Stay Healthy with Preventive Care

Stop health problems before they start with our preventive care.

Preventive Care

Do Not Wait Until You are Unwell to See a Doctor

When was the last time you visited a doctor while feeling perfectly healthy? For many, the answer is never. Most individuals only see their physician when they are unwell or in pain. This way of thinking about health can lead to bigger problems later.

Our preventive primary care helps you stay healthy before problems begin. We find health risks early and help you avoid getting sick. This keeps you feeling your best at every age.

Why Prevention is Better Than Treatment

Early detection of health problems can save your life and pain. Many major diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, and heart issues, begin silently and without warning signals. When we identify these issues at an early stage, we can tackle them more effectively and, in some cases, avoid them entirely.

Primary care prevention also saves cash in the long term. Regular checkups are significantly cheaper than emergency department visits, operations, and stays in the hospital. When you take care of your wellness early on, you save money on future procedures.

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Our Preventive Care Services

Full Health Checkups Every Year

Complete yearly exams check your physical health, mental health, and lifestyle habits. These primary care wellness visits include reviewing your health history, doing a full physical exam, and checking all major body systems. We also discuss your sleep, stress levels, and daily habits to understand your overall wellness. This creates a personalized health plan with specific goals just for you.

Lab Tests and Health Screenings

Lab tests and screenings show how well your organs work and find diseases before symptoms appear. We do blood tests to assess blood glucose, cholesterol, renal function, and vitamin concentrations. Cancer screenings include mammograms, colonoscopies, and Pap tests, depending on your age and associated risks. These tests catch diseases early when treatments work best and cost less.

Vaccines and Immunizations

Vaccines protect you from serious diseases by training your immune system to fight germs before they make you sick. We provide flu shots, childhood vaccines, adult boosters for tetanus and whooping cough, and special vaccines for shingles and pneumonia. We track your vaccine history and send reminders when shots are due to keep you protected.

Preventing and Managing Long-Term Diseases

We provide personalized plans to prevent and treat illnesses such as high blood pressure, cholesterol levels, diabetes, and renal disease. These plans combine medicines with lifestyle changes and regular checkups to keep conditions under control. We track your health numbers and adjust treatments as needed to prevent serious complications and hospitalizations.

Personal Health and Lifestyle Coaching

One-on-one coaching helps you make lasting changes to improve your health and feel better every day. We provide guidance on healthy eating, exercise programs, stress management, quitting smoking, and mental health support that fits your lifestyle. This coaching gives you tools and support to build healthy habits that stick long-term.

Health Education and Learning Programs

We teach you practical knowledge and skills to take better care of yourself and make smart health decisions. Our expert teaches stress management, understanding medications, and guides to help with specific conditions. Personal education sessions let you ask questions and learn about your health in a comfortable, private setting.

Vaccines and Immunizations

Vaccines protect you from serious diseases by training your immune system to fight germs before they make you sick. We provide flu shots, childhood vaccines, adult boosters for tetanus and whooping cough, and special vaccines for shingles and pneumonia. We track your vaccine history and send reminders when shots are due to keep you protected.

Health Education and Learning Programs

We teach you practical knowledge and skills to take better care of yourself and make smart health decisions. Our expert teaches stress management, understanding medications, and guides to help with specific conditions. Personal education sessions let you ask questions and learn about your health in a comfortable, private setting.

Who Needs Our Preventive Care Services?

Everyone Needs Preventive Care

People of all ages need regular health care to stay healthy now and in the future. Children need checkups to make sure they grow properly and get their shots on time. Adults need regular health checks to stay healthy and catch problems early.

Older Adults with Health Conditions

Seniors, especially those with diabetes, arthritis, or heart problems, need special care to prevent bigger issues. We help older adults stay independent, manage their conditions well, and avoid serious health emergencies that could send them to the hospital.

People with a Family History of Disease

If your family has a history of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, or other serious conditions, you have higher risks than others. Starting preventive care early helps us watch for warning signs and catch problems before they develop.

Busy Professionals and Parents

People with demanding jobs or busy family lives often skip health care until something goes wrong. Preventive care fits into your schedule with flexible appointments and helps you stay healthy so you can keep up with your responsibilities.

Benefits You Will Experience With Our Preventive Care

Detect Health Issues Before They Become Serious

Our regular screening find]s diseases and health risks early when treatment works best and is less complicated. Early detection often means easier treatments, better results, and complete prevention of serious problems that could hurt your quality of life.

