How can one become family practitioner?

Answer 1

In the United States, an individual desiring a career as a family practitioner must first complete a 4-year program at a college or university, resulting in the earning of a B.S. or B.A. degree. Coursework should include a strong emphasis in the sciences, such as Biology or chemistry. Following completion of this degree, four additional years of undergraduate medical education must be completed at an approved medical school, resulting in the earning of doctor of medicine (M.D.) degree. Upon graduation, new M.D's enter a residency program in family medicine that typically lasts around 3 years, under the supervision of experienced professionals, before becoming family practitioners.