WHO 1948 definition of health: “Health is a state of complete mental, physical and social well-being and not merely freedom from disease and infirmity. To enjoy the best possible state of health is a fundamental right of every human being, without distinction of race, religion, political belief, economic or social position.”
Taking care of it is our job!
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Tasks of the general practitioner — why a family doctor?
The foundation of our health care system is the general practitioner or family doctor. He is the first contact and trusted doctor with whom you can discuss all health problems on the one hand and personal matters on the other.
Your Dr. Thomas Kastner, General Practitioner, Salzburg / Riedenburg / Maxglan
First and central contact for all health problems and medical questions
primary health care for all age groups children, adults, seniors, with a focus on a long-term patient-doctor relationship based on trust
Overall view of the patient’s health (do the threads come together).
Coordinator and guide in the health care system (see diagram Cooperation)
Diagnosis and treatment of any disease (including life-threatening disease states, e.g. emergency measures
Medication management “do I really need to take all this, what is it for?”
Health promotion and prevention
Collaboration with medical specialists, other health care professionals and health care facilities (especially hospital)