Personal physician

Personal Physician

A personal physician is a medical doctor who provides comprehensive and continuous healthcare to an individual or family across all ages, genders, diseases, and parts of the body. They are known for their role in providing preventive care, treating chronic diseases, and managing overall patient health.

Role and Responsibilities

The primary role of a personal physician is to provide comprehensive and continuous healthcare to their patients. This includes diagnosing and treating illnesses, preventing diseases, promoting health, and managing the overall health of their patients. They are often the first point of contact for a patient within the healthcare system, and they coordinate the care of their patients across other specialties as needed.

Personal physicians often develop long-term relationships with their patients, allowing them to understand their patients' health history, lifestyle, and healthcare needs. This relationship enables the personal physician to provide personalized and targeted care.

Training and Qualifications

Personal physicians are typically trained in family medicine, internal medicine, or pediatrics. They must complete a medical school degree followed by a residency program in their chosen specialty. They must also be licensed to practice medicine in their state and often choose to become board certified in their specialty.

Benefits of Having a Personal Physician

Having a personal physician has several benefits. They provide continuity of care, understanding the patient's health history, and can coordinate care with other specialists. They can also provide preventive care, helping to catch health issues early before they become serious.

See Also

• Family medicine
• Internal medicine
• Pediatrics
• Preventive healthcare
• Chronic disease management