GPs report rise in patient demand
Brisbane-based Dr Maria Boulton says her practice is busier than ever, despite three new GPs on staff.
GPs in southern Queensland are experiencing a surge in demand, with some practices struggling to cope with 30% more patients than in pre-coronavirus times.
Dr Maria Boulton.
Brisbane GP Dr Maria Boulton says practices around Australia could be going through a similar increase, with mental health presentations a major cause of the upswing.
She has put on three new doctors in the past two