It’s a good idea to have a doctor for the entire family. With a family doctor, everyone in your family will be able to get any primary care services, which means you’ll all have access to treatments for common health issues, as well as tests and other services that can help you avoid many health issues in the first place. You’ll also have access to treatments, tests, and other services for chronic health issues like heart disease and diabetes. For example, if a member of your family has diabetes, the doctor may be able to help them manage their symptoms and prevent complications. A family doctor may also be able to identify any health issues that run in your family. For example, if a family member has heart problems, the doctor may be able to identify signs of those problems in other family members. This is yet another advantage of having a doctor for the family! There’s more than a family doctor can do, so let’s take a look at some of the specific services a family doctor provides.