Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 24, 2025

Internists manage a wide range of conditions, including chronic illnesses like hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease, as well as acute issues such as infections or injuries. Family doctor (GP) : Trained to care for patients of all ages—children, adults, and elderly—often including some women’s health and minor procedures.

Internal Medicine 130

Internal Medicine GP Family Doctor Primary Care 130

Family Medicine Initiative

APRIL 10, 2024

GPs Are the Backbone of Effective Healthcare Systems Countries with a stronger focus on primary care and family medicine, rather than on hospitals and specialists, enjoy better health, 1 , 2 lower health inequalities, 2 , 3 and prevent hospitalizations. 11 , 13 Over time, GPs come to know their patients well.

Family Physician 130

Family Physician Families Family GP 130

BMJ

AUGUST 20, 2021

This could suggest an overall choice in this patient group to avoid interaction with healthcare professionals, or could reflect an inability to seek care brought about by reduced public transport services, reduced family support, or fears of leaving the home.

Primary Care 40

Primary Care Supply Chain General Practitioner Vaccination 40