This column first appeared in the March 15 edition of the Lexington Herald-Leader. 

By Virginia Valentin and Hannah Anderson

When finding a home base for health care, patients are no longer considering a single doctor in their community. In today's primary care setting, multiple professionals work together as a team. A diversity of professionals exist within the health care industry to accommodate the various needs of patients and ensure the health care process is fluid and functional. Read more on UKNow.