Primary Care

Primary Care focuses on protecting your health before problems become more serious. ThriveWell Health and Wellness, PLLC, offers primary care in Washington, North Carolina, with in-person and telehealth visits for patients at every stage of life. Stephanie Mills Wynn, FNP-C, combines modern medicine with a wellness-centered approach to help patients stay current on annual physicals, well-child visits, immunizations, and important health screenings. To schedule primary care, call ThriveWell Health and Wellness, PLLC, or book an appointment online today.

Why is primary care important?

Primary care provides a clear picture of your health over time. Regular visits make it easier to spot changes early, when conditions respond better to lifestyle changes, medication, or closer monitoring.

Many health concerns, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and Type 2 diabetes, don’t always cause obvious symptoms at first. Primary care helps identify these concerns before they increase your risk of heart disease, kidney problems, nerve damage, or other complications.

Stephanie uses primary visits to review your overall health, check for early warning signs of disease, and help you make informed choices about your well-being.

What happens during a primary care visit?

During a primary care visit, Stephanie reviews your medical history, medications, family history, lifestyle, and any health concerns you want to discuss. She also checks key vital signs, including your blood pressure, heart rate, weight, and lung sounds.

Visits typically include:

• Physical exams
• Lab testing
• Immunization reviews
• Medication reviews
• Age-appropriate screenings
• Nutrition and lifestyle guidance
• Referrals when needed

Stephanie uses this information to create a practical care plan that supports your current health and long-term wellness.

How does primary care support children and families?

Primary care helps children grow and develop safely. During well-child visits, Stephanie checks growth, development, immunization status, and common childhood health concerns. In addition, these visits give parents time to ask questions about:

• Sleep
• Nutrition
• Behavior
• School concerns
• Physical activity
• Overall development

Stephanie works with families to support each child’s health in a clear, personal, and manageable way.

Which primary care screenings might I need?

Stephanie recommends screenings based on your age, sex, personal health history, family history, and current symptoms. Common screenings include blood pressure checks, cholesterol testing, diabetes screening, and routine lab work.

Some patients may need additional screenings for:

• Breast or prostate cancer
• Cervical cancer
• Colorectal cancer
• Thyroid disease
• Anemia
• Vitamin deficiencies

Stephanie explains which tests are appropriate for you.

How often should I schedule primary care?

Most adults benefit from an annual preventive visit, even when they feel healthy. Children need well-child visits on a schedule that supports growth, development, and vaccine timing.

Stephanie may recommend more frequent visits if you have chronic conditions, abnormal lab results, a strong family history of disease, or health goals that need closer support.

Call ThriveWell Health and Wellness, PLLC, or book an appointment online today to schedule a primary care checkup.