Fears Australia may face GP shortage as figures reveal almost 10% now aged over 70
by Donna Lu Science writer from World news | The Guardian on (#6T8E1)
GPs' peak body is concerned a proposed new medical test for older doctors could force them from the system
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Almost 10% of Australia's GPs are aged over 70, new figures have revealed, with concerns that a proposal to introduce health checks for older doctors may worsen workforce shortages.
According to data from the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra), 8.8% of all GPs in Australia - 3,142 of 35,514 practitioners - are over 70, as of 30 June.
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