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What kind of doctor should i find to be my pcp? family medicine? internal medicine?
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Both r great!: I think they are both perfectly acceptable choices! i'm an internist.
Answered 2/7/2020
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Either: Is qualified to provide care. Which you prefer may depend more on interaction and rapport you develop with your provider.
Answered 3/31/2016
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Either: Family dr would also be able do take care of your obgyn needs. Would also be able to care care of any children in your family.
Answered 10/29/2013
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