Behind many a great rural GP, there’s a dedicated and loyal support person to help ease the load. Nicole MacKee talks to GPs about the people they couldn’t do without.
IT may be a practice manager, practice nurse, an Aboriginal health worker or a spouse. While the practice team support GPs on many levels, for many rural doctors, there’s a standout offsider who helps the day to run smoothly, allowing the GP to focus on what they do best.
Former RRAA president Dr Nola Maxfield says it is crucial for a rural GPs to have a dedicated person by their side. In Dr Maxfield’s case, it’s her husband, Neil Rankine (see story, page 21).
“I don’t think you can do [this job] without...
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