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<p></p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>= General Practitioner =<br /> <br /> [[File:Family Medicine Clinic at Naval Branch Health Clinic Mayport.jpg|Family Medicine Clinic at Naval Branch Health Clinic Mayport|thumb]]<br /> == Introduction ==<br /> A [[General practitioner]] (GP), also known as a family physician (FP), is a medical doctor who provides [[primary care]]. The term is commonly used in the United Kingdom and certain [[Commonwealth]] nations, whereas &quot;physician&quot; typically denotes specialists in non-Commonwealth countries.<br /> <br /> [[File:US Navy 120110-F-EL833-108 U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander Natalie Tussey, Camp Lemonnier primary care physician discusses medication during a medic.jpg|US Navy - primary care|thumb]]<br /> == Roles and Responsibilities ==<br /> GPs/FPs treat a wide array of [[acute]] and [[chronic illnesses]], catering to both genders and all age groups. They play a pivotal role in health education and preventative care, aiming to improve the overall health status of the community they serve.<br /> <br /> == Practice Specialities ==<br /> Some GPs/FPs extend their care to [[hospital]]ized patients, perform minor surgical procedures, and provide [[obstetrics]] services. These additional services may vary based on the healthcare system of the respective country, additional qualifications of the GP, and the needs of the patients.<br /> <br /> == Education and Training ==<br /> The training to become a GP/FP varies globally. Typically, it includes a bachelor&#039;s degree in medicine, followed by postgraduate training in general practice. In certain jurisdictions, GPs/FPs are encouraged to acquire further specializations in areas such as women&#039;s health, mental health, or geriatrics.<br /> <br /> == Challenges and Opportunities ==<br /> The role of the GP/FP is evolving in the face of changing global health trends, advances in healthcare technology, and shifts in patient expectations. GPs/FPs today are required to manage an increasingly complex patient demographic, often with multiple chronic conditions.<br /> <br /> == See Also ==<br /> * [[Primary care]]<br /> * [[Family medicine]]<br /> * [[Specialty (medicine)]]<br /> <br /> == References ==<br /> &lt;references/&gt;<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[http://www.the-shipman-inquiry.org.uk/5r_page.asp?ID=4637 The Shipman Enquiry]<br /> *[https://www.theabfm.org/ American Board of Family Medicine]<br /> *[http://www.online-family-doctor.com/ Family Doctor]- Online information on health<br /> *[http://www.aafp.org American Academy of Family Physicians]<br /> *[http://www.rcgp.org.uk/patients/gp_qualifications.asp GPs’ Qualification] Royal College of General Practitioners RCGP UK<br /> *[http://www.newmediamedicine.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=102 GP Careers Forum]<br /> {{stub}}<br /> {{Medicine}}<br /> [[Category:General practice]]<br /> [[Category:National Health Service]]</div>

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