Family Practice Physician

Family Practice Physicians are responsible for providing comprehensive medical care to individuals and families across all ages, from newborns to the elderly. They are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, and they also provide preventive care and health education.

Educational Requirements

To become a Family Practice Physician, you must first complete a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Common majors for aspiring Family Practice Physicians include biology, chemistry, and pre-medicine. After completing your bachelor's degree, you must then attend medical school and earn a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree. Medical school typically takes four years to complete.

Once you have earned your medical degree, you must complete a three-year residency program in Family Practice Medicine. Residency programs provide you with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in all aspects of Family Practice Medicine, including patient care, diagnosis, and treatment.

Licensing and Certification

Once you have completed your residency program, you must obtain a license to practice medicine in the state where you plan to work. To obtain a license, you must pass a national board exam and meet any additional requirements set by the state.