What does a family physician treat?

A family physician is a doctor who diagnoses and treats conditions related to general health for patients of all ages. In Hong Kong, family physicians are registered with the Medical Council of Hong Kong (MCHK). Common reasons to see one include long-term conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes and cholesterol, coughs, fevers and common infections, health screening and vaccinations, new symptoms that need a first assessment, minor injuries and skin problems, referral to the right specialty.

How much does a family physician cost in Hong Kong?

Consultation fees for family physicians in Hong Kong typically range from $80 to $2210, with a median fee of $360.

How many family physicians are in Hong Kong?

There are 575 registered family physicians in Hong Kong across 18 districts.

When should you see a family physician in Hong Kong?

This is the specialty to start with when you don't know which specialty you need. Family physicians hold the whole picture across your conditions and your family, and they're trained to judge what needs a referral.

Do you need a referral to see a family physician in Hong Kong?

No referral needed｜this is the front door. Family Medicine is a recognised specialty in Hong Kong, so a family physician has specialist training on top of general practice.

Which family physician is good?

ok.med does not rate or recommend individual doctors — we hold no outcome or satisfaction data, and should not pretend to. What can be checked objectively: whether the doctor is registered with the Medical Council of Hong Kong and holds the relevant specialist qualification; whether their focus matches your condition (the reasons to see one, listed above); whether a GP referral is required; and whether the clinic's location and hours suit you. Browse every registered family physicians by district below and compare on those points yourself.

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Looking for a Family Medicine in Hong Kong? Browse registered specialists across 18 districts to find the right doctor for you.

HK$80 – $2210Median consultation fee: $360

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575 registered Family Medicine doctors

What Family Medicine covers

Conditions treated: long-term conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes and cholesterol
coughs, fevers and common infections
health screening and vaccinations
new symptoms that need a first assessment
minor injuries and skin problems
referral to the right specialty
When to see one instead of a GP: This is the specialty to start with when you don't know which specialty you need. Family physicians hold the whole picture across your conditions and your family, and they're trained to judge what needs a referral.
Do you need a referral?: No referral needed｜this is the front door. Family Medicine is a recognised specialty in Hong Kong, so a family physician has specialist training on top of general practice.

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What does a family physician treat?: A family physician is a doctor who diagnoses and treats conditions related to general health for patients of all ages. In Hong Kong, family physicians are registered with the Medical Council of Hong Kong (MCHK). Common reasons to see one include long-term conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes and cholesterol, coughs, fevers and common infections, health screening and vaccinations, new symptoms that need a first assessment, minor injuries and skin problems, referral to the right specialty.
How much does a family physician cost in Hong Kong?: Consultation fees for family physicians in Hong Kong typically range from $80 to $2210, with a median fee of $360.
How many family physicians are in Hong Kong?: There are 575 registered family physicians in Hong Kong across 18 districts.
When should you see a family physician in Hong Kong?: This is the specialty to start with when you don't know which specialty you need. Family physicians hold the whole picture across your conditions and your family, and they're trained to judge what needs a referral.
Do you need a referral to see a family physician in Hong Kong?: No referral needed｜this is the front door. Family Medicine is a recognised specialty in Hong Kong, so a family physician has specialist training on top of general practice.
Which family physician is good?: ok.med does not rate or recommend individual doctors — we hold no outcome or satisfaction data, and should not pretend to. What can be checked objectively: whether the doctor is registered with the Medical Council of Hong Kong and holds the relevant specialist qualification; whether their focus matches your condition (the reasons to see one, listed above); whether a GP referral is required; and whether the clinic's location and hours suit you. Browse every registered family physicians by district below and compare on those points yourself.

Best Family Medicine in Hong Kong

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What Family Medicine covers

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