Work as a family physician Hello, Diane Sorry I haven’t been in touch for so long. Dear friend, in your last letter you asked me to tell you more about my work in the state polyclinic as a family doctor. I'll try to tell you everything in order. With all the medical questions with which the patient turns to a polyclinic in Russia, he comes to the family doctor in Britain. The family doctor takes his patients, adults and children, during working hours on weekdays. Also, he provides first aid and my office has all the necessary equipment. Unlike a polyclinic, for visiting the family doctor it is necessary to make an appointment in advance: to call, send SMS or email. It is possible to ask for a reception on the same day if the situation is urgent. Usually, the foster day of the family doctor is painted fairly rigidly, but the staff always tries to help in such situations. By the way, I advise you not to be late to the doctor. The rhythm of receptions is quite intense, and the delay delays not only the doctor himself, but all the patients assigned to you. Despite the high demands placed on the doctor, the inflexible, and often irregular working schedule, the work in shifts, I can say that I like my work and I do not regret anything. Of course, there are different patients, not everyone treats with respect to your work, not everyone listens to your advice, but the realization that you are still good, supports and inspires on this hard way. Doctor is one of the most noble professions. The medical profession, as the A.P. Chekhov said, is feat. A responsible medical profession is currently recognized as one of the most challenging and prestigious professions, because there is no more valuable thing in the world as human life and doctors are called to protect and support it. A doctor is an eternal profession. A human life is in the hands of a doctor. A physician is not just professional, he is a creator . Oh...perhaps I wrote too much. I hope I answered all your questions. I look forward to your next letter. Write back soon! With best wishes, Nadya.