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General practitioner experiences and perceptions of the ANZAED Eating Disorder Credential
Kristy Green1, Phillipa Hay2,3, Janet Conti2,4
1School of Medicine, Western Sydney University, Sydney, Australia.
Journal of Eating Disorders
|May 20, 2026
Summary
General Practitioners (GPs) seek credentialing for eating disorders (EDs) to gain recognition and improve knowledge. Enhancing the credentialing system
Area of Science:
- General Practice
- Eating Disorders
- Medical Education
Background:
- The Australia & New Zealand Academy for Eating Disorders (ANZAED) introduced a credentialing system for General Practitioners (GPs) in 2024.
- The ANZAED Eating Disorder Credential recognizes GPs with expertise in treating eating disorders (EDs).
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the experiences of credentialed and non-credentialed GPs regarding the ANZAED credential.
- To identify motivations for and barriers to GP credentialing for EDs.
- To understand the impact of the credential on clinical practice.
Main Methods:
- Online mixed-methods survey administered to 38 GPs (21 credentialed, 17 non-credentialed).
- Survey included open-ended and multiple-choice questions on perceptions and experiences with the credentialing system.
Main Results:
- Primary motivations for credentialing included recognition for training (71.4%) and improved ED knowledge (42.9%).
- Barriers to credentialing included reluctance to increase ED caseload (64.7%) and avoid specific identification (58.8%).
- Two key themes emerged: perceived value of the credential and a need for greater clarity regarding its requirements and impact.
Conclusions:
- GPs are motivated by recognition and knowledge enhancement for ED care.
- Improvements to the credentialing system, including visibility, financial clarity, and support, could increase uptake.
- Enhanced clarity and support are needed for GPs and patients regarding the credential's aims and impact.
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