Long-term monitoring of conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and asthma .
Assessing symptoms and referring patients to specialists when more focused attention is needed. MГ©dico de FamГlia
Providing prenatal, newborn, and ongoing children’s care. Long-term monitoring of conditions like diabetes
Performing small tasks like biopsies, suturing wounds , or incision and drainage of abscesses. 2. Accessing a Médico de Família in Portugal (SNS) MГ©dico de FamГlia
A (Family Doctor) is a primary care specialist who provides comprehensive, continuous healthcare for individuals and families across all ages. Often synonymous with a General Practitioner (GP) , this role is the standard first point of contact in public healthcare systems like those in Portugal and Brazil. 1. Key Roles & Responsibilities