A primary care physician (PCP) is a medical doctor trained to prevent, diagnose, and treat a wide range of illnesses and injuries in the general population. They may refer you to specialists for ...

Medical research shapes healthcare every day, but not all studies are created equal. Knowing the differences can help you feel more confident reading health information online and understanding what ...

While there are many different types of physicians and medical specialties, the one thing all doctors share in common is a responsibility to ensure the safety and well-being of their patients. The ...

For years, many people believed they should only see an MD. But now, DOs have become more popular. So how do they differ and are they as good? A new study sought to answer that very question. UCLA ...

Many rural areas don’t have enough primary care physicians, but osteopathic physicians, or DOs, could help fill the gap in rural care, NPR reported June 5. Between 1990 to 2022, the number of DOs has ...

Diagnostic errors affect approximately 12 million U.S. adult patients each year, according to a 2011 study published by the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Such errors could harm patients and also ...