General Practitioner in Krakow – Private Visits to Specialists

Take advantage of our intuitive registration and appointment scheduling system for consultations with our specialists. Discover general practitioners available at offices in Krakow and their availability. Register for an in-person or teleconsultation and take care of your health today.

What Does a General Practitioner Do?

The duties of a general practitioner include the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of internal diseases in adult patients. General practitioners comprehensively handle the diagnosis and treatment of internal diseases: they order tests, refer patients to specialists, prescribe medications, and, if necessary, issue sick leave certificates. A good general practitioner deals with both acute diseases, such as the flu, angina, or a cold, and chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and hypothyroidism.

General practitioners working with our clinics in Krakow take care of their patients' overall health and promote preventive care.

Scope of General Practitioner Consultations

During the consultation, a general practitioner:

• Conducts a medical interview,
• Depending on the symptoms, performs a physical examination,
• Orders diagnostic tests, i.e., provides referrals for tests, orders consultations, and hospitalization,
• Provides a preliminary diagnosis,
• Refers to specialists,
• Prescribes medications and gives further instructions for treatment,
• If necessary, issues sick leave certificates.

A visit to a general practitioner typically lasts about 15 minutes.

Learn more: What Does an Internist Do and What Diseases Do They Treat?

Good General Practitioner in Krakow – Where to Look?

At our medical facilities throughout the city, you have access to many experienced specialists. You can check the profiles of our collaborating doctors on this website. Simply choose a general practitioner and click on their name. You'll be directed to a page with all the necessary information about the chosen doctor – their medical profile, the clinics they work at, and the option to book an appointment. Take advantage of this convenient search engine today!

Private General Practitioner in Krakow – Specialists

At our clinics in Krakow, we offer private visits to general practitioners. These specialists have extensive medical knowledge, experience, and take an individualized approach to each patient. You can book an appointment in person at the clinic or online, select a convenient location, and find a suitable time for your visit. You can opt for a consultation in the clinic or have a teleconsultation with your family doctor.

Registration for a General Practitioner Visit in Krakow – Fast and Efficient

You can register for an appointment with a general practitioner in Krakow in three ways: directly at the clinic, by calling our helpline, or online. When booking online, simply choose the doctor and the most suitable time for your visit. You can also check the cost of the visit through the online registration system.

Questions and Answers

What Issues Should You See a General Practitioner For?

A general practitioner is a specialist in internal diseases, such as heart conditions, digestive system issues, lungs, kidneys, liver, thyroid, etc. Therefore, this specialist has extensive knowledge of the human body, can conduct thorough diagnostics, and coordinate the treatment of many health issues. A patient can approach a general practitioner with nearly any health concern, as the general practitioner's role includes making a preliminary diagnosis, ordering diagnostic tests, and referring to specialists. The general practitioner evaluates the patient's overall health, identifies risk factors, and manages patients with chronic diseases. If you're concerned about your health, make an appointment with a general practitioner in Krakow!

When Should You See a General Practitioner?

You should visit a general practitioner at the first signs of concerning symptoms. Depending on the type of symptoms, the general practitioner will recommend diagnostics and therapy or refer you to a specialist.

You can see a general practitioner in Krakow as a first-contact doctor for various complaints, such as symptoms related to the respiratory system (cough, runny nose, sore throat), fatigue, stomach pain, digestive issues (indigestion, constipation, bloating, loss of appetite), cardiovascular issues, metabolic disorders (e.g., diabetes), hormonal problems, autoimmune conditions, and even oncological concerns.

Is a General Practitioner the Same as a Family Doctor?

Although these terms are often used interchangeably, the scope of these specialties differs. A general practitioner specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing internal diseases in adults. A family doctor, on the other hand, cares for the entire family, from children to seniors. Their practice covers a broader scope of healthcare and often serves as the first-contact doctor for the entire family. Both general practitioners and family doctors are specialists in their respective areas of medicine and provide long-term care for patients, with the difference being that a family doctor handles a wider range of healthcare issues.

What Can a General Practitioner Do?

A general practitioner (in Krakow, both in-person and during teleconsultations) can: conduct a detailed medical interview, order diagnostic tests, refer to specialists, prescribe medications, and, if necessary, issue a sick leave certificate.

Who is My First-Contact Doctor?

If you don't know who your first-contact doctor (POZ – Primary Health Care) is, you can check this in your Patient Internet Account (IPK) at: https://pacjent.gov.pl/internetowe-konto-pacjenta or at the clinic where you submitted your POZ doctor choice declaration. You can change it at any time.

You don’t need to submit a declaration if you wish to visit a first-contact doctor privately in Krakow at our clinics. Simply schedule an appointment through our helpline or online registration.

Can a First-Contact Doctor Refuse to See a Patient?

Only in exceptional circumstances can a first-contact doctor refuse to see a patient, as regulated by Article 38 of the Medical and Dental Profession Act and Article 7 of the Medical Code of Ethics. However, if a patient arrives in an emergency situation where delay in medical assistance could endanger their health or life, the medical facility is obligated to accept the patient and provide the necessary care.

If you're looking for a private visit to a general practitioner or first-contact doctor in Krakow today or soon, contact our helpline or book an appointment online on our website.