Family Medicine Physicians diagnose, treat, and provide preventive care to individuals and families across the lifespan. May refer patients to specialists when needed for further diagnosis or treatment.
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- Family Medicine Physicians
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What do they typically do
- Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients
- Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury
- Coordinate work with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, psychologists, and other health care providers
- Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as needed
- Refer patients to medical specialists or other practitioners when necessary
- Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history and examination results
- Advise patients and community members about diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention
- Order, perform, and interpret tests and analyze records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients' condition
Number of Jobs
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Job Growth +0.6%
Job Openings 2
Education & Training
- Education Most require a graduate degree like a master's, Ph.D., M.D., or law degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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