Family practice doctors may have a private medical practice, work in clinics or a health centre. If a member of your family is experiencing illness you can usually be treated at a health centre. Medical practice includes many different clinics that are specialty oriented and provide for specific conditions such as arthritis, heart conditions and other chronic medical ailments you may experience. There are special services for pregnancy other than a gynecologist. You may be able to see a midwife. For family issues a general practitioner can meet your health care needs. See below to locate a family practice contractor around Cockermouth.