Penny-Lane L. Makabenta, PAC
Brea, CA 92821
- Mission Heritage Medical Group and Affiliated Physicians
- St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group and Affiliated Physicians
- St. Jude Heritage Medical Group and Affiliated Physicians
St. Jude Heritage Brea - Primary Care Suite 200
955 West Imperial Highway, Suite 200, Brea, CA 92821
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About Penny-Lane L. Makabenta
Family Medicine,,
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Physician Assistant
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Even though I was just there for a blood pressure check, Penny took the time to look at all my current symptoms and undiagnosed issues. She did not just isolate my BP.
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Penny Makabenta was running late which is the reason I had to wait so long.
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The provider is great.
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Penny Lane is excellent. Very good at communication. Wonderful.
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It's easiest to have a vertical visit if there's nothing I NEED to see the dr for but it's difficult to connect to zoom often.
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Penny is an excellent listener with a caring approach.
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Always courteous, professional, made to feel very respected, comfortable.
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Penny called me after hours to check on me and discuss results of tests. Excellent care.
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She asked lots of questions to establish the cause of my injury. She ordered an x-ray immediately so I could start my treatment soon.
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This was a follow up appointment from Urgent Care. I'm very happy with the care and friendly environment .
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I was able yo take care of my needs a was treated with courtesy by all.
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Exceptional
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Doctor Makabenta is great! She is thorough and she cares. She takes time to listen and understand. She is also very friendly!
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I really like Penny. She is nice, cheerful, knowledgeable, respectful, and understanding. I never feel rushed!!
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She wrote me a prescription, but during the same visit the pharmacy called and asked to change the prescription so insurance can cover it. She never changed it. I left a message w her staff and wrote her an email. It has been 1.5 weeks since in initial prescription was written and she still has not re-written it despite 3 separante attempts to contact her about this one this prescription
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The health care team good.
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Always utmost concern for my health issues.
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I am hard of hearing. Penny lowered the pitch of her voice in order so that I could better hear her. I really appreciate her concern and desire to make things better for me.
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Very good
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Penny is superb and on top of her game when it comes to my medical needs . Professional and patient. She's a great part of St Jude Providence
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Penny was concerned for the welfare of what is needed for me.
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My appointment started 1 hour after the scheduled time. Provider did not even apologize for the wait nor did anyone tell me that the provider is running behind. Her assistant noticed that I was visibly annoyed and finally apologized. Appointment also felt extremely rushed.
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Penny was very professional and nice
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Excellent care provider
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Everyone in the office is real nice and helpful
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She met all my healthcare needs
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Penny took extra time and care with me. She was very thorough and kind.
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Always courteous, easy to talk too. Respectful, and listens to my questions and concerns.
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Penny went the extra mile for my appointment st Jude has always been excellent to me!
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Always very thorough and explains things in an easy to understand manner. Thank you Penny!
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Really good doctor answers all my questions all staff really nice people
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Penny was excellent but she is NOT my doctor. I do not remember the last time I saw Dr. Mires. Penny made arrangements for me to see other doctors who may be able to help me with my other health issues she can not, which I'm greatly appreciated.
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As usual, happy with the whole
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All good
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The provider was wonderful
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Penny was knowledgeable, thorough and made me feel very comfortable during my visit.
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I love seeing Penny. She is thorough and makes me feel like she cares.
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This visit was the best yet.
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Provider refused to order a test for celiac wheat allergy. She ordered other blood work, so it would have been very easy to add this test. My symptoms fit wheat allergy. I would have felt better if I knew for sure if wheat is an issue. I am avoiding because I can't bare the pain and constant illness. Provided said after ultrasound I should follow up with a gastroenterologist. I assume that Dr may be able to order the test. I will have to eat wheat again to ensure a correct result. It is not an expensive test and I think it should have been done during the height of a flare up. I think it may have even avoided the expensive ultrasound test.
