Family physicians are dedicated to treating the whole person and it’s an ongoing, personal patient-physician relationship focusing on integrated care. Family medicine integrates care for patients of all genders and every age.
In addition to diagnosing and treating illness, they also provide preventive care, including routine checkups, health-risk assessments, immunization and screening tests, and personalized counseling on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Family physicians also manage chronic illness, often co-ordinating care provided by other specialists.