| Aspect | Med Peds | Family Medicine |
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| Credentials | MD or DO, residency in Med Peds | MD or DO, residency in Family Medicine |
| Work Environment | Hospitals, clinics, pediatric and adult practices | Primary care clinics, outpatient settings, hospitals |
| Patient Population | Children and adults | All ages, from infants to seniors |
| Focus | Both pediatric and adult medicine | Comprehensive family care across all ages |
Med Peds physicians are trained to treat both children and adults, often working in hospital and outpatient settings. Family Medicine physicians provide broad primary care for all ages, emphasizing preventive care and continuity. While both roles require similar credentials, Med Peds specializes in dual pediatric and adult medicine, whereas Family Medicine offers a more generalist approach across the lifespan.