Frequently Asked Questions

What services can a Nurse Practitioner perform?

• Diagnose and treat episodic medical problems.
• Diagnose, treat, and monitor chronic diseases such as Diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure.
• Order and interpret diagnostic blood tests, x-rays and other studies.
• Provide routine health maintenance care.
• Promote positive health behaviors and self-care skills through education and counseling.
• Prescribe medications and other treatments.
• Refer to specialists and co-ordinate future care.

Why chose Agnes Oblas, Nurse Practitioner instead of a physician as your primary care provider (PCP)?

• I am able to provide more individualized care to a patient.
• I spend more time with a patient to facilitate more complete understanding of health problems, medications and other aspects of health and illness.
• I provide answers to all questions and concerns.
• I emphasize attaining and maintaining wellness.
• I maintain continuity and follow-up after a patient leaves the office.
• I am able to provide same-day appointments.
• I provide reasonable rates for patients paying out-of-pocket.
• I put YOU, the patient, first!