Prism Health North Texas\u2019s Dr. Saleh Musleh, DO explains the importance of primary care. <\/p>\n
\u201cThe start of a new year is a natural reset,\u201d Dr. Musleh says. \u201cIt\u2019s the perfect time to check in on your health, catch up on preventive care, and talk through your goals and concerns with a provider who knows you.\u201d<\/p>\n
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With more than a decade of experience in primary care, and eight years practicing hospital medicine at Baylor Scott & White Health, Dr. Musleh brings deep clinical expertise and a passion for long-term, relationship-based care to his patients across Dallas.<\/p>\n
Why Primary Care Matters\u00a0<\/p>\n
After years in hospital medicine treating acute conditions, Dr. Musleh says he was drawn to primary care for a simple reason: continuity.<\/p>\n
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\u201cIn primary care, you get to see progress,\u201d he explained. \u201cYou build a relationship. You help prevent problems before they become emergencies.\u201d<\/p>\n
At the start of the year, that prevention can include screenings, immunizations, medication reviews, and conversations about lifestyle habits. Those early check-ins often reduce the time, stress, and cost associated with urgent care or emergency room visits later on.<\/p>\n
For patients who haven\u2019t seen a provider in years, Dr. Musleh offers reassurance. \u201cYou aren\u2019t alone, and it\u2019s never too late to start. We meet patients where they are and move forward together.\u201d<\/p>\n
Whole-Person, Whole-Family Care<\/p>\n
At Prism Health North Texas, \u201cwhole person, whole family care\u201d is more than a phrase, it\u2019s a practice. Providers consider physical health, mental health, family responsibilities, and everyday stressors that affect well-being.<\/p>\n
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The Worth Street Health Center offers on-site laboratory and pharmacy services, allowing patients to see their provider, complete testing, and fill prescriptions all in one visit. Care is available for all ages from children to seniors,which makes it easier for families to coordinate appointments under one roof.<\/p>\n
For added convenience, telehealth appointments are available, and medications can usually be shipped directly to patients\u2019 homes. Pharmacy staff also work closely with patients to explain prescriptions and identify cost-saving options.<\/p>\n
Inclusive Care, Close to Home<\/p>\n
Dr. Musleh is especially committed to serving the LGBTQ+ community through affirming and inclusive care. \u201cEveryone deserves to feel respected and understood in their healthcare experience,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Healthcare policies and coverage options can shift from year to year, but Prism Health North Texas helps patients navigate those changes. The organization accepts private insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, and offers care on a sliding fee scale based on income for those without insurance.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur financial navigators are here to answer all your questions,\u201d Dr. Musleh confirms.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Your First Appointment Could Change the Year<\/p>\n