The Rural General Practioner: An African Perspective

  • Dr EA Abioye-Kuteyi Obafemi Awolo University

Abstract

In 1991 WONCA defined the general practitioner as "the physician who is primarily responsible for providing comprehensive health care to every individual seeking medical care". The World Health Organisation defines general practice as "the front line of care".

Author Biography

Dr EA Abioye-Kuteyi, Obafemi Awolo University
Acting Head, Department of Community Health and Head of the Department of General Medical Practice, Ile-lfe, Nigeria
Issue
Vol 18 No 5 (1997)
Section
Review Articles
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