and psychological. Our patients utilize MMG internists for their most routine medical needs such as physicals, health screenings and treatment of minor illness. Internists understand each patient's unique medical history and know how to detect subtle changes in their patient's health throughout life. If health complications should occur, your internist can refer you to another specialist within MMG whose expertise range from cardiology to oncology to dermatology. Sub-Specialty Services Cardiology/Cardiovascular Disease - Guided by a patient's symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain or irregular heart rhythm, our cardiologists have a variety of tools available to identify the cause of heart-related conditions. In 2002, MMG established a dedicated facility for cardiovascular testing and vascular assessments utilizing state-of-the-art equipment staffed by board-certified cardiologists and cardiovascular technicians. Our cardiologists are able to provide a full range of diagnostic and vascular assessments for our patients. Gastroenterology - Gastroenterologists are medical specialists with extensive training in diseases of the digestive tract. Our specialists focus on the prevention of colon cancer, screening for polyps with colonoscopies, as well as the evaluation and management of gastrointestinal and liver disease. In addition, swallowing disorders, ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gallstones, constipation, diverticulosis, inflammatory bowel disease, and irritable bowel syndrome are conditions that our specialists are trained to diagnose and treat. Oncology/Hematology - An oncologist is an expert in knowing what tests are needed to determine the type, location, and extent of a patient's cancer. Once a diagnosis is determined, the treatment best suited for the type of cancer found will be recommended. Treatments can include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery. Cancer therapy is continually changing with many new anticancer drugs and treatments to provide the best outcomes for our patients. Our hematologists specialize in diseases of the blood, often relating to cancer. Through MMG clinics, our hematologists also participate in hematology studies to further advance treatments of such conditions. Pulmonology - Helping patients with breathing disorders maximize function and improve quality of life is the goal of our pulmonologists. Patients include those with asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, cystic fibrosis, lung cancer and other lung conditions. Endocrinology - An endocrinologist is a specially trained doctor who diagnoses diseases that affect your glands, which are organs that produce hormones. They are trained to recognize and uncover hormone problems to help restore the natural balance of hormones in your system. MMG endocrinologists are specialists who work with patients diagnosed with conditions such as diabetes, osteoporosis, menopause, pancreatic and adrenal gland disorders, and thyroid disease - all conditions that are caused by hormone imbalances. Rheumatology - Our rheumatologists work with patients with arthritis, certain autoimmune diseases including lupus, musculoskeletal pain disorders, tendonitis, osteoporosis and gout. A rheumatologist is an internist with experience in the diagnosis and treatment of arthritis and other diseases of the joints, muscles and bones. Many types of rheumatic diseases are not easily identified in the early stages. Rheumatologists are specially trained to discover the cause of a patient's swelling and pain and then work closely with patients to design an individualized treatment program. Dermatology - Our dermatologists evaluate and treat patients with skin conditions. They are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles, and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other inflammatory skin disorders including rosacea, as well as offering treatments for cosmetic concerns including aging and hair loss. Infectious Disease - MMG offers the expertise of board-certified infectious disease specialists whose work includes treatment of post-operative complications such as pneumonia, urinary tract and wound infections. These specialists can provide insight into tests that will be helpful in diagnosing and understanding the infection and preventing recurrent infections. Infectious disease specialists focus on all kinds of infections, including those caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. Our physicians also specialize in treating patients with infections due to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the cause of AIDS. Sleep Medicine - Our sleep specialists offer help to those suffering from various sleep disorders including sleep apnea, insomnia, restless leg syndrome, narcolepsy and other sleep-related conditions. Each patient will be evaluated to determine the cause of their sleep-related disorder by analyzing their physiological functions during sleep. Diagnostic Procedures and Testing:
MMG has facilities and staff for the provision of the following diagnostic procedures: Sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy and upper GI endoscopy. These services are performed at Carolinas Medical Center. Your primary physician can refer and coordinate scheduling when these procedures are needed. Bronchoscopy, pulmonary function testing, screening for sleep apnea, bone density scan (DEXA) for osteoporosis screening and diagnosis, performed at our Randolph Road office. Cardiovascular diagnostic testing (standard, echo and nuclear treadmill stress test and a full range or testing for vascular disease) performed at MMG Cardiovascular Services office on Brunswick Avenue.
With six locations to serve you, our highly-trained pharmacists work with your physicians to coordinate your prescription needs. We offer a wide selection of dietary supplements, over-the-counter medicines, special medication orders and pediatric medication flavorings. And for your convenience, we offer home delivery.
WIth our pharmacy conveniently located in the same building as your physician, your trip home is made even easier. Ask your physician to send your prescription to CMC Rx and take the hassle out of stopping somewhere else on your way home.
From the healthcare provider you trust, the pharmacy you choose. For more information, please contact the CMC Rx nearest you.
