Physicians
Working Together for Better Patient Care
What is a Physician?
Physicians are specialists in Internal Medicine who focus on preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases affecting adults. They provide expert medical care while helping patients manage both common and complex health conditions.
Physicians are often known as the "doctor's doctor" because they work closely with other healthcare professionals to solve challenging diagnostic cases and recommend the most appropriate treatment plans.
With extensive training across multiple areas of medicine, physicians provide comprehensive care for chronic illnesses, promote healthy living, and help patients achieve better long-term health outcomes.
Internal Medicine
Specialists in adult medical conditions.
Comprehensive Care
Managing long-term and chronic health needs.
Consultant Support
Supporting doctors with complex cases.
Better Health
Focusing on prevention and early diagnosis.
At the FCPSA, we represent consulting physicians committed to clinical excellence, professional advocacy, and advancing specialist medical care for the benefit of patients and the healthcare profession.
Frequently asked questions
Physicians are specialists in Internal Medicine who focus on preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases affecting adults.
Do I need a referral to see a physician?
In many cases, patients are referred to a physician by their general practitioner or another healthcare professional. However, referral requirements may vary depending on your medical scheme and your healthcare needs.
What is the difference between a physician and a general practitioner (GP)?
A GP provides primary healthcare for patients of all ages, while a physician is a specialist in Internal Medicine with advanced training in diagnosing and managing complex adult medical conditions, chronic illnesses, and multiple co-existing diseases.
What conditions do physicians commonly treat?
Physicians treat a wide range of adult medical conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, respiratory conditions, kidney disease, autoimmune disorders, infectious diseases, and many other complex or chronic illnesses.
When should I see a physician?
You may be referred to a physician if you have ongoing symptoms that require specialist investigation, a chronic illness that needs expert management, multiple health conditions, or an unexplained diagnosis requiring further evaluation.
Do physicians perform surgery?
No. Physicians are medical specialists who diagnose and treat diseases using medication, investigations, and non-surgical therapies.
If surgery is required, they work closely with the appropriate surgical specialist to ensure coordinated patient care.