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Penny is very efficient
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Keep up the good job
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Waited 1 hr to see provider. I asked for additional blood work and provider did not order and nothing was solved. Provider asked if I was there because I could not get in to see my PCP and I said yes. She seemed annoyed. This was my first visit after changing PCPs due to the fact I could never see my prior PCP for a year there was always a 6 month or more wait. I do not feel seen or heard as a patient. Every issue I've ever had my weight is mentioned. I am more than my weight and deserve to be seen and heard.
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Everything was great
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Excellent service and caring.
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Care is good as we fine the best way to handle and stop the high pain of this sciatica.
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Penny Macabenta was excellent!!!!!
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Enjoyed seeing Dr. PENNY. She really listened to me and understood my concerns.
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Excellent service
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Penny is easy to talk to never fill rush always explaining if needed.
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Penny Makabenta was wonderful. She was very concerned, took time to review my recent history (visits to urgent care), and lab results. She was very thorough and showed incredible professionalism. Penny Is a 10. My rating of "5" on the previous question relates to the care I've been receiving from my PCP in the same office.
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PA Penny Makabenta takes time to listen and process what the patient relates along with her own clinical findings. She is professional and compassionate.
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I always receive great support and care when going St. Jude's. Staff and Dr. Were kind and courteous. Dr. Penny the few times that I have seen her Is very thorough and personable. I am thankful for the work and support of the team.
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I really really liked Penny Makabenta. She was very thorough and was very concerned about my issues. Took time with me to hear all of my concerns.
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Scheduling when I am sick is nearly impossible to get in to see Dr. Mires. A little easier to see Penny Makabenta, but usually have to go to urgent care.Both are very helpful and thorough when I can get Im to see them.
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As noted in previous comment it applies here as well:Dr. Shah and Penny PA are both great medical professionals. They always provide great care to their patients. I unfortunately have several medical conditions that require ongoing care, so I know both of them and staff very well. This allows me to provide accurate feedback about the care received at this office. I highly recommend them, as I have done with family and friends. Many have been to Dr. Shah and were very happy with the care they received.
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I was informed that Paxlovid is not FDA approved by this provider. When asked, the provider clarified it was approved for emergency use. I did not further explore this with the provider, as I was seeking treatment for Covid on a Friday.
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First call was confusing because they said I had a different provider than listed but I called again and got an appointment next day
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Outstanding care. I felt very relieved after this appt. Appreciated having a follow up appointment to check how I am doing.
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Always a good experience. They double check my Rx I take and what meds I am allergic to. Always concerned about my health and well-being.
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My care taker showed her concerned about my condition and forward up with serval phone calls.
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Great service ! I love seeing these providers that care and care for my concerns
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I really appreciate the responsiveness of Penny and the staff. She listened to me and knew exactly which tests to order ASAP in order to evaluate my condition.
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Penny Makabenta is very professional and caring. It's always great to spend time with her.
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Able to get appointment same day with PA Penny, since I was concerned about possibly having a kidney infection or kidney stones due to Persistent pain and lower right back. Penny did a thorough exam and ordered urine test and culture.
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A positive experience
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Good Doctors
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Took time to explain in detail.
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It was very happy and confortable
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Penny Makabenta is an Outstanding Clinician! I am Always Thrilled to see her!
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It was a wonderful experience with Penny as usual.
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Penny is always there when we can't get in to see Doctor Mires. We appreciate her taking us in short notice.
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P Makabenta was a good listener and provided answers to all my questions and concerns
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I requested Penny's help because I was in a hurry to begin Paxlovid. She came through for me quickly and likely lessened the impact of COVID on my health. The reason I asked for her is that she discovered another health condition which I was able to tackle in early stages. Thank you, Penny! I would also like to thank Dr. Marlene Mires, who has taken excellent care of me over the years. <3
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Things were great
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This was very helpful
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Dr. Penny was very calm, kind and thorough when she saw me. I am so appreciative.
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Penny always provides excellent care. She is thorough and I never feel like she is rushing through my visit. She allows me to ask questions and answers things completely. If I was able, I would choose her as my PCP.
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My provider, listen to my concerns and answered my questions
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Provider is very thorough and took my concerns seriously.
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Penny was great. She called me bs k as she said she would giving me information to base my mind.
