Respiratory physician Lutz Beckert considers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, including the prevention of COPD, the importance of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation, and the lifesaving potential of addressing treatable traits. He also discusses the logic of inhaler therapy, moving from single therapy to dual and triple therapy when indicated, as well as other aspects of management
Blanket rules stumbling block: Rural NZ needs overseas docs
Wednesday 26 February 2025, 12:30 AM

International doctors are much needed in rural positions here, but their pathway to medical approval can be circuitous [Image: Lili Popper on Unsplash]
Grant Davidson explains the difficulties in getting international graduates approved and how some of these doctors are well-suited for rural settings
We consider these doctors would be a great asset to the under-siege rural health workforce and not a risk to the public
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