Meeting report: 'How do I incorporate research into my family practice?': Reflections on experiences of and solutions for young family doctors

African Journal of Primary Health Care & Family Medicine
Kenneth YakubuOlugbemi O Popoola

Abstract

Family doctors (FDs) focus on biopsychosocial components of health during consultations. However, much of the evidence employed by these doctors is produced by researchers who are not routinely involved in family practice. Family doctors competent in both clinical practice and research are essential to addressing this gap. With the growing recognition of family medicine as the specialty of choice for many young doctors, there is a scarcity of literature that describes their experiences in combining research and daily family practice. Members from Young Doctor Movements (YDMs) under the auspices of the World Organisation of Family Doctors (WONCA) sought to address this knowledge gap by reflecting on their experiences towards becoming researchers. With the assistance of senior doctors, they explored solutions that can help young FDs incorporate research into their family practice. Following an online YDM meeting, a summary of the experiences of young FDs as well as strategies useful for incorporating research into their everyday practice as FDs was prepared. Nine thematic areas were derived, including experiences and motivation towards regular research, culture and environment of practice, relevance and gains of research, teamwor...Continue Reading

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Jun 6, 2020·African Journal of Primary Health Care & Family Medicine·Chelsea M McGuireLouis S Jenkins
Nov 14, 2020·African Journal of Primary Health Care & Family Medicine·Chelsea M McGuireChristina P C Borba

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