Business Details
16 Years
experience
Advanced Preventive Care Services in Mountain View
Cogent Family Healthcare is a primary care practice dedicated to disease prevention and advanced health screenings. Founded in 2010, we specialize in cutting-edge diagnostic technologies like Fibroscan liver testing and carotid IMT ultrasound to assess heart attack risk. Our board-certified physician, Dr. Stephen Sims, prioritizes personalized medicine, addressing conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disease, and liver fibrosis through customized treatment plans.We emphasize patient education to empower informed health decisions, combining traditional care with innovative approaches like early cancer detection via the Galleri blood test. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in patient testimonials praising our thoroughness, compassionate care, and proactive health management strategies.
Services
Liver Fibrosis Screening
Heart Attack Risk Assessment
Cancer Prevention Testing
Chronic Disease Management
Annual Preventative Exams
Metabolic Health Services
Fibroscan Testing
IMT Ultrasound
Weight Loss Programs
Early Cancer Detection
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer in-house Fibroscan and IMT ultrasound for early disease detection.
- Our physician pioneered Rezdiffra treatment for liver fibrosis in California.
- We provide personalized treatment plans for chronic conditions like diabetes.
- Our practice uses advanced cholesterol testing and inflammation analysis.
- We focus on patient education and evidence-based preventive strategies.
What people say
Caring doctor
Thorough analysis
Timely responses
Personalized approach
Advanced diagnostics
Services
Liver Fibrosis Screening
Our liver fibrosis screening uses Fibroscan technology to detect early-stage liver disease. This non-invasive test identifies fibrosis risk factors like fatty liver and inflammation, enabling timely intervention. Ideal for patients with diabetes, obesity, or metabolic syndrome, this service helps prevent progression to cirrhosis or liver cancer through early detection and treatment.
Heart Attack Risk Assessment
Our comprehensive heart attack risk assessment combines carotid IMT ultrasound with advanced blood testing. This approach detects arterial inflammation and plaque buildup before symptoms appear. South Asian patients benefit from specialized screening protocols addressing their unique risk factors, providing more accurate risk stratification than traditional methods.
Annual Preventative Exams
These exams include cutting-edge diagnostics like Galleri cancer detection blood tests and vitamin deficiency screenings. We identify early disease markers through comprehensive metabolic panels and advanced cholesterol analysis. Our exams incorporate lifestyle counseling and preventive strategies tailored to individual risk profiles for optimal long-term health outcomes.
Chronic Disease Management
We specialize in managing diabetes, hypertension, and thyroid disorders using evidence-based protocols. Our approach combines medication management with lifestyle modifications and regular monitoring. Advanced testing for insulin resistance and kidney disease enables personalized treatment plans that improve quality of life and reduce complication risks.
Metabolic Health Services
These services address hormonal imbalances affecting energy levels and metabolism. We test for thyroid conversion issues and treat magnesium deficiencies linked to migraines. Our approach combines lab testing with targeted supplementation and lifestyle adjustments to optimize metabolic function and alleviate symptoms like chronic fatigue.
People
Stephen J Sims
Board-Certified Family Physician
Dr. Sims has practiced family medicine in Mountain View since 2010. He specializes in preventive care and chronic disease management, with expertise in advanced diagnostics. His approach combines traditional medicine with innovative treatments like Rezdiffra for liver fibrosis.
Questions
What makes Cogent Family Healthcare different from other primary care providers?
We specialize in advanced preventive diagnostics like Fibroscan and IMT ultrasound, with a focus on early disease detection and personalized treatment plans.
Do you accept my insurance plan?
We accept traditional Medicare, PPO, and Medicare Advantage plans. Verify network participation using tax ID 562-605-608 for accurate coverage confirmation.
What services are available for heart attack prevention?
We offer carotid IMT ultrasound, CCTA-FFR plaque analysis, and advanced cholesterol testing to comprehensively assess and manage cardiovascular risk factors.
Can I get liver fibrosis screening without being a regular patient?
Yes, we provide Fibroscan testing and results discussion for patients aged 18-69, even if you receive primary care elsewhere.
What advanced diagnostic technologies do you use?
We utilize Fibroscan for liver fibrosis, IMT ultrasound for arterial health, and Galleri blood tests for early cancer detection among other cutting-edge tools.
How do you approach chronic disease management?
Our approach combines medication management with lifestyle modifications, using advanced testing to create personalized treatment plans for conditions like diabetes and hypertension.
Reviews (5)
John Stone
Feb 05, 2021
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As thorough as possible during pandemic.
Insightful analysis. Excellent and helpful visit notes provided.
Insightful analysis. Excellent and helpful visit notes provided.
Ramachandran Krishnaswamy
Jan 20, 2021
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Despite the constraints imposed by Covid, Dr. Sims is providing excellent professional service with detailed in-person video conferences, and services in his parking lot. As he did in person, he takes all the time necessary to explain and guide in video conferences. We are very satisfied with the service provided.
Charles Maniscalco
Jul 09, 2020
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I am very much impressed and feel very safe with the outdoor exam tents. It's comforting to see Dr. Sims' office take their patient's health during the pandemic so seriously.
Wendy D.
Jan 07, 2020
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I have been seeing Dr. Sims since 2011. He has been the most attentive and capable doctor I have worked with. He is research based, forward thinking, attentive and considerate. I have a rare and complex medical condition and he has done a better job securing an optimal quality of life for me than any specialist I've worked with. I can not recommend him highly enough.
Hudson Zhao
Jun 13, 2019
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Dr. Sims is the best doctor I have ever seen. He has everything as a great doctor: kindness, experience, knowledge. the most important thing is he cares patients' all the needs. Moreover, his staffs are fantastic too, naming a few, Dr. Yesim, Rhoda. I wanted to say "Thank you very much Dr. Sims"
