Revising the Definition of the Generalist Physician

Revising the Definition of the Generalist Physician

Although generalist physicians have traditionally been defined by their specialties (family, internal, pediatric medicine), this approach may not recognize specific competencies and training needed. A new definition based on functional requirements of generalist practice and the central role of the...

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Veröffentlicht in:Academic Medicine 1995-12, Vol.70 (12), p.1087-1090
1. Verfasser: Altman, David F
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
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Education, Medical
Family Practice (Medicine)
Family Practice - education
Generalist Physicians
Higher Education
Internal Medicine
Job Skills
Medical Education
Medical Services
Pediatrics
Physicians
Primary Health Care
Professional Education
Role Perception
Terminology as Topic
United States
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Zusammenfassung:Although generalist physicians have traditionally been defined by their specialties (family, internal, pediatric medicine), this approach may not recognize specific competencies and training needed. A new definition based on functional requirements of generalist practice and the central role of the generalist in comprehensive care is proposed. (Author/MSE)
ISSN:1040-2446
DOI:10.1097/00001888-199512000-00010