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I'm very satisfied with the care I receive - never have any problems, am always seen as soon as possible and treated respectfully
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Dr Penny was very through with me during my visit, I would highly recommend her to other people.
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Penny is the best! She is just as competent as the doctors. It is so difficult getting an appointment with a doctor, I am glad Penny is a quicker option.
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Cared for in a professional and caring manner.
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Was thorough
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I had a wonderful experience always every one is nice
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Great video appointment
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Very through with my concerns about my upcoming breast cancer surgery.
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Ms. Makabenta was very attentive and concerned about the big picture of my health.
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Thank you for your time with me.
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Dr. Penny scheduled me for a follow up which I appreciate her trying to ease my concerns.
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Very happy with my visit
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All good
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She is very good
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Always good
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Penny went above and beyond as a provider. It was late and she made sure xray would stay and get me in.
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I don't think I've ever had a doctor or PA spend so much time with me. I felt heard and cared for;)
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Everything was good. Highly respect the PA provider!
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Doctor was very respectful and helpful
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Penny was very professional and friendly.
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Very satisfied with my care from this whole group!
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PA Penny M was very thorough, listened to every word I had to say and was very respectful. I appreciated her professionalism and attentiveness to me.
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Great care at this facility.
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Dr. Penny is a very good doctor! She tried to find the problem right the way. I am happy to see her.
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First time visit because my PCP retired who was at Yorba Linda site. I liked Penny. She was very nice and thorough.
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Good
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Clinical Interests
- Abdominal Cramps
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Bowel Movement
- Abnormal Stool
- Abnormal Weight Loss
- Abrasion
- Acne
- Actinic Cheilitis
- Acute Arthritis
- Acute Back Pain
- Aging
- Alcohol Dependency
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergic Wheezing
- Allergies
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Anal Itching
- Anal Pain
- Anemia
- Angular Cheilitis
- Animal Bite
- Ankle Injury
- Ankle Instability
- Anorexia
- Anxiety
- Aphthous Ulcers
- Arm Pain
- Arm Weakness
- Arthralgia
- Asthma
- B12 Deficiency Anemia
- B12 Shots
- Back Injury
- Back Muscle Injury
- Back Muscle Pain
- Back Pain
- Back Spasm
- Bedbugs
- Behavioral Disorders
- Bereavement
- Bilateral Knee Pain
- Birth Control Counseling
- Birthmark
- Bleeding During Intercourse
- Bleeding Hemorrhoids
- Blister
- Blood In Stool
- Blurred Vision
- Breast Cancer Screening
- Breast Discharge
- Breast Examination
- Breast Lump
- Bright Red Blood Per Rectum
- Bronchitis
- Bruising
- Burns