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Get Health Care Made Just for You

We create your preventive care plan based on your family history, genetics, current health, and lifestyle. This customized approach ensures that you receive the appropriate screenings, treatments, and advice for your unique primary healthcare prevention needs.

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Avoid Expensive Emergency Room Visits

Regular preventive care greatly reduces your need for emergency treatment and hospital stays. Our careful monitoring prevents health crises, keeps long-term conditions stable, and helps you avoid costly medical emergencies that disrupt your life.

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Maverick Medical Accepted Insurance Plans

We accept a wide range of major insurance plans, and convenient self-pay options are also available.

Real Stories from Our Patients

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Amazing awesome, what professional caring doctor on all the office team nice and kind people I really appreciate Dr. McGill , Torrance medical office i'm glad I have him as a doctor and I am glad I have this office as my medical doctor office much appreciation
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Dr. Terrance McGill, is a great doctor! Our three year old son was needing medical care and he took care of us on an emergency basis! A very caring Dr. attentive and professional took the time to answer all our questions. I highly recommend Dr McGill.
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I had an outstanding experience at this medical office. The staff is truly exceptional: warm, professional and incredibly attentive from the moment you walk in. The doctor is fantastic, takes the time to really listen, and actually gets to the root cause instead of rushing through appointments. It’s rare to find that level of care. The office itself is clean, organized, and welcoming, which makes every visit feel comfortable. I also have to highlight the phlebotomist on the back- fast, skilled and gentle. Easily one of the best experiences I’ve had with blood draws. She even takes walk in from other doctors offices. Over all, this is a top-tier medical office with a team that genuinely cares. Highly recommend to anyone looking for quality care and a supportive environment. Also bonus points because the doctor knows and speaks Spanish very well.
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Dr McGill and his staff are truly remarkable. They are very attentive and truly great and accommodating the minute you walk into the office. He listens to your needs and really wants what’s best for you. The assistants are great at their job but the gal we had who was Kris made my kids feel at ease when doing vitals they felt calmer. Haven’t had a great private doctor in a while and would definitely recommend anyone looking for a doctor to go see Dr McGill and his staff.
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The best medical office i've ever walked into! ALL the ladies in the front are super caring, respectful and have great customer service. Dr. McGill is the best, he takes the time to go through everything and doesn't make the appointment feel rushed. Lastly, the phlebotomist in the back is the most gentle and reassuring. If you're afraid of needles, shes the one to go to as she distracts you and has a light hand and wont feel a thing! The office overall is very well organized. Great place.
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I adore this clinic so much, this is the only clinic to ever actually care about my health. The nurses there are super sweet, especially Yessenia. I recommend this clinic so much 10/10❣️
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I had an amazing experience at this office. The staff was so welcoming and very professional, especially Kris.
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Me encanta la atención médica en la clínica todos son muy amables. Desde la recepción Diana contesta todas tus preguntas y es profesional y amable. Las enfermeras y doctor son muy amables. Yo lo recomiendo 100%
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Muy hamables personal y nos ayuda en todo momento
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Preventive Care-FAQs

Common Questions Answered

Preventive care is about keeping you well and avoiding illnesses by scheduling frequent examinations when you feel well. Regular medical care treats symptoms and diseases after health problems have already started and are causing noticeable issues.

Most healthy adults benefit from yearly preventive care appointments to stay healthy. People with chronic health issues or increased risk may require checkups every six months. We'll offer the best timetable depending on your specific health requirements and risk factors.

Most insurance plans cover preventive care services completely without copays or deductibles. We check your specific insurance benefits before your appointment and help you understand exactly which services your plan covers at no cost to you.

Gather a complete list of your current medicines, including doses, prepare questions about your health concerns, and bring your insurance information and ID. If lab work is needed, we'll give you specific preparation instructions, including any fasting requirements.

Family medical history greatly affects your preventive care plan and may require earlier or more frequent screenings. We'll review your genetic risk factors and develop better monitoring strategies to detect hereditary conditions before they cause serious health problems.

Visit Our Clinic

Conveniently located in Bakersfield, serving patients from across Kern County in person and by telehealth. 

Location

2317 17th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301

Office Hours

Mon to Fri: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Phone

(661) 348-4421

Email

terrance.mcgill@mavmedi.com

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