An interesting report appeared in the NZMA in February 2006. The study identified four key issues that afffected Overseas Trained Doctors (ODTs) in New Zealand: “Work issues which included difficulty finding employment and difficulty integrating into their work role; A bridging programme which improved the ability of OTDs to gain knowledge and experience of the…
“There are shortages of doctors, especially in primary care, and more medical graduates should help,” said Professor Abbott. “However, they will need to receive a different sort of education that fosters the values, competencies and commitment to equip them to stay in New Zealand and make a positive difference at community level.” This statement was…
“There are shortages of doctors, especially in primary care, and more medical graduates should help,” said Professor Abbott. “However, they will need to receive a different sort of education that fosters the values, competencies and commitment to equip them to stay in New Zealand and make a positive difference at community level.” This statement was…
“There are shortages of doctors, especially in primary care, and more medical graduates should help,” said Professor Abbott. “However, they will need to receive a different sort of education that fosters the values, competencies and commitment to equip them to stay in New Zealand and make a positive difference at community level.” This statement was…
Waiting times for radiation therapy in Auckland have become so long that some patients are being sent to Australia for treatment. Readers who know something of the recent history of the NZ health service will know that there has been a dire shortage of radiologists in NZ for quite some time. Source: NZ Herald, Tues…
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