- Camp Physicals
- Cancer Prevention
- Cancer Screening
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Celiac Disease
- Cellulitis
- Cerumen Removal
- Chest Pain
- Chest Pain On Breathing
- Chlamydia
- Choking Sensation
- Cholesterol Disorders
- Cholesterol Management
- Chronic Abdominal Pain
- Chronic Cough
- Chronic Diarrhea
- Chronic Disease Management
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (Cfs)
- Chronic Kidney Disease (Ckd)
- Chronic Migraines
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Pain
- Claudication
- Cold Intolerance
- Cold Sore
- College Health
- Common Cold
- Concussion
- Concussion Testing
- Conduct Disorder
- Confusion
- Congenital Ear Deformity
- Conjunctivitis
- Constant Nausea
- Constipation
- Contact Dermatitis
- Coping Skills
- Cough
- Cradle Cap
- Cystitis
- Daytime Sleepiness
- Decrease In Appetite
- Decreased Libido
- Dehydration
- Dementia
- Depressed Mood
- Depression
- Dermatophytosis
- Developmental Assessment
- Diabetes Counseling
- Diabetes Education
- Diabetes Management
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetes Therapy
- Diarrhea
- Diet And Exercise
- Diet And Nutrition
- Diplopia
- Disability Evaluation
- Disorder Of Balance
- Distractible
- Diverticulitis
- Dizziness
- Drug Reaction
- Dry Nose
- Dry Scalp
- Dry Sinus
- Dry Skin
- Dyshidrosis
- Dysmenorrhea
- Dyspepsia
- Dysphagia
- Dysphoria
- Dyspnea On Exertion
- Dysuria
- Ear Discharge
- Ear Drainage
- Ear Exam
- Ear Infections
- Ear Pressure
- Earache
- Eating Disorders
- Eczema
- Elbow Pain
- Elbow Sprain
- Emphysema
- Employee Health
- Enlarged Prostate
- Environmental Allergies
- Epicondylitis
- Epigastric Pain
- Epilepsy
- Epistaxis
- Erectile Disorder
- Eructation
- Erythema
- Executive Physical Examinations
- Eye Infections
- Eye Pain
- Eye Strain
- Face Swelling
- Facial Nerve Palsy And Paresis
- Facial Pain
- Facial Tingling
- Falls
- Family History Of Breast Cancer
- Family History Of Cancer
- Family History Of Heart Disease
- Family Planning
- Fasciculations
- Fatigue
- Fecal Incontinence
- Feeding Problems
- Fever
- Fever With Chills
- Fibrocystic Breast Changes
- Fibromyalgia
- Finger Pain
- First Degree Burns
- Fitness For Duty Evaluations
- Flatulence
- Floaters
- Flu Shot Vaccination
- Folliculitis
- Food Allergy
- Food Poisoning
- Foot Injury
- Foot Pain
- Frailty
- Frequency Of Urination
- Frequent Urinary Tract Infections
- Gastric Ulcer
- Gastroenteritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
- Genital Herpes, Female
- Genital Herpes, Male
- Genital Warts
- Gluten Allergy
- Gluten Intolerance
- Gluten Sensitivity
- Gout
- Grave's Disease
- Grief
- Groin Mass
- Groin Pain
- Gum Infection
- Gynecological Exam
- Hand Injury
- Hand Pain
- Head Congestion
- Headache
- Health Maintenance
- Hearing Loss
- Heart Disease
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Racing
- Heat Illness
- Heat Intolerance
- Heel Pain
- Hematochezia
- Hematuria
- Hemoptysis
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis
- Hepatitis A Vaccination
- Hepatitis B Vaccination
- Hernia
- Herpes
- Herpes Zoster
- Herpetic Whitlow
- Hip Pain
- Hirsutism
- Hoarseness
- Hot Flashes
- Human Bites
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus (Hiv)
- Human Papilloma Virus (Hpv)
- Human Papilloma Virus (Hpv) Vaccination
- Hyperglycemia
- Hypertension
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Impacted Cerumen
- Impetigo
- Infectious Mononucleosis
- Influenza
- Ingrown Hair
- Ingrown Nail
- Insect Allergy
- Insulin Resistance
- Intention Tremor
- Interstitial Cystitis
- Intertrigo
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Irregular Menstruation
- Irritability
- Itchy Ear
- Jaundice
- Jaw Pain
- Joint Sprain
- Joint Stiffness
- Joint Swelling
- Joint Warmth
- Keloid
- Keratin Cyst
- Keratitis
- Keratosis Pilaris
- Knee Click
- Knee Injury
- Knee Pain
- Labyrinthitis
- Laceration
- Lactose Intolerance
- Laryngitis
- Lateral Epicondylitis
- Lazy Eye
- Leg Numbness
- Leg Pain
- Leg Weakness
- Lethargy
- Lgbtq+ Health
- Lice
- Lifestyle Modification
- Lipomas
- Lower Back Pain
