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Personalized Treatment for Long-Term Health, Chronic Disease Care

in Phoenix, Arizona


Conveniently located in Phoenix, AZ, our team of healthcare professionals is dedicated to helping you manage and prevent chronic diseases through personalized, holistic care. Whether you're dealing with an ongoing condition or looking to prevent one, we're here to guide you toward a healthier future.

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Understanding Chronic Diseases:

What You Need to Know


Chronic diseases are long-lasting conditions that can significantly impact your quality of life. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), chronic diseases are responsible for 7 out of 10 deaths each year and make up 86% of the country’s healthcare costs. These conditions can range from heart disease to diabetes and arthritis, and often require long-term management to improve quality of life and prevent complications.

Some of the most common chronic diseases include:

  • Heart disease
  • Stroke
  • Cancer
  • Diabetes
  • Obesity
  • Arthritis

Other chronic conditions include:

  • Asthma
  • Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
  • Cystic fibrosis
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • Eating disorders
  • Gum disease

As of 2012, nearly half of all American adults had at least one chronic health condition, and about one in four adults had two or more chronic diseases. Without proper care and attention, chronic diseases can lead to severe complications like kidney failure, disability, and even limb amputation.

What Causes Chronic Disease?


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Chronic diseases don’t happen overnight—they are often the result of unhealthy behaviors that accumulate over time.

Common risk factors include:

  • Inactivity
  • Poor nutrition
  • Heavy alcohol use
  • Tobacco use

By making positive changes in your lifestyle, you can reduce your risk of developing many chronic illnesses. A balanced diet and regular physical activity play key roles in preventing and managing chronic conditions.


Our chronic disease doctors in Phoenix are here to help you understand what a healthy diet looks like for your specific needs and provide personalized exercise plans tailored to your abilities. We’ll work with you to create a sustainable, healthy lifestyle that reduces your risk of chronic disease.

How We Support Your Health Journey

We know that managing chronic conditions can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Our team is here to guide and support you every step of the way. Whether you need a routine preventive exam, advice on nutrition and exercise, or assistance quitting unhealthy habits like smoking or excessive drinking, we are here to help you take control of your health.

Call us now  (480) 961-2366 or fill out our online form to book your appointment, and take the first step toward better health!

FAQs

  • What is the theme of Pineapple Health?

    In addition to routine primary care services, Pineapple Health focuses on all things anti-inflammatory including cardiometabolic preventive care, cholesterol management, and allergy treatments. (Environmental testing is now included as part of our comprehensive physical.)

  • What is the professional background of Dr. Chan?

    Dr. Chan is a board-certified family physician who had completed advanced preventive medicine training. In particular, Dr. Chan is a Lipidologist (lipid- and cholesterol-related disorders specialist) of which there are only a few in the state of AZ. Among other credentials, Dr. Chan anticipates becoming the first in AZ to achieve simultaneous board certification status in both Integrative Medicine and Lipidology, thus creating the field of Integrative Lipidology.

  • Does Dr. Chan practice holistic medicine?

    As an integrative physician, Dr. Chan does practice holistically. Due to the nature of insurance-based medicine, Dr. Chan only provides basic integrative holistic medical services. Once again, for those who aspire comprehensive integrative care, Dr. Chan recommends joining his Integrative Age Management Medicine practice at Rejenesis. Procedures such as medical acupuncture and intravenous nutrition are not routinely covered by most insurance plans in AZ and are therefore only offered at Rejenesis.

  • How long is your average wait time, and how much time do you spend with patients?

    As a medical practice that focuses on quality, in general our wait time and time spent with patients score better than the national average of 45-minutes wait and 8-minutes visit.

  • Would my insurance premium be affected if my insurance does pay for those preventive services?

    Those companies that pay generally suggest that they are in favor of preventive care. In fact, there is a trend that insurance companies may reward patients as they engage in healthier behavior by becoming more proactive in prevention.

  • May I address medical issues during the physical?

    Certainly. Many patients do choose to combine their physicals with other medical concerns such as prescription refills and/or acute care needs. Besides what are being offered during the physical, any additional problems identified and/or addressed will be billed accordingly.

  • What about other tests, services, procedures, therapies and medications that I would like to get but are not covered by my insurance plan?

    Despite the fact that more insurance companies are embracing a preventive and holistic approach to healthcare, many still consider certain requested items as medically unnecessary or experimental, and thus they will become your responsibility.

  • Can I just call the office and have you order my labs, review my lab results, refill medications, and even just treat me over the phone?

    Even though telemedicine may one day become the standard of care, current medical practice still require you to be seen at the office so we may appropriately bill your insurance.

  • Why do you have a general 6-month follow-up policy?

    Most medications have side effects; many of which require regular laboratory follow-ups, and we do believe that monitoring our patients at least every 6 months would constitute good continuity of care.

  • How may I gain access to my medical records online?

    Although certain EHR companies are granting patients some access to their records, this has not yet been a widely adopted practice in the industry. At this time, we will be glad to provide you with copies of your records upon request.

  • What is your consent policies?

    In AZ, general consent is generally considered to be given when you schedule your appointment. Specific consent is only required when the procedure to be performed is not routine and has specific non-routine risks or potentially harmful side effects.

  • Who should I contact regarding general billing issues?

    Please contact (602) 424-7967 (local) or (877) 845-2969 (long distance) for all billing issues.

  • How do you handle my complaints?

    In general, positive and constructive feedback are helpful and are always welcome; however, negative and destructive comments that are in direct conflict with our Office Policies and/or Financial Policies simply suggest that our practice may not be the right one for you

  • What if I decide to dispute my bills because I am not happy with the services?

    Please understand that we will continue to do our best to provide quality and beyond-the-standard medical care to all our patients; however, our providers and staff are compensated based on time spent and services rendered and cannot necessarily guarantee desired outcomes. Disputes will be handled by our billing service with appropriate legal authorities and collection agencies

Still have a question?

If you have any questions about allergies, treatment options, or anything else, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to help and can assist with any inquiries or schedule a consultation with one of our allergy specialists.

Take the First Step Toward Better Health!

Don’t wait until it’s too late to take charge of your health. Whether you’re looking to prevent chronic diseases or manage existing conditions, our team of dedicated healthcare professionals is here to help. Book an appointment today with one of our compassionate primary care physicians in Phoenix. Together, we can create a personalized plan that supports your long-term health and well-being.

Schedule your appointment today and let us help you live your healthiest life!  Call us at (480) 961-2366 or fill out our online form.