Management of chronic conditions focuses on helping patients effectively control the symptoms of long-term illnesses. The focus is to improve overall health and achieve a higher quality of life.
Long-term health issues, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and arthritis, are chronic conditions that often develop gradually, can last for years, and require consistent care. If not managed properly, these conditions can affect your daily routine, limit your activities, and lead to serious health complications.
Managing chronic diseases requires consistent care, regular monitoring, and a personalized treatment plan that evolves with your changing needs.
At Internal Medicine & Primary Care of Sebastian (IMPCS), we work closely with you to create practical, sustainable care plans. Our goal is to support your long-term health while helping you manage everyday life with a chronic condition more easily.
Chronic health conditions are long-term illnesses that often progress slowly over time and can significantly impact your daily life. Unlike acute illnesses that resolve quickly with proper treatment, chronic conditions can last for years and require continuous medical care.
Some of the most common chronic diseases include diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, high cholesterol, and thyroid disorders.
These conditions can significantly affect your quality of life and overall health. You might experience persistent symptoms like fatigue, joint pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath, making it harder to keep up with work, exercise, or even routine tasks around the house.
Over time, without proper treatment, these conditions can lead to serious complications involving the heart, kidneys, joints, or other vital systems.
However, with consistent care, appropriate treatment, and proper management, chronic conditions can be stabilized and in many cases, their progression can be slowed. Proper management helps reduce symptoms, prevent complications, and support a more active, independent lifestyle for years to come.
Arthritis is a condition that affects your joints and can make everyday movements, like climbing stairs, walking, or gripping objects, challenging. It occurs when you have inflammation or swelling in the joints, which can gradually lead to decreased mobility, pain, and discomfort that interferes with your daily activities.
There are many types of arthritis, but the most commonly occurring conditions include:
Treatment for arthritis focuses on reducing pain, improving your mobility, and preventing further joint damage.
We take a personalized and proactive approach to managing arthritis. Our primary care provider, Dr. Edeck Pierre, works closely with you to create customized care plans based on your specific diagnosis, symptoms, and lifestyle goals.
Our arthritis management services include:
Since arthritis is a chronic condition, we offer continuous care and monitor your progress over time. If symptoms worsen or you experience flare-ups, we adjust your treatment plan as needed and may refer you to physical therapy when beneficial.
In more advanced or complex arthritis cases, we co-manage your condition with a rheumatologist. This collaborative approach allows us to closely monitor disease progression and introduce advanced therapies when needed.
While Dr. Pierre continues to oversee your overall health and guide day-to-day symptom management, the rheumatologist provides specialized insight on immune-modulating treatments and helps fine-tune medications that target the underlying disease process.
By working together, we ensure you stay on track with a unified care plan that supports both symptom relief and long-term joint health.
Diabetes is a chronic metabolic condition that affects how your body processes blood sugar (glucose).
Glucose is the primary source of energy in the body and is regulated by insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas. Insulin helps glucose in the bloodstream to enter the body’s cells, where it can be used for energy.
When you have diabetes, your body either does not produce enough insulin or can not use it effectively, leading to elevated blood sugar levels.
Over time, uncontrolled blood sugar can damage your blood vessels, nerves, kidneys, eyes, and other vital organs. Diabetes can lead to symptoms like fatigue, increased thirst, frequent urination, and blurry vision.
If not managed properly, diabetes can lead to serious complications, such as nerve damage, kidney disease, heart problems, and vision problems. That is why early detection and management are key to preventing complications.
Here are the various types of diabetes:
We take a proactive approach to diabetes care. Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been managing the condition for years, we help you maintain stable blood sugar levels and lower your risk of complications.
Diabetes management may include:
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a common yet serious condition in which the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries remains consistently too high.
One of the most challenging aspects of hypertension is that it often has no noticeable symptoms until damage has already occurred. Over time, high blood pressure can damage blood vessels and increase your risk of heart disease, stroke, and other serious health complications.
While hypertension can affect anyone, certain factors increase your risk, including:
We provide personalized care to help you manage hypertension effectively and address the contributing risk factors. Our approach to managing hypertension includes:
High blood pressure often goes hand-in-hand with other health issues. We also help manage co-existing conditions, such as diabetes, high cholesterol, and thyroid disorders, to provide you with a well-rounded and effective treatment plan.
Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that your body needs to build healthy cells, produce hormones, and aid in digestion.
While cholesterol is essential for your health, too much of it in your bloodstream can pose serious risks. High cholesterol can lead to the buildup of plaque in your arteries, narrowing them and restricting blood flow.
This condition, called atherosclerosis, can increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, and peripheral artery disease.
Cholesterol travels through the blood attached to proteins, forming what are called lipoproteins. Cholesterol is often classified as “good” or “bad” based on the type of lipoprotein it is attached to.
High-density lipoprotein (HDL) is considered good cholesterol, while low-density lipoprotein (LDL) is considered bad cholesterol.
Maintaining a healthy HDL level is important for keeping your cholesterol in balance and reducing your cardiovascular risk. High cholesterol usually develops silently, without any clear symptoms. That is why many people do not realize they have high cholesterol until it is detected through a blood test.
We take a proactive and preventative approach to managing cholesterol and supporting long-term heart health. Our treatment plans often include:
The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of your neck. Despite its size, it plays an important role in regulating many of the body’s functions.
Thyroid gland produces hormones, primarily thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), that control your metabolism, energy levels, body temperature, heart rate, and even how your body uses nutrients.
When the thyroid does not function properly, it can lead to a range of health issues. The most common thyroid disorders include:
We use a combination of clinical evaluation, physical exam, blood tests, and imaging tests to diagnose thyroid issues. Depending on your diagnosis, treatment may include prescription medications to regulate thyroid hormone levels and manage symptoms effectively.
In some cases, we may also provide dietary and lifestyle counseling to support overall thyroid health. If specialized care is required, such as surgical evaluation or referral to an endocrinologist, Dr. Pierre ensures a smooth and well-coordinated approach to managing your condition.
At Internal Medicine & Primary Care of Sebastian, we understand the importance of personalized and ongoing care in effectively managing chronic conditions. With the right medical support, consistent monitoring, and coordinated care, you can take control of your health and maintain a better quality of life.
To schedule a consultation, please call (772) 783-2436 or book an appointment online today.
If you experience symptoms requiring immediate attention, we also provide acute care appointments within 48 hours to ensure you receive prompt evaluation and treatment.
7955 Bay St Suite 2
Sebastian, FL 32958
Monday - Friday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday | Available by Appointment
