Objective To discuss effect of doctor-nurse associated model in community hypertension management, and to provide experiences of implementation of family physician system in Shanghai. Methods Patients with hypertension in Chenjiaxiang Neighborhood Committee were selected to receive doctor-nurse associated model management of family physician system. The blood pressure values were measured and analyzed. Results The blood pressure was controlled effectively 3 months after practice of doctor-nurse associated model management, and there was significant improvement 6 months later. Conclusion Implementation of doctor-nurse associated model reveals the role of “goalkeeper of health” of family physicians, which would configure medical resources more rationally, improve health conditions of residents, and raise residents' satisfaction and trust.