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Q: What is the difference between a doctor and a primary care physician?

People sometimes use primary care physician” and general practitioner” interchangeably. These two terms are not synonymous, however. A primary care physician is the doctor you see for regular check-ups. Your primary care physician may be an internist, a family practitioner, or another type of doctor.

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Dr. David A. Scott, DO
Family Medicine
31 Years Experience
31 Years Exp
400 8th St N Fl 1, Naples, FL 34102 0.23 miles
Dr. Scott graduated from the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1991. He works in Naples, FL and 1 other location and specializes in Family Medicine. Dr.
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Dr. Cesar Roberto De Leon, DO
Family Medicine
24 Years Experience
24 Years Exp
501 Goodlette Rd N Ste A100, Naples, FL 34102 0.45 miles
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Excellent physician
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Dr. Andrew Marc Bernstein, DO
Family Medicine
19 Years Experience
19 Years Exp
350 7th St N, Naples, FL 34102 0.19 miles
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Dr. Bernstein is professional, well-prepared, knowledgeable, intelligent, and patient-oriented. Without doubt, he is the best physician that I have ever seen. He not only values his
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Dr. Edmund Charles Weidner, MD
Family Medicine
44 Years Experience
44 Years Exp

700 2nd Ave N Ste 205, Naples, FL 34102 0.12 miles
Dr. Weidner graduated from the Indiana University School of Medicine in 1978. Dr. Weidner works in Naples, FL and specializes in Family Medicine. Dr. Weidner is affiliated with Naples
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Dr. Erik Douglas Hiester, DO
Anesthesiologist, Family Medicine, Pain Medicine
20 Years Experience
20 Years Exp
730 Goodlette Rd N Ste 100, Naples, FL 34102 0.87 miles
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Was one of the best I have meet .VERY THROUGH
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Dr. Gary Dennis Swain, MD
Family Medicine, Internal Medicine
37 Years Experience
37 Years Exp
311 TAMIAMI TRL N STE 306, NAPLES, FL 34102 0.15 miles
Dr. Swain graduated from the University of Nevada School of Medicine in 1985. He works in Naples, FL and 4 other locations and specializes in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine.
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Dr. Christian Omar Beskow, MD
Family Medicine
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26 Years Experience
26 Years Exp
800 Goodlette Rd N Ste 310, Naples, FL 34102 0.97 miles
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We were patients of Dr Beskow’s years ago, and would love to come back as his patients. We are a family of three .And he is a Physician that we admired very much. If it is possible
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Dr. Douglas Lee Boynton, MD
Family Medicine
38 Years Experience
38 Years Exp
400 8th St N Fl 1, Naples, FL 34102 0.23 miles
Dr. Boynton graduated from the University of Florida College of Medicine in 1984. He works in Naples, FL and 1 other location and specializes in Family Medicine. Dr. Boynton is affiliated
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Dr. Jane Margaret Harrington, MD
Family Medicine, Internal Medicine
22 Years Experience
22 Years Exp
848 1st Ave N Ste 100, Naples, FL 34102 0.04 miles
Dr. Harrington graduated from the Ross University School of Medicine in 2000. She works in Naples, FL and specializes in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine. Dr. Harrington is affiliated
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Dr. William David Ertag, MD
Family Medicine, Neurology
56 Years Experience
56 Years Exp

720 Goodlette Rd N Ste 204, Naples, FL 34102 0.78 miles
Dr. Ertag graduated from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1966. He works in Naples, FL and specializes in Family Medicine and Neurology. Dr. Ertag is affiliated with
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Dr. Charles Richard Underwood, MD
Family Medicine, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
44 Years Experience
44 Years Exp
400 8th St N Fl 1, Naples, FL 34102 0.23 miles
Dr. Underwood graduated from the Emory University School of Medicine in 1978. He works in Naples, FL and 1 other location and specializes in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine/Pediatrics.
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Dr. Ruth Anne Dupont, MD
Family Medicine
38 Years Experience
38 Years Exp
800 Goodlette Rd N Ste 200, Naples, FL 34102 0.35 miles
Dr. Dupont graduated from the Indiana University School of Medicine in 1984. She works in Naples, FL and 3 other locations and specializes in Family Medicine. Dr. Dupont is affiliated
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Dr. Blane Milton Crandall, MD
Family Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynecology
48 Years Experience
48 Years Exp
1012 Goodlette Rd N, Naples, FL 34102 0.91 miles
Dr. Crandall graduated from the Emory University School of Medicine in 1974. He works in Naples, FL and 2 other locations and specializes in Family Medicine and Obstetrics & Gynecology.
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Dr. James John Teet, DO
Family Medicine
11 Years Experience
11 Years Exp
720 Goodlette Rd N Ste 500, Naples, FL 34102 0.78 miles
Dr. Teet graduated from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2011. He works in Naples, FL and 4 other locations and specializes in Family Medicine. Dr. Teet is affiliated
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Dr. Gregory Edward Leach, MD
Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine
45 Years Experience
45 Years Exp
720 Goodlette Rd N, Naples, FL 34102 0.77 miles
Dr. Leach born in New York State and raised in Fort Walton Beach, FL. After graduation from the University of Florida College of Medicine he moved to Denver, Colorado for his Residency
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Why is it so hard to find a new doctor?

Primary care is getting hit harder than most specialties, due to having lower salaries, higher ratings of burnout, and a growing feeling that their job is generally impossible and thankless on all fronts. According to a 2019 physician survey, the burnout scores among PCPs were up to 79%.

What is the difference between a doctor and a primary care physician?

People sometimes use “primary care physician” and “general practitioner” interchangeably. These two terms are not synonymous, however. A primary care physician is the doctor you see for regular check-ups. Your primary care physician may be an internist, a family practitioner, or another type of doctor.

How do I choose my first doctor?

Getting a reference from someone you know and trust is a great way to find a doctor: Ask friends, family members, neighbors, or coworkers if they have a doctor they like. If you're looking for a new doctor because yours is retiring or moving, ask your current doctor for a recommendation.

What is the difference between a primary care doctor and an internist?

The distinct difference between a family medicine doctor and an internal medicine doctor (internist) is that a family doctor treats patients of all ages, while an internist specializes in the care and treatment of only adults.