Family medicine physicians Directory
National Family Medicine physician directory
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About family medicine physicians
Family medicine physicians provide comprehensive primary care across the entire lifespan — pediatrics, adolescent, adult and geriatric care all in one practice.
They diagnose and manage acute illness, chronic conditions, preventive care, women's health and minor procedures, and coordinate referrals to specialists when needed.
Family Medicine credentials & licensing
What it takes to practice in the United States.
MD (allopathic) or DO (osteopathic) from an accredited U.S. or international medical school.
3-year ACGME-accredited family medicine residency.
American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) certification, recertified every 7–10 years.
Active, unrestricted medical license issued by the state medical board.
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Browse Cardiology →Family Medicine — questions, answered
What does a family physician treat?+
Family physicians treat acute illness, manage chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension, perform preventive care and screenings, deliver women's and pediatric care, and perform minor in-office procedures.
What's the difference between family medicine and internal medicine?+
Family medicine treats patients of all ages including children; internal medicine focuses on adults only. Family physicians often serve as the entire family's doctor.
Do family doctors deliver babies?+
Some family physicians, especially in rural areas, provide full-spectrum care including obstetrics. Many focus on outpatient primary care without obstetrics.
How often should I see my family doctor?+
Healthy adults: at least annually for preventive care. Patients with chronic conditions: every 3–6 months. Pediatric patients follow the AAP well-child schedule.
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