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[Doctors and medical practice in France: 1967-1977-2007]
Bui Dang Ha Dean1, Danièle Lévy, Juan Teitelbaum
1Centre de Sociologie et de Démographie Médicales.
Cahiers De Sociologie Et De Demographie Medicales
|December 19, 2008
Summary
French physicians are working fewer hours and reading less medical literature, with a notable shift towards exclusive practice over the past three decades. Continuing medical education now heavily features congresses and the internet.
Area of Science:
- Medical Practice Trends
- Physician Workforce Analysis
- Continuing Medical Education
Context:
- Analysis of French physician surveys from 1967, 1977, and 2007.
- Examines changes in physician distribution, working hours, and professional development.
Purpose:
- To identify current trends and historical developments in French medical practice.
- To understand shifts in physician work patterns and educational methods over three decades.
Summary:
- Physician distribution shows a rise in exclusive practice and a decrease in poly-practice.
- Average weekly working hours for physicians decreased from 52.9 in 1977 to 47.9 in 2007.
- Time dedicated to medical readings declined significantly, while internet and congresses emerged as key continuing education tools.
Impact:
- Highlights a significant reduction in physician working hours and reading time over 30 years.
- Reveals evolving methods of continuing medical education among French physicians.
- Provides insights into the changing landscape of medical professional life in France.
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