There are all sorts of steps you can take to find a primary care physician. And it’s good to have one too as they screen for common chronic conditions, like cancer and high blood pressure, and they keep tabs on the growth and development of your children, they help manage your overall health and wellness, and they conduct annual wellness checks and physical exams, along with providing medications or immunizations as needed. First place to start is to talk with your friends and family about their doctors. A recommendation from someone you trust goes a long way and is a good way to identify a skilled and helpful doctor. But keep in mind that we are all different, which means that a doctor that is good for your sister or neighbor might not mean that they are right for you. Other ways to find a new primary doctor is doing a search online in your area and reading the reviews closely too. You can also place some cold calls, so when you call a doctor’s office ask them if they are accepting new patients. Another way to find your primary care physician is to check with your insurance company to see their list of doctors in your area. Finding a primary care doctor could take some time, so do your research and ask lots of questions to find the right doctor for you and your family.