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What kind of doctor do I need?

The hardest part of getting care is often knowing who to see. Describe what's going on and find the right kind of clinician — then see clinicians who practice in your state.

A quiet guess appears here as you type — then Gale shows clinicians who practice in your state.

Common concerns, and who treats them

General information, not a diagnosis.

Common questions

Match the concern to the clinician who treats it: skin issues go to dermatology, mood and attention to behavioral health, general illness and prevention to primary care. When in doubt, primary care is a safe first stop and can refer onward.
Yes. Describe what's going on in plain words and Gale points you to the right kind of clinician and shows clinicians who practice in your state. It is general guidance, not a diagnosis.
If it could be an emergency, call 911; for a mental-health crisis, call or text 988. Gale is for routine care, not emergencies.