Profession
General Practitioner
The gateway to health.
As a general practitioner, you're often the first doctor people see when they're sick or want to stay healthy. Day to day, you talk with patients about their symptoms, examine them, diagnose common illnesses, and treat everything from infections to ongoing conditions like high blood pressure. You order tests, prescribe medicine, give advice on healthy living, and refer patients to specialists when they need extra care. You work in clinics, health centers, or hospitals, seeing many different people throughout the day, from kids to seniors.
Average salary
$8,000 – $20,000
Education
6 years
Employability
92%
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❓ Frequently asked questions
How much does a General Practitioner professional earn?▾
Salary ranges from $8,000 – $20,000 per month, depending on specialization, region, and experience. Professionals in major cities tend to earn above the national average.
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