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Dr. Shaista Karim
General Practitioner
1 Years • MBBS
Kolkata
Dr Utsa Basu Clinic, Kolkata
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Dr. D Bhanu Prakash
General Practitioner
10 Years • MBBS, AFIH
Hyderabad
Apollo 24|7 Virtual Clinic - Telangana, Hyderabad
Dr. Gorla Satish
General Practitioner
2 Years • MD (Physician)
Visakhapatnam
Apollo 24|7 Virtual Clinic - Andhra Pradesh, Visakhapatnam
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Dr P Sai Avinash
General Physician/ Internal Medicine Specialist
5 Years • MBBS
Bengaluru
Apollo Medical Center, Marathahalli, Bengaluru
Dr. Ajay K Sinha
General Physician/ Internal Medicine Specialist
30 Years • MD, Internal Medicine
New Delhi
Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, New Delhi
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Dr. Chandrika H R
Family Physician
30 Years • MBBS, DCP
Bengaluru
HRISHIKESH CLINIC, Bengaluru
Dr. Prathibha Sudhindra
Family Physician
11 Years • MBBS
Bengaluru
Sai Krupa Clinic, Bengaluru
Dr. Riti Srivastava
General Physician/ Internal Medicine Specialist
12 Years • MD Physician
Gautam Buddha Nagar
Shri Krishna Clinic, Gautam Buddha Nagar
Dr. Manoj Jain
General Physician/ Internal Medicine Specialist
11 Years • MBBS, MD
Durgapura
Aarav Diabetes and Multispeciality Center, Durgapura
Dr. Kulothunga Paramasivam
Family Physician
30 Years • MBBS
Chengam
R.K.Hospital, Chengam
Who is a family physician?
Family physicians are medical doctors who provide care to people of all age groups and gender. They specialise in diagnosing chronic conditions, checking for signs or symptoms, providing preventative care, and referring people to specialists, if needed. Family physicians work in private clinics or with groups of other specialists. They also work in several community clinics.
When should you consult a family physician?
Some of the reasons for consulting a family physician include:
- Chronic disease management: family physicians diagnose and manage several chronic disorders and conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, arthritis, high cholesterol, breathing issues, and skin problems.
- Recommendations to specialists: if you are suffering from a chronic disease, a family physician can refer you to a specialist who works in that field of medicine.
- Care for injury or illness: if you or your family member is injured or sick, a family care physician may treat the conditions independently, such as sprains, fractures, cold, flu, bronchitis, pneumonia, and other infections.
- Routine examinations: family physicians perform several routine examinations involving sports and annual physical exams, newborn and child checkups, men’s health screenings, prostate examinations, female pelvic examinations, and annual pap smears.
Roles and responsibilities of family physicians
A family physician’s day-to-day responsibilities are examined by where they work. Several tasks are linked to this role. Some of the roles and responsibilities of family physicians are as follows:
- Provide holistic and ultimate care to patients.
- Book diagnostic tests and interpret results
- Give advice to patients about certain health changes
- Monitor patient’s progress and records.
- Connect with other healthcare providers.
What does a family practice doctor do?
A family physician delivers a diverse range of care services. They provide:
- Immunization and screening tests.
- Counseling on a healthy lifestyle.
- Diagnosing and managing common chronic conditions.
- Regular checkups and health risk examinations.
What are the types of procedures followed by family physicians?
A family care physician may perform the following:
- Evaluation of vitals such as body temperature, blood pressure, heartbeat, and breathing rate
- Screenings to check for growth in newborns and children
- Regular blood tests, head and neck examinations
- Abdominal assessment
- Immunizations
- Skin examinations
- Men’s health screenings such as aortic aneurysm screenings, prostate examinations, and colorectal exam referrals
- Women’s health screenings like osteoporosis screening, pap smears, sexual health screening, and mammogram referrals
A family physician may ask you several questions regarding lifestyle choices, medications, and other health-related issues.
Where to find a family physician?
You can find a family physician easily on the Apollo 24|7 app or website. Browse the best family doctors who can help manage and treat health conditions, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and underlying heart conditions. Book an appointment from the comfort of your home and consult the best family medicine doctors in just 15 minutes.
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FAQs
Who is a family physician?
A family physician is trained to provide comprehensive medical care and preventive services to each member of the family regardless of sex, age or type of problem, be it biological, behavioral, or social. These specialists, because of their background and interactions with the family, are best qualified to serve as each patient's advocate in all health-related matters.
What do family physicians do?
Family physicians treat almost all kinds of illnesses that do not require surgery. Besides treating diseases, they are also responsible for the overall wellbeing of the family. Family physicians are experts at managing, identifying, and treating common illnesses, including acute and chronic illnesses. They also emphasize on health promotion and disease prevention. They can also refer you to an appropriate specialist if your condition requires.
How to consult a family physician online?
To consult a family physician online, click on the ‘Online Doctor Consultation’ section on the Apollo 24/7 app or website. Then type ‘Family Physician’ in the search bar to find a list of family physicians, along with their consultation timings. Choose one that suits your requirements and click on the ‘Consult’ button to book an appointment with a family physician.
Does a family physician treat all health conditions-related problems?
Yes, family physicians treat patients of any age and gender. They often specialize in treating children, women, or the elderly. They do routine checkups and screening tests, give you flu and immunization shots, and help manage diabetes and other ongoing medical conditions. Family physicians help patients prevent, understand, and manage illness, navigate the health system and set health goals.
When should I consult a family physician?
You should visit a family physician if you have questions or require treatment for cold, fever and other mild symptoms. This includes coughing, high fever, sneezing etc. When you and any family member are both sick, you can go to the same doctor together. Family physicians are specialised in identifying health issues before they become severe. Hence, it is a good idea to visit a family physician from time to time to receive preventive care.
What do we call a family physician in simple words?
Family physicians are simply called family doctors as they possess unique attitudes, skills and knowledge which qualify them to provide ongoing, comprehensive medical care to each member of the family.
Can I consult with a family physician anytime?
Yes, on Apollo 24/7, you can consult a family physician anytime. Our family physicians are available round-the-clock for online consultations. Just pick your preferred slot and book a consultation.
How do I choose the best family physician in India?
Apollo 24/7 has the best family physicians in India who are available round-the-clock to offer you an online consultation. All our doctors are highly-qualified and experienced to ensure that all your health conditions are taken care of.
Does video consultation available with all family physicians?
Yes, all family physicians on the Apollo 24/7 platform offer video call consultations.
Can I visit a family physician even if I rarely fall sick?
Yes, you can. Family physicians are specialised in identifying health issues before they become severe. Hence, it is a good idea to visit a family physician from time to time to receive preventive care such as cancer screenings, immunizations, flu shots, etc. A family physician can also offer you diet and lifestyle advice for improving your health.
What kind of tests will a family physician recommend?
A family physician will recommend tests depending on your condition after he/she examines you. Some of the tests that a family physician may recommend are blood tests (for e.g., fasting glucose, CBC, etc.), urine test, imaging tests (for e.g., chest X-Ray scan, mammogram, etc.), cancer screenings, etc.
Can family physicians perform surgery?
Family physicians don’t generally perform surgeries as they are not trained to do so. They primarily offer non-surgical treatments for a variety of medical conditions. Surgeries are performed by a general surgeon. However, in rare cases, family physicians can perform minor surgeries depending on the urgency of the condition."