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