A comparative evaluation of quality and depth of learning by trainee doctors in regional, rural, and remote locations.

ABSTRACT:

Background

An equitable supply and distribution of medical practitioners for all the population is an important issue, especially in Australia where 28% of the population live in rural and remote areas. Research identified that training in rural/remote locations is a predictor for the uptake of rural practice, but training must provide comparable learning and clinical experiences, irrespective of location. Evidence shows GPs in rural and remote areas are more likely to be engaged in complex care. However, the quality of GP registrar education has not been systematically evaluated. This timely study evaluates GP registrar learning and clinical training experiences in regional, rural, and remote locations in Australia using assessment items and independent evaluation.

Methods

SUBMITTER: Young L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10077336 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature