Education: Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry. Tasks: Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals. Help patients develop healthy habits, break old habits and reshape their approach to wellness. Consult with other medical practitioners to evaluate patients' physical and mental health. Inoculate and vaccinate patients to prevent and treat diseases. Advise patients on health care. Be the patient advocate. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : College of Family Physicians Certification in Emergency Medicine - CCFP(EM). Specialization in family practice: Family counselling. Geriatrics. Internal medicine. Pediatrics. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years.