Patient enrolment vs usual GP care: Aussie trial suggests little difference
The RACGP president is stressing the study is not robust enough to draw firm conclusions
An Australian randomised control trial suggests patient enrolment and longer GP appointments have a limited effect on keeping patients out of hospital.
A voluntary patient enrolment scheme, branded MyGP, sits at the centre of the Federal Government’s Primary Health Care 10 Year Plan, with reformers arguing it will allow GP practices to better tailor care to the needs of patients with chronic and complex conditions.
