The effect of targeted social information resources on older patient attitudes towards GP registrars

Authors

Andrew D. Bonney, University of WollongongFollow
Sandra C. Jones, University of WollongongFollow
Lyn Phillipson, University of WollongongFollow
Julie Hall, University of WollongongFollow
Elizabeth A. Smyth, University of WollongongFollow

RIS ID

144847

Publication Details

Bonney, A., Jones, S., Phillipson, L., Hall, J. & Smyth, E. (2015). The effect of targeted social information resources on older patient attitudes towards GP registrars.

Abstract

Recent research has shown a significant reluctance by older patients to see a GP registrar for chronic problems. A key factor in this is older patients’ knowledge about GP registrars; their qualifications and what their role is in general practice. This study used targeted information resources about GP registrars to assess older patient attitudes and behaviours regarding GP registrars.