Frequently Asked Questions
Who is a General Physician?
A general physician is a doctor who specializes in non-surgical healthcare. A general physician handles various health problems that affect the body but do not perform surgery. All disorders affecting the circulatory, respiratory, neurological, haematological, endocrine, and gastrointestinal systems are treated by a general physician.
For which type of symptoms should a general physician be consulted?
A general physician is usually the first point of contact for any health issues. A general physician treats cardiovascular, pulmonary, muscle-bone, neurological, haematological, gastrointestinal, and endocrine problems that do not require surgery.
What do general physicians do?
A general physician's job is to ensure patients' overall well-being through medications and counselling. A general physician works in various contexts, including public health organizations, healthcare teaching centres, private clinics, group practices, and hospitals.
Can General physicians perform surgery?
A general physician mostly provides non-surgical care for various health issues and accidents. Surgery is performed by a general surgeon, not a general physician. General physicians focus on primary care and develop long-term connections with their patients. Physicians' treatment focuses on basic medicine, physical therapy, and other non-surgical treatments to treat various diseases.
When should I visit a General Physician?
It would be best to visit a general physician when you suddenly feel unwell and have weakness, pains, body chills, fever, headache, vomiting etc.