A1: Doctors Flashcards
Who is the first point of contact when feeling unwell?
their GP (general practitioner)
A GP provides ongoing care in the community, including:
- caring for people that are unwell
- carrying out simple surgical procedures
- providing preventative care
- providing health education
GPs are increasingly based in…
Working with…
- health care centres
- working with other doctors and a range of professionals
GPs may _____ people to hospitals to see…
GPs may refer people to hospitals to see specialists (consultants) or other care professionals for further treatment and assessment (x-rays / blood tests)
GPs also provide _______ care
For example…
GPs also provide preventative care
For example vaccinations and health education / advice on issues such as smoking
What are the principle roles of a doctor?
- diagnose an individual’s illness and ailments
- discuss and agree an individual’s assessment plan
- prescribe appropriate medication or treatment
- monitor the impact of the treatment
What is a consultant?
a senior, hospital based doctor who specialises in a particular field of medicine and manages complex cases
How do consultants provide specialist care?
they will usually lead a team of professionals related to a particular field
What are some examples of consultants?
- cardiologist
- psychiatrist
- oncologist
- paediatrician
- geriatrician
What does a cardiologist specialise in?
treating heart disease
What does a psychiatrist specialise in?
treating mental health conditions
What does an oncologist specialise in?
treating cancer
What does a paediatrician specialise in?
treating children
What does a geriatrician specialise in?
treating older people
