Medical house calls are back and improving the lives of older adults in San Diego

Medical house calls are back and improving the lives of older adults in San Diego

A doctor makes a house call. (Photo courtesy of United Healthcare) In San Diego County, residents are now enjoying something reminiscent of older classic television shows, harkening back to simpler times. Remember the old Marcus Welby, MD show? The doctor, with a kind bedside manner, made house calls and was on a first-name basis with many of his patients. After his examination, he would console the family and announce, “Don’t worry, she’ll be j…

Guest Column: What’s New in Healthcare in Del Norte County: House Calls Are Back, Bringing Better Access and Improved Outcomes

In Del Norte County, residents are now enjoying something reminiscent of older classic television shows, harkening back to simpler times. Remember the old Marcus Welby, MD TV show? The doctor, with a kind bedside manner, made house calls and was…

SARA AMADOR VERA/EL EDÉN MX The Honorary President of the DIF Tabasco System, Aurora Raleigh de la Cruz accompanied the voluntary ladies of the Tabasco College of Bachelors headed by Olga Beatriz Jiménez González during a visit to the old people's residence “The Tree House”. During the visit, the volunteers shared moments with the elderly adults who reside there, who received the visit with great joy. Subsequently, the gift was given for the DIF…