Resident Internal Medicine
Good Life Hospital
Total years of experience :1 years, 8 Months
Here is an overview of the typical roles and responsibilities of a general practitioner (GP):
Patient Care
Conduct initial consultations to take medical histories, assess symptoms and make preliminary diagnoses
Perform comprehensive medical examinations and health assessments for patients of all ages
Order, perform, and interpret results of appropriate diagnostic tests like lab work and imaging
Diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic illnesses
Develop individualized treatment plans which may include referrals, medications, therapies, self-care, hospitalization
Provide preventive care including annual physicals, immunizations, health screening
Offer chronic disease management for conditions like diabetes, COPD, hypertension etc.
Medical Decision Making
Determine necessary interventions and care pathways based on clinical evaluation and judgment
Prescribe medications as appropriate, safely managing polypharmacy risks
Refer patients to specialist physicians or other healthcare providers when advanced care is necessary
Admit patients requiring hospitalizations and coordinate care with facility teams
Patient Relationships
Explain conditions, test results and treatment options clearly to gain informed consent
Coordinate care, serve as the hub of communications across specialties
Provide appropriate patient and family education for improved health literacy and self-management
Maintain caring bedside manner and offer counseling when delivering difficult diagnoses
Practice Administration
Document detailed patient visit notes with care plans, referrals and follow ups
Store and manage patient medical records meeting all privacy regulations
Participate in quality, safety and cost control measures for practice
Manage personnel schedules, budgets, equipment procurement and facilities
Population Health
Promote preventive health in individuals and larger community
Report all infectious diseases as required to public health department
Participate in community education programs and health initiatives
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