Family Medicine Doctors
* Family medicine doctors are trained to provide care to patients of all ages, from newborns to the elderly. They are also trained in a variety of medical specialties, including internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and surgery.
* Family medicine doctors typically see patients for routine checkups, as well as for acute and chronic medical conditions. They may also provide preventive care services, such as immunizations and screenings for diseases like cancer, diabetes, and high blood pressure.
* Family medicine doctors often develop long-term relationships with their patients and their families. This can be especially important for patients with complex medical conditions or those who need ongoing support.
Internal Medicine Doctors
* Internal medicine doctors are trained to provide care for adults, typically starting in adolescence. They are not trained in pediatrics, obstetrics, or gynecology, but they are trained in a variety of other medical specialties, including cardiology, pulmonology, gastroenterology, and nephrology.
* Internal medicine doctors typically see patients for routine checkups, as well as for acute and chronic medical conditions. They may also provide preventive care services, such as immunizations and screenings for diseases like cancer, diabetes, and high blood pressure.
* Internal medicine doctors may also provide consultative care to other physicians. For example, they may be asked to see a patient who has been hospitalized with a complex medical condition.
Which type of doctor is right for you?
The best way to decide which type of doctor is right for you is to talk with your insurance company and your primary care physician. They can help you understand the differences between family medicine doctors and internal medicine doctors and make a recommendation based on your individual needs.