The British journal of general practice : the journal of the Royal College of General Practitioners
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Multicenter Study
Addressing the problems associated with general practitioners' workload in nursing and residential homes: findings from a qualitative study.
Caring for older people in residential and nursing homes makes major demands on general practitioners (GPs). ⋯ The assumption that patient choice and continuity in medical care are paramount for older people in nursing and residential homes is questioned. While recognition of the additional workload for GPs working in these settings is necessary, this should be accompanied by additional NHS remuneration. Further research is urgently required to identify which models of GP provision would most benefit both residents and GPs.