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One I prepared earlier

Adventures of a Sick Doctor

I've been neglecting this blog. I write a column in a medical newspaper every couple of months, and that absorbs my writing energy. My wonderful GP has died, but I am building a relationship with my new one. The Red Door has been painted blue by its new owners. I try to talk to other doctors about looking after themselves.

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What is primary care? Part 2

Noreta Family Medicine

During our post-medical school residency years, we are trained by many different types of doctors including pediatricians, OB/GYNs, surgeons, psychiatrists, neurologists, ENTs and more. Don’t worry; HIPAA laws protect your privacy and medical information. Is a General Physician (GP) the same as a Family Physician (FP)?

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8 Reasons Why Family Physicians are the Actual Stars of Medicine

Family Medicine Initiative

Family medicine is neither the most prestigious nor the highest paid medical profession. Should GPs actually be treated as the stars of medicine? More GPs = Higher Life Expectancy Did you know that people in areas with more GPs live longer ? 11 , 13 Over time, GPs come to know their patients well.