primary care doctor

Definition / meaning of primary care doctor

A doctor who manages a person’s health care over time. A primary care doctor is able to give a wide range of care, including prevention and treatment, can discuss cancer treatment choices, and can refer a patient to a specialist.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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