The Challenges of Being a Family Doctor

:hourglass:Family doctors have a heavy workload, with up to 30 patients per day.

:clipboard:The job of a family doctor involves analyzing patient data and preparing charts to ensure efficient care.

:car:The responsibility of a family doctor goes beyond medical care, including assessing a patient's ability to drive.

:cross:Family doctors face the challenge of delivering difficult news, such as loss of independence, to their patients.

:calendar:The time constraints and demands of the job make it difficult for family doctors to provide long-term support to patients.

How many patients does a family doctor typically see per day?

—A family doctor typically sees between 25 to 30 patients per day.

What additional responsibilities do family doctors have?

—Family doctors not only provide medical care, but they also assess a patient's ability to drive, manage finances, and live independently.

How do family doctors handle difficult conversations with patients?

—Family doctors must deliver difficult news, such as loss of independence, and provide support during these challenging times.

Do family doctors have time to build long-term relationships with patients?

—The demanding nature of the job makes it challenging for family doctors to provide long-term support, but they do their best to care for their patients.

What are the key challenges faced by family doctors?

—Family doctors face challenges such as heavy workloads, time constraints, and the emotional burden of delivering difficult news.

00:00Follow a family doctor in a typical day in their practice.

02:20Family doctors have a heavy workload, with up to 30 patients per day.

07:46Family doctors analyze patient data and prepare charts to ensure efficient care.

08:22Family doctors assess a patient's ability to drive and provide necessary recommendations.

10:34Family doctors deliver difficult news, such as loss of independence, and provide support to patients.

11:46The demanding nature of the job makes it challenging for family doctors to provide long-term support.