A personal perspective on doctor–patient and doctor–doctor generational divides

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A personal perspective on doctor–patient and doctor–doctor generational divides

Jonathan Bentley

Jonathan Bentley

Patient consult
Dane responded quite differently to the young medical student on rotation at the practice

REAL CASES

GPs see patients across multiple generations, each with their own values, communication styles, needs and expectations. There may also be generational differences between physicians within a practice. This article provides examples of generational divides that can influence doctor–patient and doctor–doctor relationships

We have our practice accreditation coming up in December. The reception staff are way ahead of the rest of us in training, documentation and generally