Chronic Disease Management GP Patients Provider 
Mesa Family Physician
JUNE 24, 2025
While many patients are familiar with terms like “family doctor” or “primary care,” the field of internal medicine often raises questions: What exactly does an internist do? While both provide primary care , there are some key distinctions. Can an Internist Be a Primary Care Provider? It’s about staying ahead of disease.
Family Medicine Initiative
APRIL 10, 2024
More GPs = Higher Life Expectancy Did you know that people in areas with more GPs live longer ? Studies from the USA showed that adding one GP per 10,000 inhabitants was associated with 2-5 fewer deaths 5 , 6 and 4 fewer hospitalizations 5 annually. 11 , 13 Over time, GPs come to know their patients well.
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