North Coast Family Medical Group

You can help reduce your blood pressure by reducing your sodium intake. Most Americans are consuming too much sodium, often from frozen, canned and restaurant foods. Reading the nutrition labels on your food is a great way to take control of your health. Choosing to reduce the amount of salt in your diet can go a long way! #HighBloodPressureEducationMonth

Meet Dr. Payne! Dr. Richard E. Payne received his medical degree from the University of California at San Diego in 1982. He graduated from residency training in Family Practice at Santa Monica Hospital in 1985 and entered private practice at North Coast Family Medical Group. Dr. Payne is Board Certified in Family Practice, has recertified in 1992 and 1999, and was awarded the status of Fellow in the American Academy of Family Physicians. He is a former President of the San Di...ego Academy of Family Physicians and continues to serve on the board of directors. Dr. Payne is committed to the healing and wellness of his patients through motivating lifestyle change and utilizing the latest advances in medical science. He enjoys teaching medical students at UCSD as a volunteer Clinical Instructor. Dr. Payne, his wife Cathy, and their three children enjoy being active in St. John’s church community and love living the Leucadia lifestyle. Learn more about all of our providers on our website: https://www.ncfmg.com/providers/

Millions of women experience changes that can interfere with their personal lives as a consequence. MonaLisa Touch can help. MonaLisa Touch laser treatment is a simple procedure that takes less than 5 minutes. It delivers both immediate and lasting relief for vaginal atrophy symptoms, including laxity, dryness, itchiness and painful intercourse. Find out more at the link below, and schedule your appointment through MyChart today. ... https://www.ncfmg.com/primary/womens-health/monalisa-touch/

Blood pressure is the force of blood against your artery walls as it circulates through your body. Blood pressure normally rises and falls throughout the day, but it can cause health problems if it stays high for a long time. High blood pressure can lead to illnesses like heart disease and stroke. Be sure to get your blood pressure checked regularly to stay in good health. #HighBloodPressureEducationMonth... If it's time for a check-up, schedule your appointment through MyChart, our patient portal. If you don't have MyChart, please call us at (760) 942-0118. https://mychart.ncfmg.com/ncfmg/

Are you using MyChart? If you're not yet, then it's time to sign up! We can order screening tests quickly and easily through this platform. Avoid long wait times when calling us by contacting us through MyChart. If you haven't signed up yet, please call (619) 543-5220 for the EPIC helpdesk, and they will assist you.

REMINDER: You can use your HSA funds for MonaLisa Touch! Book your appointment now to make sure that you use your funds by Dec 31st. MonaLisa Touch laser treatment is a simple procedure that takes less than 5 minutes. It delivers both immediate and lasting relief for vaginal atrophy symptoms, including laxity, dryness, itchiness and painful intercourse. Learn more: https://www.ncfmg.com/primary/womens-health/monalisa-touch/

Don't put off your preventive care and routine screening tests because of COVID-19. We are happy to order tests over MyChart, which is the most convenient way to contact us. Get in touch with us today: https://mychart.ncfmg.com/ncfmg/

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