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El Con Health & Wellness

Patient-Focused Healthcare for Your Total Health and Wellness

El Con Health and Wellness Center provides more than cosmetic care. We also have an independent healthcare provider—Dawson Lopez, WHNP-BC, AGPCNP-C—on staff to offer primary care and specialized care services in our Tucson office. Whether you visit us for a cosmetic consultation or medical services, we offer a holistic approach to your care that caters to your individual needs. Every component of your health is interconnected, which is why we’re committed to providing a full range of wellness services under one roof.

Adult Health

Many adults only visit their healthcare providers when something is wrong. Symptoms like changes in bowel movements, unexplained weight loss, sleep disruptions, headaches, and chest pains are common reasons for medical visits. However, it’s important to see a physician more often for preventive care, even if you’re a healthy adult in your prime. Establishing rapport with a primary care provider will help you better understand how to manage your health as you move into the next phase of life. It will also help you recognize when something is off with your health, which can aid in early detection of illnesses for more successful treatment.
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Gerontology

As we get older, our health needs change. Older adults are more likely to experience chronic health conditions, injuries, and nutritional deficiencies that are best managed under the care of a geriatrician. Gerontology is holistically centered, focusing on ways to slow or halt the negative impacts of the aging process while optimizing individual health. Conditions that can benefit from a specialized geriatric care approach include memory problems and dementia, weight loss and poor nutrition, osteoporosis, sleep disorders, incontinence, heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and balance issues.

It’s a common misconception that health conditions related to the aging process cannot be reversed. With the right care approach, you can maintain good health or even improve your health in your twilight years.

Gynecology and Women’s Health

Most women have their first well-woman exams early on and will continue these visits throughout adulthood. These annual exams are more than pelvic exams to screen for early signs of cervical cancer. They also include a general physician exam, review of your health history, evaluation of your current medications, and assessment for further screening needs, such as mammograms or STD screenings. In addition to well-woman visits, gynecological and women’s healthcare can include birth control, hormone replacement therapy during peri-menopause, menopause, and general wellness issues.

Nurse practitioner Dawson Lopez specializes in women’s health and is a published medical author who offers a welcoming and non-intimidating environment for women to manage their health in all stages of life. Dawson works closely with each of her patients to help them achieve their individual health and wellness goals.

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Obesity and Diabetes Reversal

Obesity is much more than an aesthetic concern. Obesity-related illness are the leading cause of death in the United States—these include heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, and stroke. While most physicians will readily inform patients of the benefits of losing weight, few provide the support and resources needed to facilitate healthy weight loss. At El Con Health and Wellness, your weight loss plan may include a consultation with our registered dietician to help you establish healthy eating and fitness habits that are both sustainable and effective. Our nurse practitioner can provide ongoing support and recommend prescription medications and weight loss procedures personalized to your needs and goals.

One of the most common health effects of obesity is an increased risk for type 2 diabetes, which elevates the risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and many other serious illnesses. However, type 2 diabetes is preventable and reversible. Through a combination of lifestyle changes and medication, you can regulate your blood sugar, achieve a healthier weight, and take back control of your health.

If you are searching for attentive, holistic medical care in Tucson, schedule a consultation with El Con Health and Wellness. We accept most major insurance—call us at 520-318-5515 to schedule your first visit.

Schedule a Free Cosmetic Consultation

For more information about El Con Health and Wellness Center, call us at (520) 318-5515 to schedule a free cosmetic consultation. We are happy to help you begin your journey toward better health, wellness, and self-confidence!