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General Practitioner Washington, DC
General Practitioner Washington, DC
Find a general practitioner in Washington, DC who can help with wellness integrative medicine, annual physicals, sports physicals, primary care, acute care, chronic disease care, illness, cancer screening, and more.Results for Washington, DC
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Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
1400 I Street NW
Suite 825
Washington, DC 20005Johns Hopkins Community Physicians offers long-term, comprehensive adult care, managing both common and complex illne... -
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Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
5215 Loughboro Road, N.W.
Suite 150
Washington, DC 20016Surgery experts at Johns Hopkins General Surgery at Sibley, formerly Johns Hopkins Community Physicians General Surge... -
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Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
Distance: 6.83 mi7315 Wisconsin Avenue
Suite 700
Bethesda, MD 20814Johns Hopkins Community Physicians offers long-term, comprehensive adult care, endocrinology, gynecology, and neurolo... -
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Johns Hopkins Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Distance: 6.83 mi6420 Rockledge Drive
Suite 4920
Bethesda, MD 20817The Johns Hopkins Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Center, part of the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and... -
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Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - McLean
Distance: 8.05 mi6849 Old Dominion Drive
Suite 300
McLean, VA 22101Johns Hopkins Community Physicians offers adult primary care and select specialty care right here in McLean, Virginia... -
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Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
Distance: 11.23 mi6000 Executive Boulevard
Suite 625
North Bethesda, MD 20852Johns Hopkins Community Physicians offers long-term adult care and family medicine right here in Rockville, Maryland.... -
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Adam Possner
North Bethesda Primary CareDistance: 11.23 mi11300 Rockville Pike
Suite 1015
North Bethesda, MD 20852Our practice is based on a very simple idea: there is no substitute for time when it comes to excellent medical care.... -
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Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
Distance: 14.47 mi14955 Shady Grove Road
Suite 100
Rockville, MD 20850Johns Hopkins Community Physicians is a General Practitioner facility at 14955 Shady Grove Road Suite 100 in Rockvill... -
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Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
Distance: 15.83 mi17001 Science Drive
Suite 102
Bowie, MD 20715Johns Hopkins Community Physicians offers long-term pediatric care and family medicine right here in Bowie, Maryland.... -
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Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
Distance: 17.05 mi7704 Matapeake Business Drive
Suite 110
Brandywine, MD 20613Johns Hopkins Community Physicians offers long-term adult care and family medicine right here in Brandywine, Maryland... -
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Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
Distance: 18.69 mi8115 Maple Lawn Boulevard
Suite 140
Fulton, MD 20759Johns Hopkins Community Physicians offers long-term adult care, pediatric care, and family medicine right here in Fre... -
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Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
Distance: 21.68 mi5010 Regency Place
Suite 300
White Plains, MD 20695Johns Hopkins Community Physicians, at Fairview Business Park, offers long-term adult care, pediatric care, and famil... -
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Kisha Lawton
Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Charles CountyDistance: 21.68 mi5010 Regency Place
Suite 300
White Plains, MD 20695Kisha Lawton practices as a General Practitioner in White Plains, MD. -
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Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
Distance: 22.99 mi20500 Seneca Meadows Parkway
Suite 2400
Germantown, MD 20876Johns Hopkins Community Physicians offers long-term adult care and family medicine right here in Germantown, Maryland... -
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Johns Hopkins Community Physicans - Columbia North
Distance: 26.09 mi8820 Columbia 100 Parkway
Suite 400
Columbia, MD 21045Johns Hopkins Community Physicians offers adult primary care right here in Columbia, Maryland. Our providers take the... -
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Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Family and Internal Medicine
Distance: 26.09 mi6350 Stevens Forest Road
Suite 102
Columbia, MD 21046Johns Hopkins Community Physicians offers long-term, comprehensive care for the whole family, managing both common an... -
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Vanessa Ruales
