Quick answer: A primary care doctor (PCP) serves as your central health partner — managing preventive screenings, coordinating specialist care, treating chronic diseases, and building the long-term relationship that leads to better health outcomes. In Upper Marlboro and Waldorf, MD, Dr. Yetunde Sannoh at Total Wellness Healthcare Clinic provides this comprehensive, personalized care to new and returning patients.
If you have been putting off finding a primary care doctor, you are not alone. Many people only seek medical care when something goes wrong. But research consistently shows that patients with a dedicated PCP live healthier, longer lives — with fewer emergency room visits, better-managed chronic conditions, and lower overall healthcare costs.
At Total Wellness Healthcare Clinic, Dr. Yetunde Sannoh, a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician with over 10 years of experience, provides holistic, patient-centered primary care at two convenient locations in Prince George’s County. Here is exactly why establishing care with a primary care physician should be your top health priority this year.
1. What Does a Primary Care Doctor Actually Do?
A primary care physician (PCP) is the first point of contact for all of your health needs. Unlike specialists who focus on a single organ or condition, your PCP looks at your whole health picture — physical, mental, and preventive — and coordinates all the pieces of your care.
At Total Wellness Healthcare Clinic, primary care services include:
- Annual wellness exams and physical checkups
- Immunizations and vaccinations for adults
- Blood work, lab tests, and diagnostic screenings
- Blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes monitoring
- Cancer screenings (colorectal, cervical, breast, prostate)
- Acute illness treatment (infections, injuries, respiratory illness)
- Medication management and prescription refills
- Referrals to specialists when needed
Dr. Sannoh also integrates mental health support, medical weight loss, and chronic disease management into her primary care practice — meaning you can often address multiple health concerns in a single, trusted relationship.
2. How Does Preventive Care Save Lives?
Preventive care is arguably the most important thing a primary care doctor does. Many of the leading causes of death in the United States — including heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers — can be detected early or prevented entirely through regular screenings and lifestyle interventions.
What preventive screenings should adults have?
Depending on your age, sex, family history, and risk factors, Dr. Sannoh may recommend:
- Blood pressure screening (recommended for all adults)
- HbA1c test for prediabetes and diabetes
- Lipid panel for cholesterol levels
- Colorectal cancer screening starting at age 45
- Mammograms and Pap smears for women
- Bone density scans for women over 65
- STI screenings and HIV testing
- Depression and anxiety screening
Without a PCP monitoring your health year over year, these screenings may never happen — or they happen too late. Regular visits create a baseline for your health so that when something changes, your doctor notices it immediately.
3. Why Is a Personalized Care Plan Important?
Generic health advice does not work. Your health is shaped by your genetics, lifestyle, medical history, environment, and personal goals — and your care plan should reflect all of that.
Dr. Sannoh takes the time to understand each patient as a whole person. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach, she develops individualized treatment plans that evolve as your needs change. This is especially critical for patients managing:
- Type 2 diabetes or prediabetes
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- High cholesterol
- Obesity or difficulty losing weight
- Anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions
- Chronic pain
- Thyroid disorders
- Heart disease or a family history of cardiovascular disease
Does Total Wellness Healthcare Clinic offer mental health services?
Yes. Dr. Sannoh integrates mental health care into her primary care practice, recognizing that mental and physical health are deeply connected. Treating depression or anxiety as part of your overall wellness plan — rather than a separate concern — leads to better outcomes for both.
4. How Can a Primary Care Doctor Help With Weight Loss?
Medical weight loss is one of the most requested services at Total Wellness Healthcare Clinic. Many patients struggle with weight not because of lack of effort, but because of underlying medical factors — hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance, medication side effects, thyroid dysfunction, or metabolic conditions.
What is medical weight loss, and is it different from a diet?
Medical weight loss is a physician-supervised program that addresses the biological and behavioral factors behind weight gain. Unlike fad diets, it is rooted in evidence-based medicine. Dr. Sannoh’s weight loss programs may include:
- Comprehensive metabolic and hormone testing
- Personalized nutrition and lifestyle counseling
- GLP-1 receptor agonist medications (such as semaglutide) when appropriate
- Ongoing monitoring and medication adjustments
- Support for co-occurring conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure
Patients who pursue medical weight loss under a doctor’s supervision achieve results that are safer, more sustainable, and more likely to improve long-term health outcomes.
5. What Are the Benefits of Having One Doctor Who Knows Your Full Health History?
One of the most underrated benefits of primary care is continuity. When your doctor has seen you year after year, they know your baseline — what is normal for you, what your risk factors are, and how your health has changed over time.
This continuity leads to:
- Faster and more accurate diagnoses
- Fewer redundant or unnecessary tests
- Better management of chronic conditions
- Safer medication management (avoiding interactions)
- A genuine doctor-patient relationship built on trust
At Total Wellness Healthcare Clinic, many patients have been with Dr. Sannoh for multiple years. The relationships she builds are at the core of her practice — and the outcomes her patients achieve reflect that.
What do patients say about Dr. Sannoh?
This is my 3rd year going on 4th year with such an awesome doctor. My health has been at its best in over 20 years.” — Mya A.
Kind, thorough, and very knowledgeable doctor with a helpful and patient team.” — Heleese S.
Such an amazing experience. So personable, detailed and caring. I haven’t stopped talking about my visit.” — Tonya F.
Frequently Asked Questions About Primary Care in Upper Marlboro & Waldorf, MD
Is Total Wellness Healthcare Clinic accepting new patients?
Yes. Total Wellness Healthcare Clinic is actively welcoming new patients at both the Upper Marlboro and Waldorf, Maryland locations. You can call (301) 494-1006 - Upper Marlboro Office or (301) 494-1006 - Waldorf Office or request an appointment online at yourtotalwellnessclinic.com.
Where is Total Wellness Healthcare Clinic located?
The Upper Marlboro office is at 9500 Marlboro Pike, Suite 12, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772, open Monday–Friday 9 AM–5 PM. The Waldorf office is at 605 Post Office Rd, Suite 101, Waldorf, MD 20602, open Thursdays 10 AM–5 PM.
What insurance does Total Wellness Healthcare Clinic accept?
The clinic accepts a variety of insurance plans. Visit yourtotalwellnessclinic.com/new-patients/insurances or call (301) 494-1006 - Upper Marlboro Office or (301) 494-1006 - Waldorf Office for the full and most current list of accepted insurances.
What services does Total Wellness Healthcare Clinic offer beyond primary care?
In addition to internal medicine and primary care, the clinic offers medical weight loss, mental health services, IV hydration therapy, aesthetics, chronic disease management, pain management, opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment, medical marijuana certification, and physical wellness programs — all under one roof.
Who is the doctor at Total Wellness Healthcare Clinic?
Dr. Yetunde Sannoh, MD, is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician with over 10 years of clinical experience. She serves patients in Upper Marlboro, Waldorf, and across Prince George’s County, Maryland.
Ready to find a primary care doctor in Upper Marlboro or Waldorf, MD?
Total Wellness Healthcare Clinic is here for you. Whether you need a new PCP, want to address a chronic condition, or are ready to explore medical weight loss or other wellness services, Dr. Sannoh and her team are ready to help.
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