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At Balance Medical, primary care focuses on women’s health and everyday medical needs. We take time to listen, understand what’s going on overall, and help you make sense of next steps without rushing or oversimplifying things.
What Primary Care Looks Like at Balance Medical
Primary care at Balance Medical supports your day-to-day health as well as long-term wellness.
Some visits are routine. Others focus on new symptoms, ongoing conditions, or changes that come with different life stages. No matter the reason for your visit, care is unrushed and conversations are clear.
Because primary care often overlaps with gynecology, mental health, and weight care, services are coordinated so you’re not bouncing between providers trying to connect the dots.
Care for Everyday Health and Ongoing Conditions
Primary care is where many health concerns are first evaluated and managed.
We regularly help patients with:
- Annual exams and preventive care
- Management of chronic conditions like blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, asthma, and PCOS
- Acute concerns such as infections, rashes, UTIs, or feeling unwell
- Skin cancer screenings and skin checks
- Menopause and perimenopause symptoms
The goal is to address concerns early when possible and provide steady support when something needs ongoing care.
Preventive Care and Screenings
Preventive visits are more than a checklist. They’re a chance to talk about how you’re feeling and what might need attention.
These visits may include routine exams, vaccinations, screenings, and conversations about changes you’ve noticed or risks you want to understand better. Catching things early often makes care simpler and less stressful.
Care That Fits With the Rest of Your Health
Because Balance Medical is built around women’s health, primary care often works closely with other services you may already be using here.
That means:
- Menopause symptoms are addressed with context
- Weight concerns are discussed thoughtfully
- Mental health screening is part of overall care
- Referrals and next steps are coordinated when needed
You’re not left managing separate pieces of care on your own.
Who This Care Is For
Primary care at Balance Medical may be a good fit if you are:
- Looking for a women-focused primary care provider
- Managing ongoing health conditions
- Navigating menopause or other life changes
- Needing routine exams, screenings, or acute visits
- Wanting care that works alongside your gynecology and women’s health care
If you’re unsure where to start, we can help you figure that out.
Scheduling and Next Steps
If you’re looking for a primary care provider or want to talk through whether Bal Med Primary Care is right for you, we’re happy to help.
Contact us at Balance Medical to schedule a primary care visit or ask about next steps.
Dr. Rhonda Schafer-McLean is a board-certified OB/GYN with more than 15 years of experience caring for women throughout North Dakota. As the founder of Balance Medical and Bal Med Skin, she combines advanced medical expertise with a genuine, down-to-earth approach. Whether she’s performing surgery or helping someone feel more confident in their skin, Dr. Rhonda believes every woman deserves care that’s personal, approachable, and tailored to her life.