Johns Hopkins Medicine - Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical CenterDistance: 26.09 mi5755 Cedar Lane
Columbia, MD 21044Vanessa Ruales practices as a General Practitioner in Columbia, MD. -
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Centennial Medical Group Primary Care
Distance: 26.09 mi6250 Old Dobbin Lane
Columbia, MD 21045Centennial Medical Group Primary Care is a General Practitioner facility at 6250 Old Dobbin Lane in Columbia, MD. -
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Suresh Malik
Quality Primary careDistance: 14.47 mi50 West Edmonston Drive
50 West Edmonston Drive, STE 404
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Christopher Puleo, MD
106 Irving Street Northwest Suite 4800N106 Irving Street Northwest
Suite 4800N
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William Brown Jr, MD
University Obstectrical Assoc1210 Maple View Pl SE Ste 101
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Martin Wolfe, MD
Traveler's Medical Svc Of WA2141 K St NW Ste 408, Travelers Med Serv
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Darrell Abernethy, MD
3900 Reservoir Rd NW, Gtu Med Ctr Bldg/Med-Dentn
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Robert Beale Jr, MD
1712 Eye St NW Ste 604
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James Benge, MD
110 Luke Ave SW Ste 400
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1231 Marion Barry Ave SE
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Usda-Fsis, 1400 Independence Ave SW
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Jeffrey Cooper, MD
915 15th St NW Ste 900
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David Earl, MD
3800 Reservoir Rd NW, Dept Of Nuclear Medicine
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H Foley, MD
6825 16th St NW
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Thomas Garland, MD
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General Practitioner Info
General Practitioner Summary:
A general practitioner is a medical doctor that treats patients for illnesses, whether they are long term or short term in duration. This type of doctor also offers preventive health care and patient education for maintenance of health and overall well being.
These doctors use a holistic approach to treat patients. Their patients may be healthy or may have one of multiple health care problems. The general practitioner was common in the past, but has mostly been replaced by newer titles such as the family doctor and the primary care physician.
General practitioners treat both acute and chronic illnesses of nearly every type that do not require the services of a specialist. While the medical issues treated by these doctors may be exhaustive, some of these conditions may include:
General practitioners can obtain additional qualifications in areas such as adolescent medicine and geriatric medicine. Others include hospice, sleep medicine, and sports medicine.
General practitioners use interviews combined with a physical examination to make a diagnosis or to check up on continuing health and wellness. These doctors may recommend or perform lab procedures such as taking blood and performing x-rays. General practitioners may prescribe medications and offer nutrition and activity advice, in addition to making recommendations for specific patient lifestyle changes. Additional procedures may involve in-office surgical procedures such as lancing and draining abscesses.
After completion of a Bachelor Degree with a strong emphasis in one of the science fields, a candidate must attend at least 4 years of education at an accredited medical school, followed by a 3 - 7 year residency program. An additional 1 - 3 years of fellowship is necessary for those wishing to add a specialty or additional qualifications. Specific exams are required, then the doctor must become licensed in the state in which he or she will practice medicine. Voluntary board certification may also be obtained.
General Practitioner FAQs:
What is a General Practitioner?
A General Practitioner is a healthcare professional who practices medicine and is licensed by a state board.
What type of work does a General Practitioner do?
A General Practitioner counsels and examines patients for injuries or diseases. A General Practitioner can do minor procedures, for example, treat skin lesions.
What's the difference between a General Practitioner and a Family Doctor?
A Family Doctor is a General Practitioner with the additional education and training for Family Doctor designation. Both treat a wide range of health issues, but the family doctor has additional training for the needs specific to patients of all ages.
Can my whole family see a General Practitioner?
While the General Practitioner is qualified to treat all patients, he or she should have additional qualifications in family medicine in order to be up-to-date on issues that are specific to children and the elderly.
What can I see a General Practitioner for?
You can see a General Practitioner for any common problem. A General Practitioner can take care of patients of all ages.
How many General Practitioners are there in the United States?
