Family Practice vs

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What is the main difference between family practice and general practice?

Family practice doctors are specialized in specific areas of medicine, while general practitioners offer a wide range of medical services.
Family practice doctors provide care to all patients irrespective of their age, while general practitioners offer general medical services but do not typically specialize in a particular area. (correct)
Family practice doctors focus on preventive care, while general practitioners focus on treating existing medical conditions.
Family practice doctors only provide care to adults, while general practitioners offer general medical services to patients of all ages.

What type of services do family medicine doctors provide?

Specialized care for specific medical conditions
Diagnostic imaging services
Urgent care services
Primary medical care to patients of all ages (correct)

What is the role of a general practitioner?

To offer general medical services to patients of all ages (correct)
To provide specialized care for specific medical conditions
To focus on preventive care and wellness
To offer urgent care services

How does a family doctor differ from a general practitioner in terms of medical history?

<p>Family doctors get to know the entire medical history of the patient and their family, while general practitioners focus on treating existing medical conditions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers