General and Family Medicine (GFM) is one of the main medical specialties, dedicated to prevention, diagnosis, and continuous health monitoring. In most situations, it is the first point of contact with the healthcare system and forms the basis of primary healthcare.
It is characterized by a comprehensive and holistic approach to the patient, integrating physical, psychological, social, and cultural factors, and by a close and trusting relationship between doctor and patient.
Through consultations in a medical clinic or online, GFM monitors health from childhood to old age, promoting health and well-being and regular, personalized medical follow-up at every stage of life.
The role of the family doctor
The family doctor, a specialist in general and family medicine, provides continuous care for each person, knowing their medical history, lifestyle, and family and social context.
Their role focuses on promoting health and effective disease prevention, as well as diagnosing, treating, and monitoring different health problems. For this purpose, they may prescribe diagnostic tests such as blood and urine tests, cardiac examinations such as an electrocardiogram, echocardiogram and Holter monitoring, as well as X rays, ultrasound scans, CT scans, MRI scans, among others.
Whenever necessary, the family doctor ensures referral to other medical specialists, guaranteeing continuity and coordination of care.
