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Cardiovascular risk management of patients with depression in Dutch general practices [Behavioral, psychosocial, and mental illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Depression is a common disease in general practice, leading to an increased cardiovascular risk. The majority of patients with depression is treated by their General Practicioner (GP). In the Netherlands GPs are also responsible for cardiovascular risk management (CVRM), for which a guideline is made.

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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

How is it different from general practice? Physicians who practice internal medicine are called internists or internal medicine doctors. 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.