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
The great telehealth rev-up – but to what effect?
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The great telehealth rev-up – but to what effect?
Tuesday 11 March 2025, 01:36 PM

Telehealth can work well, but all general practice is better in the context of continuity of care, says Richard Medlicott [Image: Sincerely Media on Unsplash]
It’s a case of big promises; same problems. The Government’s $285 million primary care package offers much-needed funding, but will it fix the real issues? It mostly reinforces existing models rather than driving real change, says Richard Medlicott
“I love having my 1500 patients registered with me. Of course, there are the heartsink moments, but to me, it’s the essence of general practice”
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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