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Internet use amongst New Zealand general practitioners.

J Eberhart-Phillips1, K Hall, G P Herbison

  • 1Department of Preventive and Social Medicine, Dunedin School of Medicine.

The New Zealand Medical Journal
|June 29, 2000
PubMed
Summary

New Zealand doctors and patients widely use the Internet for medical information. This trend significantly impacts healthcare, potentially altering the doctor-patient relationship.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Informatics
  • Digital Health Trends

Background:

  • The Internet has become a significant source of health information for the public.
  • Understanding its impact on medical practice is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the extent of Internet usage by New Zealand doctors.
  • To investigate the influence of online medical information on their clinical practice.

Main Methods:

  • A postal questionnaire was distributed to general practitioners (GPs) in Otago and Southland.
  • The survey assessed doctors' Internet use and their perceptions of patient online information seeking.

Main Results:

  • 65% of GPs returned the questionnaire; 68% reported monthly Internet use.
  • 71% of GPs noted patients seeking medical information online.

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  • Nearly half of GPs expressed concerns about the Internet's effect on the doctor-patient relationship.

    • Conclusions:

    • Internet utilization by both New Zealand doctors and patients is prevalent.
    • This widespread use is expected to significantly influence current and future medical practice.
    • While offering benefits, the Internet may also introduce challenges to the doctor-patient dynamic.