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality states that there are approximately 209,000 in the United States as of 2010.
How do I find a General Practitioner in my city and state?
The Wellness.com directory will help you locate a General Practitioner in your state. Select General Practitioner from the professionals menu and select the state that you are looking to locate a General Practitioner in. After you have located your state, find the city that you will need a General Practitioner in. Select the state and city and you will see a list of General Practitioners in your city and state.
General Practitioner Related Terms:
general practice, family doctor, primary care physician, physical examinations, cholesterol testing, wound care, pap smears, immunizations, skin biopsies, fitness programs, stress reduction plans, ongoing evaluations, bone density testing, menopause treatment
A general practitioner is a medical doctor that treats patients for illnesses, whether they are long term or short term in duration. This type of doctor also offers preventive health care and patient education for maintenance of health and overall well being.
These doctors use a holistic approach to treat patients. Their patients may be healthy or may have one of multiple health care problems. The general practitioner was common in the past, but has mostly been replaced by newer titles such as the family doctor and the primary care physician.
Conditions Treated:
General practitioners treat both acute and chronic illnesses of nearly every type that do not require the services of a specialist. While the medical issues treated by these doctors may be exhaustive, some of these conditions may include:
- Arthritis
- Back pain
- Common cold
- COPD
- Diabetes
- Diarrhea
- Ear infections
- Fever
- High blood pressure
- Lyme disease
- Meningitis
- Pain
Specialties:
General practitioners can obtain additional qualifications in areas such as adolescent medicine and geriatric medicine. Others include hospice, sleep medicine, and sports medicine.
Procedures and Treatments:
General practitioners use interviews combined with a physical examination to make a diagnosis or to check up on continuing health and wellness. These doctors may recommend or perform lab procedures such as taking blood and performing x-rays. General practitioners may prescribe medications and offer nutrition and activity advice, in addition to making recommendations for specific patient lifestyle changes. Additional procedures may involve in-office surgical procedures such as lancing and draining abscesses.
Profession Details:
After completion of a Bachelor Degree with a strong emphasis in one of the science fields, a candidate must attend at least 4 years of education at an accredited medical school, followed by a 3 - 7 year residency program. An additional 1 - 3 years of fellowship is necessary for those wishing to add a specialty or additional qualifications. Specific exams are required, then the doctor must become licensed in the state in which he or she will practice medicine. Voluntary board certification may also be obtained.
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General Practitioner FAQs:
What is a General Practitioner?
A General Practitioner is a healthcare professional who practices medicine and is licensed by a state board.
What type of work does a General Practitioner do?
A General Practitioner counsels and examines patients for injuries or diseases. A General Practitioner can do minor procedures, for example, treat skin lesions.
What's the difference between a General Practitioner and a Family Doctor?
A Family Doctor is a General Practitioner with the additional education and training for Family Doctor designation. Both treat a wide range of health issues, but the family doctor has additional training for the needs specific to patients of all ages.
Can my whole family see a General Practitioner?
While the General Practitioner is qualified to treat all patients, he or she should have additional qualifications in family medicine in order to be up-to-date on issues that are specific to children and the elderly.
What can I see a General Practitioner for?
You can see a General Practitioner for any common problem. A General Practitioner can take care of patients of all ages.
How many General Practitioners are there in the United States?
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality states that there are approximately 209,000 in the United States as of 2010.
How do I find a General Practitioner in my city and state?
The Wellness.com directory will help you locate a General Practitioner in your state. Select General Practitioner from the professionals menu and select the state that you are looking to locate a General Practitioner in. After you have located your state, find the city that you will need a General Practitioner in. Select the state and city and you will see a list of General Practitioners in your city and state.
General Practitioner Related Terms:
general practice, family doctor, primary care physician, physical examinations, cholesterol testing, wound care, pap smears, immunizations, skin biopsies, fitness programs, stress reduction plans, ongoing evaluations, bone density testing, menopause treatment
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