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Can i go to my family doctor for a bruised up toe?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Yes: You can go to your family doctor for any medical issue.

Answered 9/9/2013

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Dr. Chuc Dang answered

Family doctor = PCP: Yes, you can go to the family physician, a fp or gp (aka pcp= primary care physician) for a bruised toe. In a managed care environment, it usually is the case, as the pt needs a referral from the family doctor or pcp before he can see a specialist --in this case a foot & ankle specialist /podiatrist--. There are many causes for a bruised toe, whether traumatic or otherwise.

Answered 10/5/2013

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Dr. David Hettinger answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Sure...: Either that or a podiatrist - a doctor who specializes in foot problems.

Answered 9/28/2016

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