A primary care physician looks after the whole family's health: routine checkups, common illnesses, and first contact for any new symptom. See one for a general checkup, a minor illness, or when you're not sure which specialist to see.
Have a symptom and aren't sure which specialist to see? Message us on WhatsApp and we'll point you in the right direction.
What is a primary care physician?
A primary care physician has broad training to diagnose and treat most common health problems, and to recognize when a case needs a specialist.
They're usually the first doctor you see, both for preventive checkups and for new symptoms you're not sure how to categorize.
When should I see a primary care physician?
- A general checkup or annual physical.
- Cold, flu, or common infection symptoms.
- New pain or discomfort with no clear cause.
- A prescription refill for an already-diagnosed condition.
- You need guidance on which specialist to see.
- General medical certificates.
What they treat
- Common respiratory illness (flu, colds)
- Chronic disease management alongside your specialist
- Vaccinations
- General checkups and prevention
- First contact and specialist referrals
- Minor and acute conditions
What to expect at your first appointment
The physician reviews your health history and current symptoms and performs a general physical exam.
If your case is straightforward, they can treat it directly; if it needs testing or a specialist, they'll explain the next step and who to see.
This is a good starting point when you don't have a clear symptom pointing to a specific specialty, or for a routine checkup — including a one-time visit while traveling.
Need a general checkup or a prescription refill while you're in town? Message us on WhatsApp to schedule.
How to choose the right doctor
For symptoms that can't wait for a scheduled appointment, Hospital CMQ offers minor urgent care within Family Medicine.
For routine checkups or first contact, you can schedule with a primary care physician in Puerto Vallarta — see our Family Medicine services section too.
Below you'll find our directory of available primary care physicians (auto-generated content).
Content reviewed by the Hospital CMQ medical team · Reviewed: 5 de agosto de 2026
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