A Clare GP says Ireland needs to match international conditions and standards to retain doctors.
A new Medical Council report states increasing pressure on GPs is a result of a growing and aging population, poor morale, burnout, general practitioner shortages, and other related factors.
According to the Irish Medical Organisation, 25% of general practitioners are currently at or approaching retirement age.
Lahinch GP and member of the IMO’s GP Committee Dr Michael Kelleher says excessive hours deter young doctors from the sector.
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