Practical Problems in General Practice

Malcolm Fox (Author)

9780727910370, Wiley

Paperback / softback, published 24 April 1997

132 pages
21.6 x 14.1 x 0.9 cm, 0.227 kg

In order to run a successful practice GPs need to have good management skills. This book guides the GP through practical issues such as how to construct a business plan, how to handle staff and encourage teamwork, how to make partnerships work, how to develop and maintain relationships with GHSAs, consultants, suppliers, and much more.

Making a business plan
the optimal practice size
developing practice premises
choosing a new partner
part time work and job sharing
good partnership relationships
meetings and decisions for partners
practice management structure
the essentials of team work
making attachment work
housekeeping
communications - internal and external
managing clinical records
networking
the range of primary care skills
selecting a practice.

Subject Areas: Medicine: general issues [MB]