POLICY PUZZLER
Tim Tenbensel spells out the circuitous path that awaits health activists in their attempt to influence policy – but hopes people still take that step
The year 2019 has been a big one for Diana Sarfati, who remembers as a teenager wanting to follow in her GP father’s footsteps simply because “it was kind of cool to be a doctor”
The Ministry of Health is seeking a new national clinical leader for radiology to improve access to diagnostic radiology services, which may include the possibility of more direct GP referrals
Chief executive of Tū Ora Compass Health Martin Hefford visits Denmark on sabbatical, and learns how much damage can be caused in a major stand-off between GPs and Government
The health and disability system reviewers seem close to the majority GP view that integrated care is the way to go, NZMA chair and Warkworth GP Kate Baddock says
Specialist GP Nikki Vadgama provides some tips to make your next paediatric eczema consult easier. She includes a review of new guidelines, resources, websites and medications for paediatric eczema management