- Lump In Throat
- Lyme Disease
- Lymphadenopathy
- Malaise And Fatigue
- Mastodynia
- Measles Vaccination
- Medial Epicondylitis
- Memory Disorders
- Meningitis Vaccination
- Menopause
- Mens Health
- Migraine
- Migraine Treatment
- Minor Injury
- Missed Periods
- Mmr Vaccine
- Mood Symptoms
- Motion Sickness
- Mouth Bleeding
- Mouth Pain
- Mouth Ulcer
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Strain
- Muscle Tears
- Muscle Weakness
- Musculoskeletal Pain
- Myalgia
- Nail Disease
- Nasal Congestion
- Nasal Obstruction
- Nausea
- Neck Muscle Injury
- Neck Pain
- Neck Sprain
- Neonatal Acne
- Nevus
- Newborn Care
- Newborn Feeding Problems
- Night Sweats
- Nightmares
- Nipple Discharge
- Noisy Breathing
- Norovirus
- Nose Pain
- Numbness
- Nutrition And Health
- Nutritional Counseling
- Obesity
- Odynophagia
- Optic Migraines
- Orthopnea
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Otalgia
- Otitis
- Overweight
- Palpitations
- Panic Reaction
- Pap Smear
- Paresthesia
- Paronychia
- Patellofemoral Syndrome
- Penile Bleeding
- Penile Discharge
- Performance Anxiety
- Persistent Cough
- Pertussis
- Pharyngitis
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pleurisy
- Pleuritic Pain
- Pneumonia
- Pneumonia Vaccination
- Poison Ivy
- Poison Oak
- Polypharmacy
- Positional Vertigo
- Post Nasal Drip
- Postcoital Bleeding
- Prediabetes
- Preoperative Evaluation
- Preventive Medicine
- Problems With Smell And Taste
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Examination
- Prostate Specific Antigen Blood Test
- Pruritus
- Psychomotor Agitation
- Pulmonary Infections
- Pyelonephritis
- Rash
- Rectal Bleeding
- Rectal Pain
- Reproductive Health / Oral Contraception
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- Retained Tampon
- Rhinitis
- Rosacea
- Scab
- Scabies
- Scaly Skin
- School Anxiety
- School Physical
- Sciatica
- Scratchy Voice
- Scrotal Pain
- Seasonal Allergies
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Secondary Enuresis
- Sensitive Skin
- Severe Asthma
- Sexual Health
- Sexually Transmitted Disease (Std)
- Shin Splints
- Shingles Vaccination
- Shortness Of Breath (Sob)
- Shoulder Injury
- Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Sprain
- Shoulder Strain
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sinus Pain
- Sinus Pressure
- Sinusitis
- Skin Abscess
- Skin Cancer Screening
- Skin Disease
- Skin Tag
- Skin Tag Removal
- Sleep Disorders
- Sleep Terrors
- Slowing Of Urinary Stream
- Smoker Cough
- Snoring
- Sore Throat
- Spider Bite
- Splinter Removal
- Sports Physical Exam
- Sports Related Concussion Testing
- Sprain
- Sputum Production
- Staphylococcus Infections
- Stomach Cramps
- Stomach Pain
- Stool Changes
- Straining On Urination
- Strep Throat
- Stress Incontinence
- Stridor
- Stye
- Substance Addiction
- Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
- Suicidal Ideation
- Sunburn
- Suture Removal
- Swallowing Problem
- Syncope
- Tachycardia
- Teething
- Tension Headache
- Testicular Pain
- Throat Tightness
- Thumb Dislocation
- Thyroid Disorder
- Tick Borne Infections
- Tinea Capitis
- Tinea Corporis
- Tinea Cruris
- Tinea Pedis
- Tingling
- Tinnitus
- Tobacco Use Cessation
- Tongue Pain
- Tongue Swelling
- Tracheobronchitis
- Travel Medicine
- Traveler's Diarrhea
- Tremor
- Tuberculosis (Tb) Test
- Twitching
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Unsteady Gait
- Upper Back Pain
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Urethral Discharge
- Urge Incontinence
- Urinary Hesitation
- Urinary Retention
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Urinary Urgency
- Urticaria
- Vaccinations
- Varicella
- Varicella Vaccination
- Vasovagal Syncope
- Vertigo
- Viral Conjunctivitis
- Virtual Care
- Visual Discomfort
- Visual Disturbance
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Vitamin Deficiency
- Voice Problems
- Vomiting
- Warts
- Weakness
- Weight Loss
- Weight Problem
- Well Child Exam
- Wellness
- Wheezing
- Wrist Pain
- Wrist Sprain
Penny is the best
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