Primary care physicians are typically the first point of contact for patients seeking medical attention for general health concerns. They are responsible for providing comprehensive and continuous medical care to individuals and families, from preventive care to diagnosing and managing acute and chronic illnesses.

To become a primary care physician in Miami, the doctor needs to attend medical school and earn a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree. They then need to complete a residency program in primary care(family medicine, internal medicine or pediatrics) where they receive hands-on training in diagnosing and treating patients, this usually takes 3-4 years. They then need to get board certified based on their care focus(American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM), the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), or the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP). Finally they need to get a license to practice medicine in the state of Florida. Altogether, it takes 11-12 years to become a primary care physician in Miami.

A good primary care physician should have a thorough understanding of all aspects of the most common health conditions affecting thier local population, they should also have good experience with coordinating care for their patients with other health care providers and specialists. Finally, they should have good bedside manner so they connect with their patients on a personal level.

Below you'll find doctors we consider to be the best primary care physicians in Miami.