Family medicine is care for the whole family, over the whole of your life. A family doctor looks after babies, children, adults and older relatives alike, whatever their age, sex or health condition.
Your family doctor gets to know you as a person: your medical history, your family and the everyday things that affect your health. Over time, that relationship means care that fits you, and one doctor who knows the whole picture.
What your family doctor does
- - Routine check-ups for every member of the family
- - Checking your risk of common conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure
- - Screening tests to catch problems early
- - Diagnosing and treating common illnesses
- - Managing long-term conditions over time
- - Advice on healthy eating, activity and lifestyle
- - Referring you to the right specialist, and coordinating your care with them
- - When to see a family doctor
- - You want one doctor for the whole family
- - You need a check-up or screening
- - You feel unwell and are not sure which specialist to see
- - You have a long-term condition that needs regular follow-up
Common Questions
A family doctor sees patients of every age, from newborns to grandparents. A pediatrician sees only babies, children and teenagers. Many families see our pediatrician for their children and a family doctor for everyone else.
Yes. Seeing the same doctor helps them spot patterns in your family's health and give advice that fits your household.
Services
- - Comprehensive follow-up for every family member
- - Diagnosis and treatment of common and chronic diseases
- - Prevention and health education