SERVING THE COMMUNITY
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Our mission is to provide our patients, referring physicians and the surrounding communities of Galax, Virginia with access to the best, most comprehensive and highest quality of care possible.

COUMADIN CLINIC

We have years of experience in Coumadin management, and offer PT/INR testing in-office or INR monitoring in the comfort of your home.

WEIGHT LOSS MANAGEMENT

Let us help you lose weight safely and effectively with a plan that is tailored for your individual needs.

PRIMARY CARE

From children to geriatrics, we focus on prevention and the whole individual rather than just the illness of a specific organ, system or disease.

TELEHEALTH

For the safety and convenience of our patients, we offer an option for telehealth visits, when a physical examination is not required.

COVID-19 UPDATES

First Choice Health Care is closely monitoring the most up to date, rapidly changing CDC guidelines to keep everyone safe. 

COVID-19 Pre-cautions

Each person entering our clinic is required to wear a mask and will be screened at the door for fever and symptoms. Inform us if you or anyone at home is not feeling well or was exposed to someone with COVID-19. Limit the number of people and items in our clinic. Siblings and additional adults are asked to stay home. Practice social distancing. Our office staff wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for all visits and rooms are cleaned after each patient to ensure your protection and ours.

COVID-19 Testing

First Choice Health Care currently has testing available for COVID-19. Please call our office to schedule an appointment. For the safety of our staff and patients, stay in your vehicle and call our office when you arrive. A member of our staff will be out shortly to obtain your information and administer the test.

Seperate Well & Sick Waiting Rooms

Our clinic is split with a sick and well side to reduce infectious exposures and keep patients separate as much as possible. We ask that you limit the number of people accompanying you to your appointment. You may also choose to stay in your vehicle until your appointment time. Call us when you arrive and we will come to you. Telehealth visits are also available and can be a safer more convenient option. Request a telehealth visit when scheduling your next appointment.

COVID-19 Vaccinations

First Choice Health Care does not currently have COVID-19 vaccines. Please visit the VA Dept. of Health at www.vaccinate.virginia.gov or call 1-877-829-4682 to learn more on how to get vaccinated. As more vaccines become available, we are hopeful we will be able to can administer these in the future. Check back for more updates!

PATIENT REVIEWS

"I have known Paula Carter both professionally and personally for many years. Paula is one of the most thorough practitioners I have ever seen. She has a true passion for her patients in every aspect. I cannot thank her enough for the care she has provided my family and me."
- D. Brannock
"I am 50 years old and I have seen a lot of doctors and health care providers. Paula Carter is one of the best. Not only is she brilliant, she has a wonderful bedside manner. You will love her!"
- D. White
"Awesome, caring and always there for her patients! Couldn't ask for no one better!"
- J. BEMIS
"I'm probably alive today because of Paula Carter. She identified a serious heart issue and set a plan in place to have me immediately transferred to a hospital that specialized in advanced cardiatric care to receive treatment. I'm forever grateful for her swift action in helping me get the lifesaving care I needed."
- R. Edwards
"Paula Carter is a great provider. She is thorough, knowledgeable, and kind. I love her bedside manner, making sure the most complicated medical terms are understandable. Our family has seen her for everything from acne to sinus infections to severe allergic reactions and cardiology issues. If you are looking for a well rounded family care provider, make First Choice your next choice in your family's health care."
- B. WHITE