Meet with patients to learn about their complaints and medical histories;
Perform examinations and conduct diagnostic tests, then analyze the results to determine the causes of illness or disease;
Discuss with patients the treatment and medication options;
Provide vaccinations to protect patients from infectious diseases;
Consult with patients about diet, exercise, and other lifestyle issues that affect their health;
Provide prenatal and postnatal care to mothers and infants;
Perform minor surgery;
Make house calls and respond to emergencies when patients are unable to go to the doctors office;
Conduct routine checkups, as well as physical examinations required for patients to get jobs, be admitted to college, or qualify for insurance coverage;
Report diseases, births, and deaths to government authorities;
Maintain patient records;
Consult with specialists and other medical professionals about patients cases;
Obtain continuing education, attend professional conferences, and keep up-to-date on medical practices