| Doctors trading places: the Isolated Practitioner Peer Support Scheme. | |
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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 19619090 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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We describe the outcomes of a practice exchange in which an isolated general practitioner from a remote region traded work and living arrangements with a rural group practice GP. An exchange can provide an opportunity for mid- and senior-career professionals to refresh their outlook on their careers. Involving the rural medical workforce in practice exchanges can enable the development of peer networks that can improve retention of isolated practitioners in Australia. A fresh experience in a new setting can provide opportunities for practitioners to improve practice management and sharpen their clinical skills. Uprooting families and preparing homes for unfamiliar visitors add stress to doctors and their families on exchange. Patients in isolated practices could feel concerned that they may lose their doctor as a result of an exchange. In this instance, the benefits far outweighed the difficulties. |
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Authors:
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John G Moran; Sue L Page; Hudson H Birden; Louise M Fisher; Naree J Hancock |
Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't |
Journal Detail:
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Title: The Medical journal of Australia Volume: 191 ISSN: 0025-729X ISO Abbreviation: Med. J. Aust. Publication Date: 2009 Jul |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2009-07-21 Completed Date: 2009-09-25 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 0400714 Medline TA: Med J Aust Country: Australia |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 78-80 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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North Coast Medical Education Collaboration, Lismore, NSW, Australia. |
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Descriptor/Qualifier:
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Australia Family Practice* Group Practice / organization & administration* Interviews as Topic Rural Health Services / manpower* |
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