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It does not surprise me that GP numbers are falling. Globally. In India, recently IMA (India Medical Association) informed that 196 Doctors died due to Corona virus and 40% of them are General Practitioners! Many of my senior GP colleagues gave up clinical practice due to the Covid 19 pandemic. Since many young graduates opt for post graduation/specialisation, GP numbers will come down further. There are many reasons for the young not to take up GP as a profession - long hours of work, not lucrative (!), etc. Authorities need to look into this and encourage the General Practitioners.
Re: GP numbers in England fell by more than 600 in past year, data show
Dear Editor
It does not surprise me that GP numbers are falling. Globally. In India, recently IMA (India Medical Association) informed that 196 Doctors died due to Corona virus and 40% of them are General Practitioners! Many of my senior GP colleagues gave up clinical practice due to the Covid 19 pandemic. Since many young graduates opt for post graduation/specialisation, GP numbers will come down further. There are many reasons for the young not to take up GP as a profession - long hours of work, not lucrative (!), etc. Authorities need to look into this and encourage the General Practitioners.
regards
mohan
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