2006-11-16 08:01:48 · 3 answers · asked by Elizabeth 3 in Health ➔ Other - Health
They may be identical or quite different - the title does not distinguish them so much as their own interest and personal experience. Family Medicine traditionally includes more pediatrics and well visits while Internal Medicine traditionally includes more geriatrics and chronic disease - as well as 'mystery' problems - those which are not easily diagnosed. Both are basically Primary Care Physicians. I am boarded in Family but practice Internal Medicine.
2006-11-16 08:15:39 · answer #1 · answered by john e russo md facm faafp 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
from University Mass Memorial...
Internist: A primary care physician who specializes in adult internal medicine, specifically the diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of diseases.
Family Practice: Family physicians care for patients of all ages, from newborns to the elderly, men and women, and all medical problems. The specialty integrates biological, clinical and behavioral sciences. Some family physicians provide maternity care.
2006-11-16 16:14:20 · answer #2 · answered by suziQ 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Doctors of internal medicine ("internists") are medical specialists who focus on adult medicine and have had special study and training focusing on the prevention and treatment of adult diseases.
A Family Practice Physician treats the entire family for the majority of illnesses and serves as the coordinator of healthcare services for patients, providing continuous and comprehensive care.
2006-11-16 16:11:10 · answer #3 · answered by frillylilfilly 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