Who are General Physicians?

General Physicians are highly trained specialists who provide non-surgical health care to patients. They evaluate the medical condition of the patients by suggesting a few lab tests to finalize the diagnosis. They also perform health check-ups on a regular basis to evaluate the status of a disease or medical condition.

What are the qualifications of General Physicians?

A 5-year medical degree [MBBS] that is recognized by the General Medical Council and a 2-year foundation course of general training are the basic requirements for an individual to be a doctor. However, the following are the specialties or extra qualifications required to be a General Physician:

• D.M.S
• Doctor of Medicine
• MD - Physician
• MBBS
• BMBS
• Mb BCh

Why should an individual consult a General Physician?

General Physicians diagnose and treat the patients through therapeutic ways and lifestyle modifications. So, if an individual is having any of the following medical conditions, it is recommended to visit a General Physician first, and then the physician suggests specialists for further evaluation:

• Cardiac diseases
• High/low blood pressure
• Liver disease
• Cold
• Fever
• Body pains
• Asthma
• Pneumonia
• Gastric problems
• Anemia
• Diabetes
• Thyroid diseases
• Pituitary disease

Why is consulting an online General Physician beneficial?

Consulting a General Physician online and keeping the medical record in electronic format is beneficial due to the following reasons:

• Easy accessibility of doctors and medical records
• Save time
• Save money 

Should an individual pre-book the appointment with a General Physician?

Depending on the availability of the doctor and convenience of the patient, pre-booking can be done for the consultation of a General Physician. However, the doctor fee should be paid either before or after the consultation.

Can a General Physician be consulted for joint pains?

Yes, one can consult a General Physician to get treated for joint paints. However, if the symptoms or joint paints are not resolved over time, General Physicians may refer the patient to an Orthopedist or a Rheumatologist.