I'm looking for a primary care physician.
. .Is it better to have a family practice
doctor or ob/gyn or internist? So many
specialties to choose from.
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nikki_caro
Extremely EHEALTHy
Joined: 22 Aug 2003 Posts: 4881 Location: Right here at work!
Posted: 01-07-04 12:43pm
Do you have any reccomendations from a
relative? Its alot easier when you hear
good words about a doc when its from
someone you trust. I am looking to go the
same doc as my mother and sister, who they
have been seeing and trust for over 5
years. You can look at that or just
choose who you want. Good luck!
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purple333
Extremely EHEALTHy
Joined: 01 Dec 2003 Posts: 1420 Location: Sydney
Posted: 01-07-04 13:29pm
You make an answer abit hard; I mean if
you're pregnant then personally i'd go
with an ob/gyn but then i'd never risk a
home birth while others have found this a
magical experience. If you're having
"female" type problems then it really
depends on you, what you feel is right for
you??
Whatever the situation you need to go with
what & who (the person as a person not
as a dr) that "feels" right that "suits"
you.
I have had the same gp for 13 years &
she's great down to earth & honest
about what she's not sure of but have now
found a psychiatrist who sees my daughter
but not as a psychiatrist (he's abit moer
like an old fashioned dr who treats the
whole person not just one part) & he
without actually saying so obviously feels
that i've not had the best treatment in
some areas. So i'm seeing him about my
weight (over!!) my back trouble & so
forth!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! So you should
always keep your mind open as to where you
might find new or better treatment.
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insurancegirl
Especially EHEALTHy
Joined: 25 Sep 2003 Posts: 5235
Posted: 01-07-04 14:11pm
I say get a specialist for each care you
need, but for a primary doc..I suggest a
family physician.
