Physician House Calls Offer a Surprising Range of Treatments

Even without a physical office, Dr. Michael Farzam of House Call Doctor Los Angeles offers comparable treatments to urgent care facilities

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May 27, 2014, 08:51 ET

LOS ANGELES, May 27, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Physician house calls are making a huge comeback, particularly in Los Angeles where not having to travel is a particular premium. In addition to home visits, sick patients are also enlisting these physicians for their telemedicine and office and hotel doctor services. What many are surprised to learn, however, is that physicians like board-certified internist Dr. Michael Farzam of House Call Doctor Los Angeles offers an impressive collection of treatments, tests, and other necessities to living a healthy, happy life.

For many people, the thought of a medical house call will evoke thoughts of preventative or check-up care. Yet, Dr. Farzam's services extend far beyond this reputation. He offers practically any service that patients could find at an urgent care facility. This includes aggressive treatment for the most common ailments, such as sore throat, headaches, flus, colds, allergies, and much more. Furthermore, Dr. Farzam offers the following services which many might not have believed could be provided in their own homes:

Stomach concerns, including abdominal pain, digestive problems, nausea, food poisoning, or gastritis,
Evaluations of injuries for shoulder, elbow, hand, hip, knee, ankle, foot, and anywhere else on the body
Helpful tests like X-rays, EKG, ultrasound, blood work, holter and arrhythmia monitoring and IV antibiotics
Immunizations and vaccines, including flu shot, tuberculosis and skin testing
Kidney infections and stones, STD evaluation and treatment

In the rare occasion when Dr. Farzam and his team at House Call Doctor Los Angeles aren't able to perform a specific type of treatment on the spot, patients need not worry. That's because House Call Doctor Los Angeles is a well-regarded firm for consultations and referrals for specialists. Dr. Farzam is affiliated with specialists he trusts to perform needed tests like spirometry, MRIs, and CAT scans and he's also well-connected to specialists who offer services of his purview, including opthamologists, podiatrists, dentists, psychiatrists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, and much more. No matter what a patient's ailment may be, Dr. Farzam is committed to helping put each individual in touch with the ideal specialist for their needs.

In the vast majority of cases, though, the talented physicians of House Call Doctor Los Angeles can capably get you the treatment you need, either immediately or through a referral. While Dr. Farzam provides healthcare for nearly any situation that's not an emergency, the expert internist reminds his patients that in the event that an emergency occurs, immediately contact emergency services by calling 911. Best of all, each treatment is performed in the comfort of your own home, office, or hotel room. Dr. Farzam also offers consultations and follow-ups over the phone or through telemedicine through Skype or other interactive video software. Learn more by going to www.housecalldoctorla.com or by calling 310-849-7991 for 24/7 care.

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