Public hospitals short of specialists

Nine To Noon

English - November 25, 2020 20:08 - 15 minutes - 14 MB - ★★★★★ - 8 ratings
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A new report shows public hospitals have just three quarters of the specialists they need. The senior doctor's union, the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists, produced the report and says the shortage means thousands of New Zealanders are missing out on treatment.Meanwhile overworked senior doctors are facing burn out and stress, with no time to teach and mentor junior doctors. Kathryn talks with Sarah Dalton, ASMS Executive Director.