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What is primary care? Part 2

Noreta Family Medicine

Is a General Physician (GP) the same as a Family Physician (FP)? A general physician (GP) is not the same as a family physician (FP). After medical school, a person earns the degree of Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO). Don’t worry; HIPAA laws protect your privacy and medical information.