Diagnosis: GPs are trained to identify and diagnose a wide range of health conditions, from common ailments like the flu to more complex diseases like cancer.
Treatment: GPs provide treatment for a variety of health conditions, from prescribing medication to referring patients to specialists for more complex care.
Health promotion: GPs play an important role in promoting healthy lifestyles and preventing disease by providing advice and guidance on things like diet, exercise, and smoking cessation.
Coordination of care: GPs act as a "gatekeeper" to other parts of the healthcare system and can coordinate care with other healthcare professionals like nurses, therapists, and specialists.