As patients’ needs grow more complex, should GPs get greater diagnostic powers?

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The Health of the Nation report says 86 per cent of GPs are managing health issues they'd typically expect specialists to treat, with diabetes and cardiovascular issues the two most common for GPs, besides mental health. Credits: Main image- AAP, inserted image- Dr Raj Khillan (supplied)

The Health of the Nation industry survey of almost 2,500 GPs shows a growing number of general practitioners are managing patient conditions typically handled by specialists. Dr Raj Khillan, a paediatrician with over 20 years of experience, says the issue is creating several challenges in the healthcare industry.


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