In this episode, we talk to Maria Mathews, who is a Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at Western University in Canada. Title of paper: Strengthening the integration of primary care in pandemic response plans: A qualitative interview study of Canadian family physiciansAvailable at: <a href="https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2022.0350" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2022.0350</a>Previous pandemic plans have largely overlooked the important role of primary care in a pandemic response. The COVID-19 pandemic presents a novel opportunity to examine the key roles family physicians play during a pandemic, and sheds light on existing barriers and supports. Findings from this study highlight the need for greater incorporation of primary care in the development of strengthened pandemic plans.

In this episode, we talk to Maria Mathews, who is a Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at Western University in Canada. Title of paper: Strengthening the integration of primary care in pandemic response plans: A qualitative interview study of Canadian family physicians Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2022.0350 Previous pandemic plans have largely overlooked the important role of primary care in a pandemic response. The COVID-19 pandemic presents a novel opportunity to examine the key roles family physicians play during a pandemic, and sheds light on existing barriers and supports. Findings from this study highlight the need for greater incorporation of primary care in the development of strengthened pandemic plans.

In this episode, we talk to Maria Mathews, who is a Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at Western University in Canada.&nbsp;Title of paper: Strengthening the integration of primary care in pandemic response plans: A qualitative interview study of Canadian family physiciansAvailable at: <a href="https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2022.0350" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2022.0350</a>Previous pandemic plans have largely overlooked the important role of primary care in a pandemic response. The COVID-19 pandemic presents a novel opportunity to examine the key roles family physicians play during a pandemic, and sheds light on existing barriers and supports. Findings from this study highlight the need for greater incorporation of primary care in the development of strengthened pandemic plans.

Primary care was overlooked in the pandemic - here's how we can do better next time

Listen to BJGP Interviews for the latest updates on primary care and general practice research. Hear from researchers and clinicians who will update and guide you to the best practice. We all want to deliver better care to patients and improve health through better research and its translation into practice and policy. 

The BJGP is a leading international journal of primary care with the aim to serve the primary care community. Whether you are a general practitioner or a nurse, a researcher, we publish a full range of research studies from RCTs to the best qualitative literature on primary care. In addition, we publish editorials, articles on the clinical practice, and in-depth analysis of the topics that matter. We are inclusive and determined to serve the primary care community. 

BJGP Interviews brings all these articles to you through conversations with world-leading experts.

The BJGP is the journal of the UK's Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP). The RCGP grant full editorial independence to the BJGP and the views published in the BJGP do not necessarily represent those of the College.

For all the latest research, editorials and clinical practice articles visit BJGP.org (https://www.bjgp.org).

If you want all the podcast shownotes plus the latest comment and opinion on primary care and general practice then visit BJGP Life (https://www.bjgplife.com).

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Listen to BJGP Interviews for the latest updates on primary care and general practice research. Hear from researchers and clinicians who will update and guide you to the best practice. We all want to deliver better care to patients and improve health through better research and its translation into practice and policy. The BJGP is a leading international journal of primary care with the aim to serve the primary care community. Whether you are a general practitioner or a nurse, a researcher, we publish a full range of research studies from RCTs to the best qualitative literature on primary care. In addition, we publish editorials, articles on the clinical practice, and in-depth analysis of the topics that matter. We are inclusive and determined to serve the primary care community. BJGP Interviews brings all these articles to you through conversations with world-leading experts. The BJGP is the journal of the UK's Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP). The RCGP grant full editorial independence to the BJGP and the views published in the BJGP do not necessarily represent those of the College. For all the latest research, editorials and clinical practice articles visit BJGP.org (https://www.bjgp.org). If you want all the podcast shownotes plus the latest comment and opinion on primary care and general practice then visit BJGP Life (https://www.bjgplife.com).

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