As we approach 2025, General Practice is facing significant challenges, headwinds that demand strategic responses.

In this episode, Dr. Sachin Patel and Dr. Todd Cameron explores key issues impacting General Practice, analyzing them through the lenses of political, economic, social, and technological factors.

By breaking down these issues, they uncover opportunities to develop solutions that can drive General Practice toward long-term sustainability and success.

In this episode of the Scale My Clinic Podcast, you’ll learn:

• The impact of shifting policies on the healthcare workforce (00:41)
• The growing influence of financially-driven healthcare models (03:09)
• How transactional healthcare is eroding the trusted, patient-doctor relationship (06:47)
• Opportunities and risks posed by new technology (13:55)
• Exploring AI’s potential to enhance, rather than replace, human care (16:38)

Transparency and accountability are vital as healthcare models evolve, requiring careful evaluation to maintain the high standards of General Practice.

By leveraging technology like telehealth and AI, GPs can enhance efficiency and patient care while preserving the relational core of their work. Adapting to societal demands for faster, more accessible care is essential, but quality and trust must remain at the forefront of every interaction.

Whether you're a GP or part of the healthcare ecosystem, this episode offers critical insights into where we're heading and what it takes to adapt and thrive.

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