Health service initiative offers patients a chance to see a GP on the same day ... trends now
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A health service initiative promises 'same-day access' to GPs – even though patients have only a one in 15 chance of actually seeing a doctor.
Health officials said the plans, which affect around 2.8million residents in north London, will boost access to medical professionals and improve care.
Patients who select 'same-day' when phoning their GP practice will be directed to a new 'hub', with artificial intelligence helping to prioritise the most pressing cases.
However, documents produced by North West London Integrated Care Board suggest that each hub could be staffed by just one GP, with most of the work done by less qualified members of the team. The briefing pack, seen by Pulse magazine, suggests that of the 146 appointments every day, just ten would be staffed by GPs.
The remainder will be carried out by pharmacists, advanced nurse practitioners – and controversial physician associates who have just two years of medical training.
Health officials said the plans, which affect around 2.8million residents in north London, will boost access to medical professionals and improve care
