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Family Medicine Physician
Becoming a Family Medicine Physician in the United States is an exciting and rewarding career choice. This path allows you to make a significant impact on the health and well-being of individuals and families across diverse communities. Family Medicine Physicians are often the first point of contact for patients, providing comprehensive care that includes preventive services, diagnosis, and treatment of various conditions. The demand for Family Medicine Physicians is high, particularly in rural and underserved areas, making this a vital profession in the healthcare landscape.
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Curious about being a family medicine physician? Here's the honest picture - what you'd really do, what you'd earn, and every way in. No need to decide anything yet.
What you'd actually do
As a Family Medicine Physician in the US, you will provide holistic care to patients of all ages, focusing on preventive health measures and managing chronic diseases. Your role will involve conducting physical examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs. You will also play a crucial role in educating patients about healthy lifestyle choices and disease prevention, fostering long-term relationships with families in your community. The ability to adapt to the diverse needs of patients is essential, as you will encounter a wide range of health issues and cultural backgrounds.
1Conducting routine check-ups and health assessments.
2Diagnosing and treating acute and chronic illnesses.
3Providing preventive care and health education.
Career progression & pay
01
Getting in
Junior Family Medicine Physician
$200,000
MD or DO degree, completion of residency
In your early career, you will focus on building your clinical skills and establishing a patient base. You will work under supervision and gradually take on more responsibilities.
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Building up
Mid-Level Family Medicine Physician
$250,000
3-5 years of experience
At this stage, you will have more autonomy in patient care and may start to specialise in certain areas of family medicine, such as pediatrics or geriatrics.
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At the top
Senior Family Medicine Physician
$300,000+
Extensive experience and possibly board certification
In your peak career, you will lead a practice, mentor junior physicians, and may take on administrative roles within healthcare organisations.
Degrees that lead here via Medicine and Dentistry
Applied Medical Sciences
University College London
Bachelor of Dental Hygiene
University of Bristol
Bachelor of Dental Therapy
University of Bristol
Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery
University of Sunderland
Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery
Brighton and Sussex Medical School
Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery
The University of Kent
Apprenticeships that lead here
No apprenticeship standard maps directly yet - the university or college route is the main way in.
Organisations in this field
NHS
The National Health Service provides comprehensive healthcare services across the UK.
Barts Health NHS Trust
One of the largest NHS trusts in England, offering a wide range of services.
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
A leading NHS trust providing high-quality healthcare.
How to get in - your routes
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