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Medicine and Science from The BMJ

The prospect of unemployed GPs

May 10, 2024
Helen Salisbury, GP and columnist for The BMJ, discusses the puzzling issue of potential GP unemployment in the UK despite high demand. The podcast also explores the financial entanglement of FDA heads with the companies they regulate, shedding light on conflicts of interest. Additionally, the upcoming UK government and the NHS winter crisis are anticipated and debated.
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  • Challenges in NHS winter planning require proactive measures for effective crisis management.
  • GP unemployment paradox highlights resource allocation issues and dissatisfaction in primary care.

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Concerns About Winter Crisis Planning and Government Accountability

The podcast highlights concerns about the adequacy of winter planning in the face of potential government change and recurring winter crises. There are worries about GP unemployment while demand for primary care doctors remains high, with specialist registrars facing challenges in finding positions. Additionally, it discusses the financial ties of US FDA commissioners with industries they regulate, raising questions about public interest and potential conflicts.

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