Business Details
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Your Trusted Primary Care Partner in Margate, FL
Established in 2021, Rock Island Medical Center is a primary care facility specializing in geriatric and family medicine. Our mission centers on delivering exceptional, patient-focused care through individualized healthcare solutions in a state-of-the-art environment. With a team of experienced professionals, including a geriatrician with over a decade of clinical expertise, we prioritize preventive care to address potential health issues proactively. Our trained staff emphasizes compassionate service, ensuring patients receive personalized attention tailored to their unique needs.Located in Margate, Florida, we offer comprehensive services including allergy testing, TB screening, annual physicals, and PAP smears. Our office operates with extended weekday hours to accommodate patient schedules while maintaining rigorous medical standards. We actively engage with patients to address insurance inquiries and provide transparent communication about our services. Through our commitment to quality care and community health, we strive to be the trusted healthcare partner for adults seeking reliable medical solutions.
Services
Allergy Testing
TB Testing
Annual Physicals
PAP Smears
Primary Care
Geriatric Medicine
Details
- Year established: 2021
Highlights and features
- We specialize in geriatric and family medicine with experienced physicians
- Our state-of-the-art facility prioritizes patient comfort and modern diagnostics
- Preventive care approach catches health issues before they escalate
- Team emphasizes personalized attention and compassionate service delivery
- Extended weekday hours accommodate busy patient schedules
Services
Allergy Testing
Our allergy testing identifies reactions to common allergens like pollen, mold, pet dander, and foods. Using skin prick methods, we help patients understand their sensitivities and develop management strategies. This diagnostic service enables personalized treatment plans to improve quality of life for allergy sufferers.
TB Testing
We provide TB skin testing through intradermal antigen injection to detect tuberculosis exposure. Our medical team administers and interprets tests following CDC guidelines, offering accurate diagnosis and appropriate follow-up care when needed for this serious bacterial infection.
Annual Physicals
Comprehensive annual checkups assess overall health status through physical examination and medical history review. These preventive visits help detect early signs of potential conditions, allowing timely intervention while focusing on individual patient risk factors and wellness goals.
PAP Smears
This essential cancer prevention service examines cervical cells for abnormal changes that could indicate precancerous conditions. Performed by trained professionals, our PAP smear service includes proper specimen collection and laboratory analysis to ensure accurate reproductive health assessments.
Primary Care
Our primary care services offer continuous medical management for adults, combining acute care with chronic disease management. We provide personalized treatment plans, health education, and coordination of specialist referrals to maintain comprehensive patient wellness across all adult age groups.
People
Wiqar U Sheikh, MD
Medical Director
Board-certified geriatrician with over 10 years of experience specializing in senior healthcare. Focuses on preventive medicine and managing age-related conditions through comprehensive patient assessments.
Asiya Sheikh
Office & Billing Manager
Manages practice operations and financial processes while ensuring patient care continuity. Coordinates staff efforts to maintain high service standards and insurance-related communications.
Kacie Clarke
Lead Medical Assistant
Certified medical assistant trained at ATI Career Training Center. Provides clinical support with expertise in patient preparation and diagnostic assistance since 2018.
Questions
What medical services do you offer?
We provide primary care, geriatric medicine, allergy testing, TB screening, annual physicals, and PAP smears in a patient-centered environment.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call our office at 954-721-8707 during business hours or use our online contact form to request an appointment with our medical team.
Do you accept insurance?
Our billing team assists with insurance questions and verification. Contact us directly to confirm coverage details for your specific plan.
What are your office hours?
We're open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM; Wednesday and Friday 9:00 AM-3:00 PM. Closed weekends.
Is preventive care emphasized at your center?
Yes, our approach focuses on early detection through regular screenings and annual exams to prevent serious health issues before they develop.
