Do you know what the term “Family Medicine” means? In western countries Family doctors appeared long time ago, while in Russia this notion is still new.
A Family Doctor, or a GP (General Practitioner), - is a highly - qualified certified specialist. He offers multi – profile care and treats a wide range of diseases. In contrast to a usual Therapeutist, dealing only with Internal Diseases, a Family Doctor is also an ENT, a Traumatologist, a GYN, etc. In case of necessity a Family doctor refers the patient to other specialists and will monitor the process of treatment. Usually, a Family Doctor treats his patients during their whole life – since birth till old age, that is why the doctor is aware of the life style, heritable diseases, chronic conditions, habits and other peculiarities. This gives the doctor an opportunity to offer complex treatment and to work out individual approach to every particular patient.
AMC Family Doctors keep close contact with their patients: they offer help in case of emergency, answer questions, give recommendations. No wonder, that as a result, a Doctor becomes a good Family Friend.
