Disease Prevention and Screening

Chronic diseases affect almost half of all Americans. At Holistic Health and Psychiatry in Arlington, Texas, board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner Peter Formusoh, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, and the skilled team provide highly effective disease prevention and screening that help keep you healthy by detecting potential concerns before they cause complications. Schedule an evaluation at Holistic Health and Psychiatry by phone or request one online today.

What is disease prevention and screening?

Disease prevention and screening at Holistic Health and Psychiatry are services that help detect and prevent chronic diseases and mental health disorders before complications arise. The skilled mental health and family medicine specialists take a holistic, preventive approach to chronic disease management.

Which conditions does disease prevention and screening address?

Holistic Health and Psychiatry helps prevent or detect the following conditions and more:

• Diabetes
• Cancer
• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)
• Heart disease
• Arthritis
• Osteoporosis
• Asthma and allergies
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Depression and anxiety
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Mood disorders
• Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Schizophrenia 
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Insomnia
• Chronic pain

It’s common to have more than one ongoing physical or mental health concern. Risk factors include a family history of diseases, carrying excess weight, stress, poor nutrition, lack of exercise, and poor-quality sleep.

What can I expect during disease prevention and screening?

Disease prevention and screening at Holistic Health and Psychiatry begins by weighing you, calculating your body mass index (BMI), and checking your pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs.

The Holistic Health and Psychiatry experts also discuss your medical history, symptoms, and lifestyle. They ask about your personal and family history of diseases, medications, diet, exercise habits, and more.

You might need blood work, a heart function test, and additional diagnostic tests to screen for common chronic diseases. Your Holistic Health and Psychiatry specialist also completes a psychiatric evaluation, discussing your emotions, mood, and behaviors to determine if you suffer from a mental health disorder.

Holistic Health and Psychiatry offers the following disease prevention and management solutions:

• Medically supervised weight loss
• Diabetes, nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle education
• Cancer counseling
• Health education and counseling
• Chronic disease management 
• Medication management
• Psychotherapy
• Ongoing support and monitoring
• Specialist referrals

Your provider tailors a plan that matches your needs and provides ongoing support to ensure top-notch wellness and an exceptional quality of life. They could refer you to another specialist if you have a complex medical condition.

Schedule disease prevention and screening at Holistic Health and Psychiatry by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today.