Preventative care

Washington, DC

Preventative care is proactive care.

People often treat their health in a reactive way. They wait for symptoms to arise or a condition to become unbearable before seeking medical support. Preventative care, however, is proactive. Instead of sitting and waiting to get sick, you adopt habits that make sickness or illness less likely. Instead of reacting to symptoms and only tending to health crises when they occur, preventative care helps prevent them from emerging in the first place. 

Dr. Beaton offers physical exams, health screenings, and lifestyle recommendations to keep disease at bay. Preventative care also means any complications or concerning symptoms can be caught early, when they’re most likely to be treatable and prevent serious implications for your health.

Preventative Care Services

  • Regular Physical Exams

  • Cancer screening recommendations

  • Blood pressure monitoring

  • Dietary recommendations

  • Medication management

Galleri™ Cancer Screening Test

I’m excited to offer the Galleri™ Cancer Screening Test, a groundbreaking multi-cancer early detection tool. The Galleri™ test works by detecting and analyzing the presence of cell-free DNA (cfDNA) released into the bloodstream by certain types of cancer. This cfDNA contains specific methylation patterns, which are unique to different cancers. By identifying these unique DNA signatures, the Galleri™ test can not only indicate the presence of cancer but also suggest where in the body it likely originated.

This simple, non-invasive test requires just a small blood sample and delivers results in a matter of weeks. It is ideal for individuals at higher risk for cancer or those seeking to take a proactive approach to their health.

For more information, visit the Galleri™ official site.

(Note: The Galleri™ test is available for patients who meet specific medical criteria.)

Reference: Schrag D, Beer TM, McDonnell CH, et al. Blood-based tests for multi-cancer early detection (PATHFINDER): a prospective cohort study. Lancet. 2023;402:1251-1260. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(23)01700-2.

Let’s take a proactive approach to your health.

According to the World Health Organization, 80% of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and 40% of cancer could be prevented with improvements to diet and lifestyle.

Dr. Beaton is here to help you create a wellness path customized to you, your current health concerns, your family history, your schedule, and your preferences.