221101 - Family physician

Diagnoses and treats various diseases with drugs. Examines patients in the doctor's office or at the patient's home, directs to the X-ray room, prescribes tests, discusses test results.

Main activities

* evaluates the patient's health status and asks about symptoms;
* performs a physical examination and necessary tests, blood tests, X-rays, ultrasound scans;
* diagnoses and treats general practice patients, taking into account their individual needs and health problems;
* provides advice and consultations on health care and healthy living;
* coordinates and refers patients to other specialists, if necessary.

Characteristic competences

* listen and communicate with patients;
* make a diagnosis and treat diseases;
* use medical technologies and equipment;
* diagnose and treat general practice patients;
* manage patient data and health care services.