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[Tomorrow's family doctor]
T Bischoff1, L Herzig, J Aubert
1Institut universitaire de médecine générale (IUMG), PMU, 1011 Lausanne. thomas.bischoff@hospvd.ch
Revue Medicale Suisse
|June 27, 2012
Summary
The family doctor profession faces significant changes due to societal shifts and internal evolution. Training must balance new skills with core values like continuity of care and a holistic patient approach.
Area of Science:
- Family Medicine
- Healthcare Professions
- Societal Trends
Context:
- The family doctor profession is experiencing transformative external and internal pressures.
- Generational shifts, including reduced working hours and feminization, impact the workforce.
- Advancements in technology and evolving healthcare structures necessitate adaptation.
Purpose:
- To analyze the multifaceted changes impacting the family doctor profession.
- To identify key internal and external factors driving these transformations.
- To provide recommendations for training future family doctors.
Summary:
- Profound changes are anticipated for family doctors in the next decade, driven by political, demographic, and societal factors.
- Internal professional evolution includes generational developments and collaboration with new roles.
- Maintaining core values such as care coordination, continuity, and a global patient approach is crucial during this transition.
Impact:
- Future family doctor training must integrate new skills and roles while preserving foundational principles.
- Ensuring continuity of care and a holistic patient perspective remains paramount.
- Adaptation to evolving healthcare landscapes is essential for the sustainability of family medicine.
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