"Access systems in general practice: a systematic scoping review" reviews 49 studies on GP access models. Findings show that digital consultations, telephone triage and scheduling approaches mainly target demand management, while patient outcomes and equity remain underexplored. #PrimaryCare #DigitalHealth #HealthAccess https://bjgp.org/content/74/747/e674
British Journal of General PracticeAccess systems in general practice: a systematic scoping reviewBackground Access to GP appointments is increasingly challenging in many high-income countries, with an overstretched workforce and rising demand. Various access systems have been developed and evaluated internationally.
Aim To systematically consolidate the current international evidence base related to different types of GP access systems.
Design and setting Scoping review examining internatio