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I could not get the appointment with gyneo, instead i got appointment with family practice doctor for my daughter for her periods problem, is it ok?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Depends on FP: While technically some family practitioners "do it all, " some do not routinely do gyn, or adolescent medicine, or some other aspect of the spectrum of care. So as long as your fp comfortable with it, should be fine.

Dr Bowen agreed

Answered 3/22/2013

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