primary care

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-006911",
  "term": "primary care",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "Health services that meet most basic health care needs over time. Primary care includes physical exams, treatment of common medical conditions, and preventive care such as immunizations and screenings. Primary care doctors are usually the first health professionals patients see for basic medical care. They may refer a patient to a specialist if needed.",
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/primary-care/"
}