The duties and responsibilities of a general practitioner
The general practitioner meets with different patients on a daily basis to take care of the health of the general public. Some of their main duties and responsibilities are:
Observance
This section includes health, ethical and administrative rules related to the medical profession.
Perform physical examinations, tests or diagnostic measures for patients
To diagnose diseases, the general practitioner conducts physical examinations, requests the necessary tests and, if necessary, prescribes diagnostic measures such as ultrasound or ECG.
Careful maintenance of medical records for all patients
Detailed recording of medical records, results of tests and treatments performed for each patient is mandatory.
Recommend lifestyle changes to improve the quality of life of patients
The general practitioner may provide nutritional, exercise or appropriate behavioral change recommendations to improve the patient's health and prevent diseases.
Prescribe medication, treatment or treatment for patients
Based on the diagnosis and condition of the patient, the general practitioner may prescribe drugs, special treatments or prescribe treatment methods such as physiotherapy.
Explain the results of tests and therapies to patients
The general practitioner is obliged to explain the results of tests and treatments in simple and understandable language to the patient and to answer his questions.
Training of young doctors and other health professionals
Experienced general practitioners may be responsible for training and mentoring young doctors or other health professionals such as nurses.
مشورت با سایر پزشکان در مورد نیازهای تخصصی برخی بیماران
If necessary, the general practitioner will consult and cooperate with other specialists such as surgeons, cardiologists, etc., in order to provide the best treatment for the patient.
